Tobin James Notorious Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Medium-full bodied - surprisingly smooth, polished and well balanced - essence of blackberry gives way to a layer of smooth clove and vanilla with a touch of anise on the lingering moderate tannin finish.
RM 88 points.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=786634
Tasted w/ L, Johnny & Erin, Alec, Bill & Beth C. at
Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Restaurant in Chicago with great service from Jared G. This was a offered by the glass and was a great compliment to the steak and pork chops and the chocolate lava cake souffle desert.
Also tasted:
Duckhorn Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009
Straw colored, light, crisp, clean with balanced acid - flavors of green apples and floral with a nice tangy finish.
RM 89 points.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=878604
Perfect complement to the sushi, calamari and seafood entrees.
Also tasted:
Patz & Hall Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2008
Medium full bodied - nicely balanced and polished - complex forward ripe fruit - black cherry, black raspberry with an undercurrent of licorice, kirsch and clove and a hint of floral on a long full flavorful moderate tannin finish.
RM 90 points.
This was a great compliment to Roy's pork shank with pear, cheese and bourbon sauce.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=836866
