Duckhorn Vineyards 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.
Tasted w/ L, Johnny & Erin, Alec, Bill & Beth C. at Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Restaurant in Chicago with great service from Jared G.
Perfect complement to the sushi, calamari and seafood entrees.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=878604
Also tasted:
Tobin James Notorious Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Patz & Hall Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2008
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Patz & Hall Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2008
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.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=836866
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 great compliment to Roy's pork shank with pear, cheese and bourbon sauce.
Also tasted:
Duckhorn Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009 and
Tobin James Notorious Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
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.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=836866
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 great compliment to Roy's pork shank with pear, cheese and bourbon sauce.
Also tasted:
Duckhorn Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009 and
Tobin James Notorious Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Tobin James Notorious Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
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
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
Achával Ferrer Mendoza Malbec 2009 at Trump Tower Terrace Chicago
Achával Ferrer Mendoza Malbec 2009 at Trump Tower Terrace Chicago
Dark purple color - medium-full bodied - nicely balanced and somewhat complex - blackberry and black raspberry fruits are laced with a graphite, leather and mineral structure that grips throughout the long lingering moderate tannin finish. Pleasant easy drinking wine that is sufficiently complex for food.One of Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines for 2010. 91 points from the Wine Spectator:
RM 89 points.
Tasted at the Terrace Bar on Sixteen at Trump Tower, Chicago. Make sure you come for the view and pick a good day and time since you'll pay for a bottle in the single by-the-glass price. Not bad when tasting a high/over achiever such as this one.
Views from Trump Tower terrace.
Trump Tower Chicago Terrace Bar on Sixteen |
Chicago Cityscape looking southeast from Trump Tower Terrace |
Chicago River and Lake view from Trump Tower Terrace Bar |
Iconic Tribune Tower and Wrigley Buildings from Trump Tower Terrace Bar |
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Owen Roe Abbot's Table Washington State Columbia Valley Red Wine 2007
Owen Roe Abbot's Table Washington State Columbia Valley Red Wine 2007
Dark inky color - full bodied - big bold complex so forward as to be almost overpowering, overly ripe black fruits, almost raisiny with a layer of tar with a subtle tone of chocolate trying to break out - a bit awkward - not for the feint of heart - needs big food to stand up with. From a producer with a sense of humor given some of his other outrageous wines/labels such as Sinister Hand....
RM 86 points.
Took to Bob & Gloria's for dinner. Wife Linda liked it.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=541531
Dark inky color - full bodied - big bold complex so forward as to be almost overpowering, overly ripe black fruits, almost raisiny with a layer of tar with a subtle tone of chocolate trying to break out - a bit awkward - not for the feint of heart - needs big food to stand up with. From a producer with a sense of humor given some of his other outrageous wines/labels such as Sinister Hand....
RM 86 points.
Took to Bob & Gloria's for dinner. Wife Linda liked it.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=541531
Saturday, July 30, 2011
David Arthur Napa Valley Atlas Peak Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
David Arthur Napa Valley Atlas Peak Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
Deep dark garnet color, full bodied - spicy, vibrant forward dark berry throughout, slight earthy layer currants, cola berry, tobacco and hint of cedar. Slight hot alcohol on opening bleeds off after an hour or so. A blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petite Verdot, and 3% Merlot. From vineyards 1200 feet high in the Vaca Range above the eastern slope of Napa Valley.RM 92 points.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=85664
Atlas Peak Pritchard Hill vineyards (left) from our 2009 Napa Valley Wine Experience. Tasted at home w/ L, Sherry ZM and Alex - great complement to grilled tenderloin, sauteed green beans, roasted corn, and finale of dark chocolate cake and fresh berries.
Friday, July 29, 2011
Peay Pomarium Estate Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2006
Peay Pomarium Estate Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2006
Medium light bodied - garnet color - flavors of black cherry, spice, subtle red raspberry, strawberry, dusty rose and slight earthiness, with hints of vanilla toast; fine grained tannins throughout.
RM 89 points.
Tasted w/ L, Sherry ZM and Alex, BYOB at Angeli's Restaurant, our favorite neighborhood trattoria.
http://cellartracker.com/w?526186
$49.99 at Binny's Beverage Depot.
Index of all California Wines Tasting Notes featured on Rick's Unwindwine.com.
Medium light bodied - garnet color - flavors of black cherry, spice, subtle red raspberry, strawberry, dusty rose and slight earthiness, with hints of vanilla toast; fine grained tannins throughout.
RM 89 points.
Tasted w/ L, Sherry ZM and Alex, BYOB at Angeli's Restaurant, our favorite neighborhood trattoria.
http://cellartracker.com/w?526186
$49.99 at Binny's Beverage Depot.
Index of all California Wines Tasting Notes featured on Rick's Unwindwine.com.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Burgess Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Library Release
Burgess Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Library Release
Medium bodied - a bit flabby - leathery subdued slightly tart black cherry turning to a tight black berry with a slight earthy graphite and a hint of floral on a modest finish.
RM 86 points.
From Bill & Beth's cellar - served with artisan cheeses and grilled chicken and salmon dinner.
Also served ...
Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
Chateau Graville-Lacoste Graves Kermit Lynch Selection 2009
Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2006...
Medium bodied - a bit flabby - leathery subdued slightly tart black cherry turning to a tight black berry with a slight earthy graphite and a hint of floral on a modest finish.
RM 86 points.
From Bill & Beth's cellar - served with artisan cheeses and grilled chicken and salmon dinner.
Also served ...
Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
Chateau Graville-Lacoste Graves Kermit Lynch Selection 2009
Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2006...
Chateau Graville-Lacoste Graves Kermit Lynch Selection 2009
Chateau Graville-Lacoste Graves Kermit Lynch Selection 2009
Crisp clean balanced acidity - bright, citrus and pear with a layer of green apple on a supple finish.
RM 89 points
Also served ...
Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2006.
Burgess Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Library Release
Crisp clean balanced acidity - bright, citrus and pear with a layer of green apple on a supple finish.
RM 89 points
Also served ...
Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2006.
Burgess Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Library Release
Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley Ryo Fu Chardonnay 2006
Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley Ryo Fu Chardonnay 2006 Features select grapes from three prime vineyards in west Sonoma - medium-full bodied, golden yellow colored - crisp nicely balanced acidity, citrus, lemon chiffon, subtle pear, a hint of apple with layer of toasty vanilla oak on the finish. RM 89 points. Taken to tasting dinner at Beth & Bill C's. http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=477250 Chateau Graville-Lacoste Graves 2009 Crisp clean balanced acidity - bright, citrus and pear with a layer of green apple on a supple finish. RM 89 points. Also tasted .... Burgess Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Library Release Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002. | |
Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
From Atlas Peak on the eastern slope above Napa, - medium-full bodied - a bit tight and closed on opening - opened to reveal a whisp of floral notes, and softened a bit over the evening - still, firm black berry fruits were tightly knitted with a hint of creosote and a tone of dark tea with moderate tannins on a lingering finish. Served by Bill & Beth C with artisan cheeses, grilled chicken and salmon dinner with green beans and roasted fingerling potatoes.
RM 88 points.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=234337
Also tasted Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley RYO FU Chardonnay 2006.
We first met winemaker Richard Elliott Smith and his wife Linda (center, below) at our Napa Wine Experience in 1998.
See my Elan Vineyards Wine Label Library on unwindwine.com.
More to come...
Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 |
RM 88 points.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=234337
Also tasted Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley RYO FU Chardonnay 2006.
We first met winemaker Richard Elliott Smith and his wife Linda (center, below) at our Napa Wine Experience in 1998.
See my Elan Vineyards Wine Label Library on unwindwine.com.
More to come...
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Marquis Philips '9' South Australia, McLaren Vale Shiraz 2007
Marquis Philips '9' South Australia, McLaren Vale Shiraz 2007
Deep dark opaque purple color - full-bodied, thick and firm mouthfeel, blueberry, blackberry, spice, hints of mineral, tea and tobacco on a oaky full tannin finish.
One of our perennial favorite wines, the 2007 vintage is another winner amongst their top releases.
RM 92 points. WA 91 points.
Tasted BYOB w/ L, Pat, and Ryan at 90 Mile Cuban Cafe near Lincoln Square.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=651009
See Index of Australian Wines posted on Rick's Wine Journal.
Marquis Philips 9 McLaren Vale Shiraz 2005 shown |
One of our perennial favorite wines, the 2007 vintage is another winner amongst their top releases.
RM 92 points. WA 91 points.
Tasted BYOB w/ L, Pat, and Ryan at 90 Mile Cuban Cafe near Lincoln Square.
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=651009
See Index of Australian Wines posted on Rick's Wine Journal.
Rick's Index of Australian Producer's Wines Tasting Notes
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