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Author Archives: John Galea
2012 Grüner Veltliner
We just returned from our first trip to the Finger Lakes in New York. They have a well established wine region with over 90 wineries in the area. I’ve often commented on here about the fact the I like Grüners. … Continue reading
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Rodney Strong Merlot 2011
Dark in color with a mild nose of red berries. On the mid pallet the wine displays some red berries and some mild plum notes. The wine is medium in length with some smooth tannin. This is a nice wine … Continue reading
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Kilikanoon Killerman’s Run Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Inky dark in color with a nose of red and black berries. On the mid pallet the wine matches the nose with mostly black berries and some red berries along with some mocha coming through. Not to the point of … Continue reading
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2014 Two Oceans Sauv Blanc
Two Oceans are rebranding their wines and recently held a kick off of the new brand. I had the pleasure of attending! This one is pale in color with mild nose of citrus notes coming through. On the mid pallet … Continue reading
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JACOB’S CREEK 2012 RESERVE CHARDONNAY ADELAIDE HILLS mini review
Pale in color with a lovely varietal chard nose. On the mid pallet the wine displays varietal chard flavors such as apple, some vanilla and some butteryness. The wine is subtle and builds nicely in the mouth. This is a … Continue reading
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2012 Franciscan cuvee sauvage Chardonnay
Pale in color with a lovely varietal chard nose. On the mid pallet the wine is a lovely bold rich chard. Some apple and buttery notes coming through. The wine is on the lighter side of medium in length on … Continue reading
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Firestone Santa Ynez Sauv Blanc
Pale in color, with a mild nose with some citrus coming through. On the mid pallet the wine matches the nose with some citrus coming through. This is a milder sauv blanc. I forgot to take note of the year … Continue reading
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Rabl Lengenlois Grüner Veltliner 2012
I enjoy Grüners. They are unique dry crisp food friendly wines. This one is pale in color with a mild nose reminding me of Riesling. On the mid pallet the wine displays some nice Riesling like notes, honeysuckle and even … Continue reading
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Bernard Defaix Chablis Burgundy, France
Pale in color with a mild nose with some apricot and the like coming through. On the mid pallet the wine is light with some apricots coming through. The wine kind of reminds me more of a crisp Riesling. The … Continue reading
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Milbrandt Traditions Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Dark in color with a nose of black berries. On the mid pallet the wine displays some deep rich black berries more reminiscent of a Shiraz, almost blueberries. Some cassis coming through as well. On the medium length finish the … Continue reading
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CHÂTEAU MANON LA LAGUNE 2010
Dark in color with a lovely nose of dark berries. On the mid pallet the wine matches the nose with some nice black berries coming through along with some nice chocolate and mocha. On the medium length finsih the wine … Continue reading
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2010 St. Clement Oroppas Napa Valley
Dark in color with a mild nose of red berries coming through along with some earthy notes and some wood. On the mid pallet the wine displays some mild cherries to match the nose along with some earthy notes and … Continue reading
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Villa Sandi Prosecco
Pale in color with a lovely crisp citrus nose. On the mid pallet the wine is a lovely crisp prosecco perfectly matching the nose. There some nice minerality to go along with the citrus notes along with some nice fine … Continue reading
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Frei Brothers Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
Dark in color with a lovely mild nose of red berries. On the mid pallet the wine displays some lovely red cherries along with some cassis. The wine has some smooth tannins on it’s medium length finish. We paired it … Continue reading
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Oyster Bay 2013 Merlot
Dark in color with a mild nose of plums coming through. On the mid pallet the wine displays some plum along with red cherries (think cab sauv). On the medium length finish the wine has some mild pepper along with … Continue reading
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Viña Herminia Excelsus 2009
I enjoy my tempranillos big with lots of finish to them … This one is dark in color with a nice nose of red berries along with some wood and some alcohol. On the mid pallet the wine displays lovely … Continue reading
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Two Oceans Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc Sparkling
Pale in color with a nice citrussy nose along with some minerality coming through. On the mid pallet the wine matches the nose with some nice citrus notes coming through and living on into a medium length finish. The bubbles … Continue reading
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2014 Two Oceans Pinot Grigio
Pale in color with a lovely nose of stone fruits. On the mid pallet the wine displays stone fruit to match the nose, some pear, and a hint of peach. The wine is on the lighted side of medium in … Continue reading
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2012 The Show Malbec
Dark in color with a mild nose of black berries. On the mid pallet the wine displays some black berries to match the nose backed quickly by some firm acidity and tannins. The wine is medium in length on the … Continue reading
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Chaoteau La Gorce 2005 AOC Medoc
I bought this one back in 2009. Dark in color with a lovely inviting nose of dark berries. On the mid pallet the wine displays black cherries to match the nose. The wine has some lovely chocolate notes. The wine … Continue reading
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2010 Mirassou Pinot noir
Garnet in color with a nose of red berries. On the mid pallet the wine displays some strawberry and raspberry to match the nose. The wine is one the lighter side of medium in length on the finish with some … Continue reading
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HASELGROVE FIRST CUT SHIRAZ 2010
Dark in color with a mild nose. On the mid pallet this wine is sweet with lots of black berries coming through. On the medium length finish the wine displays some mild tannins and acidity. This is definitely a fruit … Continue reading
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Robert Biale 2012 Founders Farmers Zinfandel mini review
This wine comes from older vineyards in small lots, 400-500 cases. It’s a field blend of 10-12 different vines. It’s milder on the nose with some light red berries along with some wood coming through. On the mid pallet this … Continue reading
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CAVE DU HAUT-POITOU VALLÉE LOIRE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2012 mini review
Pale in color with a lovely grassy nose. On the mid pallet the wine displays green notes to match the nose along with some strong dominant grapefruit notes. On the medium length finish the wine displays some lovely long mouth … Continue reading
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Robert Biale 2012 Rocky Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel mini review
It’s always a thrill to hear a winemaker speak about the passion they have for making wine. And often this has been a passion that has been in the family for generations. When Barrel Select invited me to meet and … Continue reading
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