Monthly Archives: June 2010

Jackson-Triggs 2007 Delaine Vineyard Merlot

Posted on June 25, 2010 by John Galea

My regular readers know I am hung up on a narrow definition of what I think a Merlot ought to taste like. Sometimes I am able to decouple from that and just enjoy the wine. To enjoy this one you … Continue reading →

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Henry of Pelham 2007 Chardonnay Speck Family Reserve

Posted on June 24, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Sip and Savour wine event this wine is light in color mild on the nose. On the mid pallet are some subtle chard flavors. This is a smooth well balanced middle of the road chard. It … Continue reading →

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MONTES CLASSIC SERIES SAUVIGNON BLANC 2009

Posted on June 22, 2010 by John Galea

I’ve been on a roll with great Chilean Sauv blancs. Sadly this one breaks the role. The wine is pale in color very mild on the nose. The wine has some strong green flavors and some tartness (not quite bitter) … Continue reading →

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Chateau Des Charmes 2008 GAMAY NOIR DROIT

Posted on June 20, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Sip and Savour event. The grape is a clone of the Gamay Noir. The wine is dark in color (darker than you would expect) with an earty/herb nose. The nose was more like a Pinot Noir. … Continue reading →

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Mike Weir 2008 Sauv Blanc

Posted on June 18, 2010 by John Galea

Ok, I have to admit it, I don’t like celebrity wines. I’ve ranted about this once or twice and will digress again. Having a celebrity put his or her name on a product is a throw back to the past … Continue reading →

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PHILIPPE DE ROTHCHILD SAUV BLANC 2009

Posted on June 17, 2010 by John Galea

The wine is pale in color, with a varietal Sauv blanc nose, albeit on the milder side. There’s the usual lemon, citris and grass coming through. On the mid pallet the flavors are spot on and match the bouquet. Again, … Continue reading →

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Peller Estates 2009 Signature Series Sauv Blanc

Posted on June 9, 2010 by John Galea

I enjoy Sauv blancs. They have a lovely bouquet and are very food friendly. They pair well with fatty, spicy, and asian dishes as well as fish. Very versatile. Previous posts have pointed out a number of inexpensive Chilean sauv … Continue reading →

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Ravine Vineyard 2008 Merlot

Posted on June 2, 2010 by John Galea

This is another wine from the iYellow 44 wine event on May 26th. As frequent readers know I have issues with finding a Merlot that tastes like I think a Merlot ought to taste. So I approach them with skepticism. … Continue reading →

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