Monthly Archives: March 2012

2009 Sandhill Syrah

Posted on March 30, 2012 by John Galea

Another one we tasted while at Big White. Dark in color with an earthy nose at first that quickly faded.  On the mid pallet the earthy taste matched the bouquet.  Some black berries but very subtle. On the finish there … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Canadian, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

2010 WOLF BLASS YELLOW LABEL SHIRAZ

Posted on March 28, 2012 by John Galea

Inky dark in color with a nose of black berries. On the mid pallet this wine is dominated by blueberry pie flavors. It’s slightly sweet but not over the top. On the finish this wine has some pepper and spice … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Australian, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

2006 Leonardo Da Vinci Chianti

Posted on March 26, 2012 by John Galea

We had this wine at Ruth’s Chris in Mississauga. Dark in color with a mild nose of red berries. On the mid pallet this is a lovely varietal Chianti. Nice red berries coming through. Round in the mouth with lots … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Italian, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

2010 Sterling Vintner’s collection chardonnay

Posted on March 23, 2012 by John Galea

Golden in color with a mild varietal chard nose. On the mid pallet this wine is a smooth well made California style chard with some lovely vanilla some butter and creamyness. This is a beautiful food friendly chard. It has … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in American, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

ÁLVARO PALACIOS CAMINS DEL PRIORAT 2010

Posted on March 22, 2012 by John Galea

WineAlign held a Spanish wine tasting at the Spoke club featuring wines from ÁLVARO PALACIOS. The event was run by David Lawrson and featured the wine maker, Alvaro Palacios, sharing his passion with wine making! Woodman Wines and Spirits carries … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in JG Review, Spain, Wine | Leave a comment

Borgogno 1998 Barolo Riserva

Posted on March 19, 2012 by John Galea

Another one from the Trialto Barolo tasting at the fine wine reserve! The 21 year old wine maker attended the event. Dark in color with a nose of dried fruits. On the mid pallet the wine has some lovely red … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Italian, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

2009 Church and State chardonnay

Posted on March 16, 2012 by John Galea

Another Okanogan wine I had on our trip to Big White in BC! Light in color with a lovely varietal chard nose. On the mid pallet this wine displays some lovely varietal chard flavors. More leaning towards a chablis than … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Canadian, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

2007 Stratus Tollgate White

Posted on March 13, 2012 by John Galea

I love visiting wineries. The character and ambiance in some of them is amazing. Stratus on the other hand is a very sterile, and almost industrial feeling place. Way too much concrete and steel for my tastes. It’s fantastic living … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Canadian, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

Borgogno 1997 Barolo Riserva

Posted on March 7, 2012 by John Galea

Trialto recently held a Borgogno Barolo tasting at the fine wine reserve! The 21 year old wine maker attended the event. This wine was the highlight of the evening (for me). Dark in color with a nose of dried fruits. … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Italian, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

INNISKILLIN OKANAGAN RESERVE CHARDONNAY 2009

Posted on March 4, 2012 by John Galea

Personal bias up front, I like my Chards in a California style. Not too over baked. This wine is somewhere between pale and golden in color. Mild on the nose with a slightly sulphur nose. On the mid pallet this … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Canadian, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment

2009 Girasole pinot noir

Posted on March 1, 2012 by John Galea

Another one from Quinn’s Steakhouse extensive by the glass menu. Darker in color than a traditional pinot with a mild nose. On the mid pallet the wine displays more cab flavors at first, then some subtle pinot earthy strawberry notes … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in American, JG Review, Wine | Leave a comment