Monday, January 28, 2008

Wines...

Some wines I have read about, tried and loved, or have been recommended to me:

California:

Foley Pinot Noir, 2004 - From Santa Rita Hills, CA - Aprox. $38 bottle - complex, dense, thick, masculine, tannic, juicy fruit (black cherry, pomegranate, grenadine), a little citrus and spice.  Rich meats.

Zaca Mesa - "Z Three" - Syrah, mourvedre, grenache grapes - From Santa Ynez Valley, CA- Aprox. $40 bottle - black, thick, powerful, chewable, lush, spicey. Grilled meats.

Argentina:

Malbec - From $16 - $30 - Richly textured, densely flavored, plum, leather, spice, berries. Beef.

Australia:

Vasse Felix - "Adams Road" Shiraz - From Margaret River, Australia - Aprox. $18 bottle - Satisfying burst of fruit. Blackberry, boysenberry, with violets and pepper.  Grilled meats with sweet sauces (BBQ, teriyaki, etc.)

Other 'styles':

Malmsey Madeira - The sweetest madeira, great with deserts and nuts - vanilla, brown sugar, tawny nutiness.  (Blandy's 10 Year Old)


Today Show Recommended Wines Under $15:
Castle Rock Pinot Noir
McManus (California) Petite Syrah

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