This weeks choice wine makes me want to say wow-wow-wee-wow (in honor of Borat) with every single drink. This is the one of the best chianti’s that I have ever sipped.
Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Chianti Classico 2001
Ruffino: “To pass on the values of the land and its people by means of culture of which [...]
neither words nor pictures can do this scene justice.
San Quirico Vernaccia di San Gimignano 2005
According to WineBow: Made from 100% Vernaccia grapes organically grown in hillside vineyards surrounding the Tuscan town of San Gimignano. The grapes were harvested in September and October and were vinified in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures. Vernaccia holds the distinction of being the very first appellation to [...]
Cavatappi Sangiovese 2005
According to them: The grapes are from the Wahluke Slope of the Yakima Valley. The bouquet is musty, earthy, and even a bit like wet wood; that is to say, it is a delightful fall wine. No light fruits are prancing around here. It has a pleasing finish and beautiful ruby color.
According to [...]
The Green Dolphin. As Liz and I were traveling through Europe, way back in 2005, we spent an afternoon enjoying the harbor in Monaco on our way through. The signage on this cafe immediately captured my attention and I snapped a picture to remember. There is something about the font and the way the dolphin flows out of [...]
Small Boat by Sean O’Connor.
This brings a smile to my face.
After a nice weekend of winetasting, grilling, and enjoying friends and family in Lake Chelan, I have the following wine of the week to report on.
Luna Merlot 2002
According to our friends at Luna: The 2002 Merlot has a deep, inviting nose of ripe cherries and brambleberry. There is an underlying smokiness and spice, redolent of [...]
Coltibuono Chianti Classico 2004
According to them: Brilliant and deep ruby-red in colour.
On the nose it has notes of blackberries. It is full, soft and well-structured on the palate. It has a well-balanced acidity and a clean and persistent aftertaste.
According to me: Up front this wine smelt like a mushroom patch, but as the wine opened [...]
