Taylor's Vineyard 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Musqué Clone

 

Taylor's Vineyard 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Musqué Clone, $28.89-$33.99, 93 points, was a palladium silver/white color with a light brass cast.
The dominate aroma of a perfumed dusty fresh cut hay nuanced with a hint of lemon zest was lovely.
Taylor was light-bodied, brightly acidic, cleanly crisp and sleek with delicious flavors of white grape skin, caramel, ginger-ale, lemon grass, and a touch of white pepper.
Finished long on the trailing palate with a hint of mint leaf and a well-balanced 13.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my homemade spanakopita. 

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Fattoria Monsanto Fabrizio Bianchi 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva (DOCG)

 

Fattoria Monsanto Fabrizio Bianchi 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva (DOCG), $25.49-$32.99, 90 points, poured a bright crystal clear ruby red with a very broad clear meniscus and the legs were sticky and hanging.
The nose was basically red fruit with a soft floral vibe; pleasant but not inspiring.
This famous Riserva was derived from one of the best vintages, it was a bit bigger than medium-bodied, bone-dry, brightly acidic, and showed a smooth but strong tannic wash. Flavors were rich cherry fruit, plums, and black tea notes, yet slightly offset by a late palate astringency.
Finished on fire with hot spices and a big 14% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my Italian veggie pizza.

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Tutela Classico Superiore Valpolicella D.O.C.

 

Tutela Classico Superiore Valpolicella D.O.C., $11.79-$17.99, 87 points, poured a lovely light vermilion red grading outward as an orange/red color with quite a broad meniscus and a neckless of clear legs.
Aromas of figs, dates, cranberries, and mountain streams were soft but pleasant.
This Valpolicella was barely medium-bodied but filled with solid flavors of warm spices yellow juicy raisins, iron, and black grape skins.
Finished long on the trailing palate and a well-balanced 13% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with our spaghetti and meatballs.

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Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Barossa Valley 2007 Shiraz

 

Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Barossa Valley 2007 Shiraz, $24.99, 93 points, poured a deep purple/red with a slightly bleeding meniscus and light sticky glass sheeting.
Aromas of peppery incense, juniper berry, blackberry, and hint of cocoa were lovely.
This was a full-bodied dry shiraz, showed good acidity, underlayment of fine grainy tannins, and a robust spicy flavor profile nuanced by flavors reflective of the aromas with a still very juicy character marked by red raspberry and fig.
Finished long on fruit notes, black ripe grape, and a well-balanced 14.8% alcohol.
Bottled with a screw-cap.
Paired perfectly with my Texas burger.

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Shafer Napa Valley 2007 Merlot Revisited

 

Shafer Napa Valley 2007 Merlot Revisited, $34.99-$48.00 (current average $93.99), 93 points, poured a deep pomegranate red with orange highlights, a broad bleeding meniscus, and sticky stained-legs.
Aromas were dominated by slightly funky yet perfumed sweet plum notes.
Full-bodied dry red wine with a round soft mouthfeel, showed fair-good acidity, resolved tannins, and flavors of plums, black licorice, and warm pepper spices.
Finished long on the fading palate and with a balanced but big 14.9%.
Paired perfectly with my spaghetti and meatballs, and delicious with our milk chocolate dessert.

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Tenute Silvio Nardi 2023 Rosso Di Montalcino DOC

 

Tenute Silvio Nardi 2023 Rosso Di Montalcino DOC, $20.39-$23.99, 91 points, poured a deep ruby red with a clear meniscus and copious sticky legs.
Aromas of red cherry, black tea, and a floral vibe were pleasant if a bit soft.
This 2023 vintage Silvio Nardi Rosso was a dry medium-bodied red wine with bright acidity, easy fine grainy tannins, and tasty baby Brunello flavors reflective of the nose with warm spice and a hint of coffee.
Finished fresh, clean, and long on the fading palate with a whisper lingonberry and a well-balanced 13.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my spiced lamb rib chops.

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Jermann Friuli Venezia Giulia 2024 Pinot Grigio DOC

 

Jermann Friuli Venezia Giulia 2024 Pinot Grigio DOC, $25.50-$32.99, 92 points, was a medium brass color at the core quickly grading to lightening grays towards the rim.
Aromas of subtle kiwi, honeydew melon, and green grape in a mineral matrix was lovely.
This Pinot Grigio competes with Sauvignon Blanc (which is usually my preference), it was medium-bodied, dry, showed bright acidity, delivered robust flavors of white pepper, tart lemongrass, lime juice, and Pinot Grigio specific grape.
Finished long on the trailing palate with a hint of ginger and a spot-on 12.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my fried clams.

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