Château Siran Margaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine

 

Château Siran Margaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $31.87-$37.49, 92 points, poured a deep purple/red with a clear wine ring and copious stained legs.
Aromas of red raspberry jam, cocoa, a floral vibe, with a hint of cinnamon and clove were excellent.
Full-bodied dry red wine with good acidity, firm grainy tannins, and flavors reflective of the aromas presented a sophisticated, pairable, and delicious tipple.
Finished long on the trailing palate, warm pepper spices, and a well-balanced 14% alcohol.
Paired well with my spice-rubbed T-bone steak.

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Château Bellonne Saint Georges Saint-Emilion Grand Vin De Bordeaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine

 

Château Bellonne Saint Georges Saint-Emilion Grand Vin De Bordeaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $12.32-$14.49, 87 points, poured a deep ruby red with copious stained legs and a thin clear meniscus.
Aromas were fruity and herbaceous.
A full-bodied dry red wine with fair acidity, a supportive underlayment of tannin, and flavors of mulberry, cocoa, black tea, and tart citrus worked well together.
Finished fair on a potent 14.5% alcohol, easy spices, and a metallic touch.
Paired fine with my beef/vegetable stew.

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Chateau Du Courlat Cuvee Jean-Baptiste Lussac-Saint-Emilion 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, (Merlot)

 

Chateau Du Courlat Cuvee Jean-Baptiste Lussac-Saint-Emilion 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, (Merlot) $15.29-$17.99, 91 points, poured an impenetrable purple/red with a clear meniscus and dense hanging stained legs.
Aromas of cinnamon, clove, and dried cooking herbs nuanced with chocolate, a floral vibe, anise, and red fruit were excellent.
A full-bodied bone-dry red wine with bright acidity, fine grainy tannins, and rich flavors throughout that reflected the aromas showed power and subtlety.
Finished long on a 14.5% alcohol infused spiciness and iron.
Paired fine with my supreme pizza.
This is a high QPR red wine (a definite buy recommendation)!

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Tolaini Al Passo IGT Tuscan 2016 Red Wine

 

Tolaini Al Passo IGT Tuscan 2016 Red Wine, $21.24-$26.99, 89 points, poured a deep purple/red color with a broad clear rim and copious stained legs.
The bouquet was a bit earthy, funky, and plumy with a hint of iodine.
Medium to medium/plus-bodied dry red wine with good acidity, supportive tannins, and flavors of plum, black tea, and iron were enlivened with easy spices and what seemed to be an under-rated 13.5% alcohol. Finished well on the fading palate.
Paired fine with my sweet Italian sausage.

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Veneto Primo Amore N/V Moscato

 

Veneto Primo Amore N/V Moscato, $9.99-$12.99, 88 points, was a very light brass color turning clear long before the rim and showing a bit of Vinho Verde frizzante-like fizz.
Gentle and lovely aromas of Honey dew melon, lime, and warmed Clementine zest impressed.
Light-bodied sweet white wine showed enough tartness and acidity to avoid being cloying, but not enough to to be more than a tasty tipple gulper. Flavors followed the aromas with a touch of lemon-bitters and a trailing fair finish with a 7% ABV.
Paired well with both Mexican and Asian cuisine.

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Château Réaut de Grand Vin De Bordeaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wines

 

Château Réaut de Grand Vin De Bordeaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wines, $11.89-$13.99, 89 points, poured an opaque garnet red with thick stained legs and a clear meniscus.
Aromas of soft Allspice, slightly sour plums, violets, and a hint of mocha were interesting if not fragrant.
Near full-bodied dry red wine with good acidity, firm grainy tannin, and flavors reflective of the aromas.
Finished long, tart, and tight with a lively 14% alcohol.
Paired well with my cheeseburger.
This is not a classic red Bordeaux in that it lacks much of the fruit in a typical "young" Bordeaux, but still is lean and has a high QPR.
Varietals were 58% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc.

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Bodega Señorío de Beade Ribeiro 2019 White Wine

 

Bodega Señorío de Beade Ribeiro 2019 White Wine, $14.44-$16.99, 88 points, was a light yellow/gold color with a clear penumbra.
Light aromas of lime, lemon-grass, mandarin zest, and pome flowers were pleasant.
A light juicy off-dry white wine with good acidity and white grape, tangy citrus, and lemon oil flavors showed bright and tasty.
Finished fair on the fading palate, a vibrant minerality, and I believe a miss labeled 14.1% alcohol.
Varietals were 60% Albarino and 40% Treixadura.
Paired perfectly with my fried Ipswich clams.

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Bersano 'Costalunga' 2017 Barbera d'Asti D.O.C.G.

 

Bersano 'Costalunga' 2017 Barbera d'Asti D.O.C.G., $11.89-$27.99, 88 points, poured a deep violet red with a broad clear wine ring and copious stained legs.
A great bouquet of graphite, lake water, lavender, and orange zest impressed.
A medium-bodied dry red wine with good acidity, a firm underlayment of tannin, and flavors of iron, a thin rendition of red raspberry, cherry-bitters, and black tea manifested the high QPR of this food friendly wine.
Finished long on the iron, easy spice notes, and a well-balanced 14% alcohol.
Paired great with our Italian sub-sandwiches.

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Damilano Lecinquevigne 2015 Barolo (DOCG)

 

Damilano Lecinquevigne 2015 Barolo (DOCG), $33.99-$41.99, 92 points, poured a deep cranberry red with a clear meniscus, an orange penumbra, and sticky stained legs dripping from sheets.
Aromas were soft floral notes, black tea, and a hint of shoe polish.
Medium-bodied bone-dry red wine with bright acidity, firm grainy tannins, and substantial flavors of red fruit, black tea, iron, and cherry cola were lively and intense.
Finished forever on the 14.5% infused trailing palate, citrus, and cayenne pepper.
Paired perfectly with my veggie pizza.

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Château La Fleur Saint Georges Lalande-de-Pomerol 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine

 

Château La Fleur Saint Georges Lalande-de-Pomerol 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $16.59-$19.49, 91 points, poured an opaque ruby red with a garnet red penumbra, a thin clear wine ring, and copious clear legs.
The bouquet was a cornucopia of fruit with plum being dominant, but soft floral perfume notes with a hint of citrus accented them nicely.
A round full-bodied not quite dry red wine with good acidity, firm/comfortable tannins, rich flavors of red fruit, cola, loam, and lingering plum.
Finished long on the trailing palate, black olives, iron, easy pepper spices, and an underwhelming 13.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my sweet sausage ravioli in a marinara sauce.

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Château D'esclans "Whispering Angel" Côtes de Provence 2019 Rosé

 

Château D'esclans "Whispering Angel" Côtes de Provence 2019 Rosé, $10.19-$11.99 (375ml), 87 points, was a light peach pink and clearing before the rim.
Aromas of strawberries, maraschino cherries, white toast, and a floral vibe were lovely.
A light-bodied Rosé with a rather thin rendition of flavors reflective of the aromas, but the finish was a great crescendo of spice and the 13% spike of alcohol.
Paired fine with my Mexican cuisine.

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Castello Di Bossi Berardo 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva

 

Castello Di Bossi Berardo 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva, $23.79-$29.99, 92 points, poured a deep sienna color with dense sticky legs and a broad clear meniscus.
Aromas of violets, earth, and a red raspberry perfume were delightful.
A medium-bodied bone-dry red wine with bright acidity, grippy grainy tannins, and a tart red fruit flavor profile nuanced with black tea, spearmint, and a hint of truffles was delicious if a bit tight at this point.
Finished on the trailing palate, iron, and a compatible 14.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my meatball/provolone sub. Look to pairing this with most tomato-based Italian dishes, but will manage with great respect stews, steaks, ribs, and of course even white-sauced pizzas.

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Lagranja 360 2019 Verdejo-Viura

 

Lagranja 360 2019 Verdejo-Viura, $5.99, 85 points, was a light brass color while clearing before the rim.
Aromas of soft Pumelo, orange zest, and pome flowers were lovely.
A light-bodied off-dry white wine with fair to good acidity and tart flavors of lime, flat grapefruit, and melon rind were okay.
Finished rather week with a bit of ginger and a well-balanced 12.5% alcohol.
Paired acceptably with my fried Haddock sandwich.
(Varietals were Verdejo 85% and 15% Viura).

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Charles Smith Evergreen Vineyard Columbia Valley 2019 Sparkling Chardonnay

 

Charles Smith Evergreen Vineyard Columbia Valley 2019 Sparkling Chardonnay, $13.59-$15.99, 90 points, was a light brass color, clearing toward the rim, and pouring with a full head of foam.
Lovely aromas of peach, petrichor, and a hint of vanilla were good.
A medium-bodied off-dry sparkling white wine with fair to good acidity and flavors of Granny Smith apple with a touch of sourdough bread impressed me.
Finished long on the fading palate, a whisper of citrus, and a well-balanced 12.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my fried Ipswich clams.

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Casa Santos Lima 2018 Portuguese Red Wine (Vinho Regional Lisboa)

 

Casa Santos Lima 2018 Portuguese Red Wine (Vinho Regional Lisboa), $7.64-$10.99, 88 points, poured a deep pomegranate red with a lipstick-red penumbra, a broad clear wine ring, and dense stained legs.
Aromas of loam, soft floral notes, a hint of cocoa, and jelled cranberry were light and whimsical.
A medium-bodied slightly off-dry red wine with good acidity and a supportive underlayment of tannin managed good red fruit flavors nuanced with peach tea, iron, and tangy red raspberry.
Finished fair on the diminishing palate and a balanced 13.5% alcohol.
Paired well with a STEAK CHIMICHANGA.

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Domaine Du Colombier 2018 Chablis

 

Domaine Du Colombier 2018 Chablis, $21.24-$26.99, 90 points, was a very light yellow-gold color and water clear towards the rim.
Aromas of apples, pome blossoms, and mandarin zest were a bit gossamer, but lovely.
A light, trending medium-bodied off dry white wine with good acidity, a straight-forward flavor profile reflective of the aromas, and a very long finish marked by mint leaf, lemon oil, white pepper, and a well-balanced 12.5% alcohol clearly showed its pedigree.
I don't ever remember pairing a Chablis with Asian cuisine, but this one was splendid.

Tasted again 3.1.2022

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Bordeaux Red Wine Vintage 2016

So far  Bordeaux Red Wine

Vintage 2016 is proving to be an excellent vintage.

Château Belle-Vue Haut-Medoc 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $17.84-$20.99, 90 points

Château Bellonne Saint Georges Saint-Emilion Grand Vin De Bordeaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $12.32-$14.49, 87 points

Château Bernon-Becot 2016 Puisseguin Saint-Émilion Red Wine, $29.99-$59.99, 86 points

Château Boyd-Cantenac Margaux Grand Cru Classé 1855, 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $50.57-$59.99, 95 points

Château Brown Pessac-Léognan 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine $30.59-$35.99, 93 points

Château de Carlmagnus Fronsac 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $15.72-$18.49, 92 points

Château De France Pessac-Léognan 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $22.94-$26.99, 89 points

Château De La Dauphine Fronsac Grand Vin 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $24.99-$35.99, 92 points

Château De Ribebon Bordeaux Supérieur 2016 Cabernet Franc, $21.99-$54.99, 90 points

Château Dillon Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois 2016 Bordeaux Red, $24.49-$59.99, 93 points

Chateau Du Courlat Cuvee Jean-Baptiste Lussac-Saint-Emilion 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, (Merlot) $15.29-$17.99, 91 points

Chateau Du Courlat Cuvee Jean-Baptiste Lussac-Saint-Emilion 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, (Merlot) Revisited, $15.29-$17.99 (current price averages $22), 90 points

Château Fonréaud Listrac-Médoc 2016 Red Bordeaux Wine, $16.14-$18.99, 90 points

Château La Croix De Beaucaillou Saint-Julien 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $39.52-$46.49, 95 points

Château La Fleur Saint Georges Lalande-de-Pomerol 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $16.59-$19.49, 91 points

Château La Gorre Cru Bourgeois Médoc 2016 Red Wine, $29.99-$82.99, 91 points

Château La Justice Fronsac 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $16.19-$19.99, 89 points

Château Le Thil Comte Clary Pessac-Léognan 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $27.19-$31.99, 90 points

Château Les Aubiers 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $17.42-$40.99, 89 points

Château les Graves de Lavaud Cuvée Tradition Lalande-de-Pomerol 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $14.99-$32.99, 89+ points

Château Lilian Ladouys Saint Estèphe 2016 Grand Vin Bordeaux Red Wine, $23.37-$27.49, 90 points

Château Marquis De Terme Grand Cru Classé 1855 Margaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine$48.44-$56.99, 93 points

Château Mauvesin Barton Moulis En Médoc 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $16.99-$31.99, 87 points

Château Montlabert Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $23.79-$27.99, 93 points

Château Montveil Pomerol 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $38.24-$44.99, 95 points

Château Prieurs De La Commanderie Grand Vin Pomerol 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $25.49-$29.99, 91 points

Château Puygueraud, Francs-Côtes-de-Bordeaux, 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $16.57-$19.49, 90 points

Château Réaut de Grand Vin De Bordeaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wines, $11.89-$13.99, 89 points

Galius Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $33.99-$39.99, 90 points

Château Sérilhan, Grand Vin Bordeaux, Saint-Estèphe 2009 Bordeaux Red Wine, $21.24-$24.99, 90 points

Château Siran Margaux 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $31.87-$37.49, 92 points

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Château Montlabert Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine

 

Château Montlabert Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2016 Bordeaux Red Wine, $23.79-$27.99, 93 points,  poured an opaque ruby red with a garnet red penumbra, a broad clear meniscus, and fat hanging legs.
Intense aromas of currant fruit, roasted plums, chocolate, dried herbs, and loam were excellent.
A full-bodied dry red wine with firm fine grainy tannins and flavors righteously reflective of the aromas with a touch of mint managed to impress.
Finished long on the trailing palate, anise, and a potent though balanced 14.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my spice-rubbed Porterhouse steak with all the typical side dishes, including baked asparagus.

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