New Hampshire Wine-man

Monday, September 12, 2022

Rabble Moss~Fire Ranch, Paso Robles, 2018 Zinfandel

Rabble Moss~Fire Ranch, Paso Robles, 2018 Zinfandel, $21.99-$26.99, 92 points, poured a deep and lovely plum-red color with copious stained legs and a broad clear meniscus.
Aromas of warm wild blackberries, cloves, spicy cinnamon cherries, a floral vibe, and vibrant autumn underbrush were excellent.
This was a full-bodied Zin (red wine) with an early palate satin mouthfeel, good acidity, a developing tannic presence, and rich flavors of Kirsch, anise, briar fruit, and iodine.
Finished long, a bit austere, spicy with flavors of cherry-cola, iron, and a robust 14.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my spicy Asian beef.

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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Masciarelli D'Abruzzo 2020 Trebbiano (DOC)

Masciarelli D'Abruzzo 2020 Trebbiano (DOC), $12.74-$16.99, 89 points, was a medium brass color and clearing with a large penumbra of light gray.
Aromas of pome blossoms, lemon zest, and bee's wax were interesting and pleasant.
This was a light-bodied white wine with good acidity, very clean/crisp, refreshing, citrus-spirited, and quite tasty. Not a cerebral white wine, but for just over $10, a real crowd pleaser.
Finished long on lemongrass, ginger, lime juice, and a well-balanced 13% alcohol.
Paired nicely with my fried North Atlantic Halibut.

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Saturday, September 10, 2022

Federico Ferrero Volpini Langhe 2018 Chardonnay

Federico Ferrero Volpini Langhe 2018 Chardonnay, $11.89-$16.99, 89 points, was a light brass color with yellow/gold highlights and clear at the rim.
Aromas of dusty minerality, lemon zest, and a subtle apricot note were pleasant.
This white wine barely reached medium-bodied and showed fair to good acidity with a rather angular mouthfeel and sleek flavors reflective of the aromas plus a bit of ginger.
Finished crip, juicy, a bit white pepper spicy, and with a proper 13% alcohol.
Paired well with my North Atlantic lobster in drawn butter and peach tarts for dessert.

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

Folly Of The Beast, Central Coast, 2019 Chardonnay

Folly Of The Beast, Central Coast, 2019 Chardonnay, $14.39-$15.99, 86 points, was a medium straw yellow color with yellow/gold highlights and graying towards the rim.
Aromas of apples, fresh spring lake breezes, stone fruit, and hints of caramel and oak were pleasant.
This was a medium-bodied white wine with fair acidity and oak dominated flavors, nuanced apple, Chardonnay specific grape, caramel, and late palate ginger ale.
Finished long on the fading palate and a well-balanced 13.9% alcohol.
Paired okay with my marinated salt and vinegar chicken wings.

2019 Vintage California Chardonnay

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

McBride Sisters Collection 2019 Chardonnay (Central Coast)

McBride Sisters Collection 2019 Chardonnay (Central Coast), $13.49-$16.99, 85 points, was a medium straw yellow color and clearing only near the rim.
Aromas of dusty wild mint leaves, a hint of pine resin, subtle lime peel, and chardonnay specific grape were fascinating.
This was a medium-bodied white wine with fair acidity, soft mouthfeel, and flavors of oak, honeydew melon rind, thin white grape flavors, and good ginger notes.
Finished fair on the fading palate, a tad of caramel, and a balanced 13.5% alcohol.
Paired okay with my ham-steak dinner.

2019 Vintage California Chardonnay

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Monday, September 5, 2022

Ridge Lytton Springs 2018 Red Wine

Ridge Lytton Springs 2018 Red Wine, $36.54-$42.99, 91 points, poured an opaque rosewood red with fat-stained legs, and a broad clear wine ring.
Aromas of ripe mulberry, coffee, wild briar fruit, and a hint of milk chocolate were pleasant if not outstanding.
This was a full-bodied dry red wine with fair acidity, a supportive underlayment of tannin, and rich flavors reflective of the aromas throughout the palate range.
Finished intensely on pepper spices, Damson plum, a hint of iron, and a balanced 14.5% alcohol.
Varietals were 72% Zinfandel, 18% Petite Sirah, 8% Carignane, and 2% Mourvèdre.
Paired perfectly with my loaded pizza.

Ridge, why it's a "go to" winery.

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Sunday, September 4, 2022

Carpineto 2017 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva (D.O.C.G.),

Carpineto 2017 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva (D.O.C.G.), $25.49-$32.99, 92 points, poured an opaque pomegranate red with purple highlights, a clear meniscus, and moderate sticky sheeting.
Aromas of black tea, hints of cedar, dusty sweet plums, white pepper, and a floral vibe were quite good.
This was a full-bodied bone-dry red wine with good acidity, grainy/grippy tannins, an early palate soft richness morphing midway with an accelerating tannic influence, and good flavors of red fruit, dried herbs, pepper spices, and a hint of licorice.
Finished long with a mineral vibe, a tart red cherry, and a well-balanced 14% alcohol.
Paired fine with two Italian-styled tomato-based meals and with fresh field picked corn and feta cheese.

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