Marchesi de Frescobaldi 'Pater-Paterna' Toscana 2015 Sangiovese (IGT), $9.99-$20.99, 85 points, poured an opaque ruby red with a clear rim and light draping.
The Severn screw-cap did not preclude a bit of funk on the nose, but fortunately it dissipated after several hours being replaced with soft notes of red raspberry, brine, and cherry fruit.
Medium-bodied with good acidity and mellow tannins carried a weak rendition of the nose with an ascending spicy finish.
The 12.5% alcohol was unobtrusive, and this wine paired fine with my beef stew.
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Whitehaven Marlborough 2017 Sauvignon Blanc, $13.59-$15.99, 90 points, was a light pale gold color grading a clear grey color at the glass shallows.
Aromas of grapefruit and gooseberries were dominant, but more subtle grass and tangerine notes were lovely.
Light, acidic, and dramatically New Zealand with a fine rendering of the aromas onto the palate.
Finished well and with a surprisingly nuanced flavor of Lychee.
The 13% alcohol was well-balanced, and this SB paired fine with our sautéed sea scallops and buttered asparagus.
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Château Pontet Canet Grand Cru Classé En 1855 Pauillac 2011 Bordeaux Red Wine,
$118.99-$152.99, 95 points, poured core black grading a deep red garnet with a broad clearing rim and substantial legs.
Early aromas of black currant were rich, ripe, dominant, and fragrant, but emerging cedar, sandalwood, and anise were excellent as the wine breathed and evolved.
Full-bodied with good acidity and supportive unobtrusive tannins delivered a panoply of black and red fruit with enlivened flavors evoked from the bouquet.
Finished on an accelerating warm pepper spiciness, hints of plum, fig, pomegranate, and iron.
The 13.5% alcohol was totally appropriate to both the early silky palate and the more edgy spicy finish.
Varietals were 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot.
Paired perfectly with my spiced-rubbed rare Angus rib eye steak.
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Unparalleled's Cuvée Provence 2016 Rosé, $16.99-$22.99, 89 points, was a light salmon color clearing grey at the glass shallows.
Smells of floral strawberry with a hint of Necco wafer were good.
Light-bodied with mouthwatering acidity and flavors remarkably reflective of the aromas assured satisfaction.
Finished fair on easy enduring spice notes, hints of red dragon fruit, and a robust 13% alcohol.
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True Zin Puglia 2015 Primitivo (IGT), $8.49-$19.99, 88 points, poured an opaque purple/red with a clear rim and moderate legs.
Aromatic mulberry, almond-cherry (kirsch), cedar, and a floral vibe were quite good.
Medium-plus body with good acidity and a sufficient underlayment of tannin carried tart flavors of plum, mulberry, and mushrooms.
Finished fair on the trailing palate, coffee notes, a bit chalky, and a well-integrated 14% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with out Papa Gino's sausage pizza.
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2 Copas (2 Glasses) La Mancha 2016 Macabeo (Spain), $8.09-$8.99, 87 points, was a medium brass color with green highlights and clearing at the glass shallows.
Soft aromas of dusty citrus and the faintest notion of banana were okay.
Light-bodied with good acidity managed a rather stony flavor profile with a touch of cumquat.
Finished well on hints of kiwi, honeydew melon, the trailing cumquat, and a balanced 12.5% alcohol.
Paired fine with our honey fried chicken.
I bought this Spanish white wine at the Whole Foods of Bedford.
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Domaine Gérard Metz Vin D' Alsace "Melody" 2015 Pinot Gris (France), $17.99-$19.99, 85 points, was a medium brass color with green highlights and clearing at the glass shallows.
Aromas of nondescript ripe mango and hints of apple cider were just okay.
Light-plus body carried less than bright acidity and the rather nondescript flavors reflective of the aromas.
Finished fair with a hint of ginger, trailing apple cider notes, and the 13% alcohol.
Paired okay with my Asian cuisine.
Not sure if this Pinot Gris just couldn't handle it's age, or if the wine wasn't quite harmonious.
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