SIMI Sonoma County 2018 Sauvignon Blanc

SIMI Sonoma County 2018 Sauvignon Blanc, $10.16-$17.99, 87 points, was a very pale brass color and clearing toward the glass rim.

Aromatic candied lemongrass was quite lovely.

Light-bodied with good acidity, while packed up front with flavors of yeasty sweet hay, ginger ale, and a hint of Necco wafer faltered a bit late palate.

Finished very long on the trailing palate and a comfortable 13.5% alcohol.

2018 Cali Sauvignon Blanc
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Sensi 18K NV Moscato (Sparkling Sweet Rosé Wine)

Sensi 18K NV Moscato (Sparkling Sweet Rosé Wine), $16.99-$22.99, 88 points, poured a medium salmon pink color with a fair head of foam that stayed with the drink for a long while.
Smelled like cranberry juice, tasted sweet, 6.5% alcohol, flavors were vanilla, red cherry and strawberry.
A full-bodied sweet frizzante styled Moscato that paired well with my hot buffalo chicken wings, but by itself was a bit cloying for me.
Finished as it began.


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Willamette Valley Vineyards Dijon Clone 2014 Chardonnay

Willamette Valley Vineyards Dijon Clone 2014 Chardonnay, $14.99-$24.99, 86 points, was a straw-yellow color.
Aromas of brine and lemon were okay.
Medium-bodied white wine with fair acidity and flavors of Chardonnay-specific grape, lemon, vanilla, and oak were okay.
Finished on the trailing palate, a hint of caramel, ginger, and a spot-on 13.9% alcohol.
Did not pair well with either my sautéed Sea scallops or my Maine lobster roll, but was lofty with my Greek Baklava.

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Souverain (Chateau) North Coast 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon

Souverain (Chateau) North Coast 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, $9.99-$12.99, 90 points, poured almost a Shiraz purple/red, a touch pinker, with a broad clear wine ring and moderate glass draping.
Aromatically floral with black currants, a bit of cedar, and underbrush (quite nice).
Full round body was supported by good acidity and a firm underlayment of tannin.
Flavors of chocolate and violets lit-up the dark fruitiness.
Finished long on black licorice, plum, and a well balanced 13.9% alcohol.
Paired fine with my manicotti and meatballs.
By far the best Souverain Cab. I've tasted.

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Sauvignon De Seguin Vin De Bordeaux 2017 Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon De Seguin Vin De Bordeaux 2017 Sauvignon Blanc, $8.99, 86 points, was a very light brass color trending water clear toward the glass shallows.
Smells of lemon/lime was first to greet, but lovely pome blossoms filled-in nicely.
Light-bodied white wine with fair to good acidity and weak forward flavors followed by a more intense ginger, vanilla-cookie, and soft pomelo with an underwhelming 12% alcohol.
Paired fine with my sautéed halibut.

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Fattoria Monsanto Fabrizio Bianchi 2015 Chianti Classico Riserva

Fattoria Monsanto Fabrizio Bianchi 2015 Chianti Classico Riserva, $18.69-$23.99, 92 points, poured a deep garnet red with a broad brighter penumbra, wide clear wine ring, and dense legs.
Aromas of underbrush, truffle, black tea, cocoa, a floral vibe, and black cherry preserves were magical. 
Medium-plus body with enticing textures showed good acidity, firm grainy tannins, and delicious flavors reflective of the aromas.
Finished long on the trailing palate, a bit dry, and easy pepper spices with a warm 14% alcohol.
The best vintage I've tasted.

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Château Bolaire 2015 Bordeaux Red Wine

Château Bolaire 2015 Bordeaux Red Wine, $12.32-$14.99, 86 points, poured deep ruby red with an orange penumbra, clear meniscus, and stained dense legs.
Smells were plummy, earthy, and a bit funky.
Full-bodied red wine with good acidity and a solid underlayment of tannin.
Flavors were unimpressive, a bit chalky, and dominated by plum and tart pomegranate.
Finished on developing dry and astringent tannins, a hint of fig, and an appropriate 13.5% alcohol.
Paired okay with my French ratatouille.

Bordeaux Red Wine Vintage 2015

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