New Hampshire Wine-man

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Patroferno Puglia Appassimento 2021 Primitivo (IGT)

Patroferno Puglia Appassimento 2021 Primitivo (IGT), $12.99, 87 points, pour core black grading to a deep rosewood red, a broad clear meniscus, and dense stained legs.
Aromas of cloves, wild briar fruit, shoe polish, and mulberry were rich.
This was a full-bodied red wine, reminded me of some high alcohol big Napa Valley Zinfandels I've tasted.
This 2021 Primitivo showed fair acidity, a supportive underlayment of tannin, and a somewhat syrupy black cherry flavor profile with an out of balance 15% alcohol; typically, Primitivo is near 13.5% alcohol.
Finished long on a alcohol infused spiciness.
Paired okay with our pepperoni pizza.

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Monday, May 29, 2023

Héritage de Le Boscq St.-Estèphe 2018 Bordeaux Red Wine

Héritage de Le Boscq St.-Estèphe 2018 Bordeaux Red Wine, $16.99-$29.99, 91 points, poured core black grading towards a deep rosewood red color with a broad clear meniscus and dense stained legs.
Aromas were floral, fruity, and nuanced with cedar.
This Bordeaux was full-bodied, rich and extracted with fair acidity, supportive tannins, and rich flavors reflective of the aromas.
Finished long on the trailing palate, warm pepper spices, and a well-balanced 13.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my baby back-ribs.
Varietals were 82% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Bordeaux Red Wine Vintage 2018

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Sunday, May 28, 2023

Cadre "Stone Blossom" Etna Valley 2021 Sauvignon Blanc

Cadre "Stone Blossom" Etna Valley 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, $16.99-$22.99, 91 points, was a medium yellow/gold color and a narrow clear wine ring at the rim.
Aromas of dusty lemon zest, soft pome blossoms, a hint of jasmine, and lime juice were "delicious".
Cadre was light-bodied, crisply acidic, and quite tasty if not terribly complex. Flavors mimicked the aromas.
Finished well on the fading palate, ginger, and a surprisingly balanced 14.2% alcohol.
Paired wonderfully with my Portuguese Aztec ensalada tuna.

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Friday, May 26, 2023

Oyster Bay Marlborough 2022 Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand)

Oyster Bay Marlborough 2022 Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand), $13.59-$15.99, 90 points, was a faded brass color with a broad graying penumbra.
The very grassy/gooseberry aromas were strong and impenetrable.
As is true concerning many Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc wines, this one was light-bodied, acidic, and showed outstanding flavors not only of the grass and gooseberry, but ginger ale as well.
Finished well on the trailing palate, melon rind, lemon/lime, and a well-balanced 12.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my Portuguese sardines in olive oil and lemon.
The best vintage of this wine I've tasted.

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

Stoller Family Estate Dundee Hills 2021 Chardonnay

Stoller Family Estate Dundee Hills 2021 Chardonnay, $19.54-$24.99, 89 points, was a light brass color with a very broad clear meniscus.

Aromas of lemon oil, orange zest, a strange dusty kitten fur smell, a whisper of vanilla, and a slightly sour cantaloupe were interesting and pleasant.
I'm fascinated with Northwest Chardonnay, and this Stoller is a good example of why: it is medium-bodied, showed fair acidity, great flavors reflective of the aromas (minus the kitten fur), and a very restrained 12.5% alcohol.
Finished long, clean, citrusy, and with a balanced alcohol content.
Paired well with our grilled cheddar cheese sandwiches.

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Honig Napa Valley 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon

Honig Napa Valley 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, $35.69-$44.99, 93 points, poured a shifting opaque pomegranate, ruby, and blood red with a broad clear wine ring, and heavy-stained legs.
Aromas of ripe blackberries, cedar-box, milk chocolate, red currants, and a floral vibe weren't profuse but subtle and developing.
As always, Honig Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was full-bodied, luscious, complex, and delicious.
Acidity was fair, tannins supportive without being rough, and good flavors reflective of the aromas showed this wine to be above its price-point.
Finished quite long on the trailing palate, white pepper, and a proper 14.9% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my spice-rubbed Angus rib-eye.

2018 California Cabernet Sauvignon Wines Tasted

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Monday, May 22, 2023

Felsina Berardenga 2020 Chianti Classico (DOCG)

Felsina Berardenga 2020 Chianti Classico (DOCG), $23.79-$27.99, 92 points, poured a beautiful blood-orange red with a broad clear meniscus and sticky stained legs.
The lovely aromas of strawberries, black tea, shoe polish, and a faint hint of tar were impressive.
Felsina was for the most part a typical Chianti Classico, medium-bodied, acidic, lean, supported by fine tannins, and tasty with red fruit, herbs, and a hint of spearmint.
Finished long of the fading palate, a touch of cayenne pepper, and a well-balanced 13.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with our peperoni pizza.

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