Wild Thing Zinfandel (Mendocino) Ancient Vines 2014 review by (PB)
Garnet hue with inky aroma underneath dark berry and blueberry notes, with savory spices on top. Palate–Pleasant first impression with spicy mid palate and then a blast of rustic wild dark berries with another blast of zesty spices. My wife paid $22 for this and it’s a tasty and exuberant Zin with a finish that…
Quarles Harris Porto 2011 review by (PB)
Dark Plum hue with aromas of cedar, mint and minced meat pie with sweet pie spices, with a subtle rich blueberry syrup at the end Palate–a gloriously thickish texture, with velvety rich, deep flavors of intense dried plum, raisin and savory spiced flavors on the end with a finish that hangs on. This ultra value…
Henri Gouges Nuits-Saint-Georges 2015 review by (PB)
Cherry hue with aromas of creamy milk chocolate (fleeting) and strawberry/red raspberry bonbons. Sweet spices are prominent with dusty mineral hint at the edges. Palate–a bit tightly wound with a citrusy impression mid palate, hopefully it will open. OK I am not very experienced with Burgundy ($$$) and this is not an expensive one ($60…
Rocca Delle Macie Chianti Classico Riserva 2013 review by (PB)
Lighter cherry hue with aromas of cherry cream bonbons, with wonderful spice laced fresh grape and more sweet cherry fruit Palate– Peaked with spicy, cherry, forest floor, lingering cherry notes Always a favorite, this Riserva is peak and should be drunk now although it will be pleasant as it ages for the next 3 years. …