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 Petit Verdot + Syrah
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| Page 1 of 1 | Previous | Next | VIGNA UVA VINO NOVEMBER 12, 2009 Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 This was my favorite from the first flight at the Snooth Cabernet tasting last week. Initially, beautiful dark ripe blackberry aromas assault together with wafts of berries, and hints of vanilla, spices and cassis. 15% alcohol and $16.99 | | | | | | |
| | | | DR. VINO JUNE 8, 2009 249 bottles of wine on the wall 2006 Clarendon Hills Astralis Vineyard Shiraz (Syrah), McLaren Vale. 1996 Clarendon Hills Astralis Vineyard Shiraz (Syrah), McLaren Vale. 2005 Château Mouton Rothschild Cabernet/Merlot/Cabernet Franc/Petit Verdot, Pauillac. 2008 Sutton Grange Winery Fairbank Rosé Syrah/Cabernet/Merlot, Bendigo. Day One. Day Two. | | | | | | | | |
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SLAKED | WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2009  2008 Monte Bello Futures Tasting
Difficult to compare to recent vintages (which have all included at least some cabernet franc or petit verdot) this is less flamboyant than the 2006 and 2007, and will benefit from extended cellaring. The 2007 Lytton Estate Syrah/Grenache ** is also tight, almost light, almost too searing, with blue fruits and tons of tannin. MORE >> -
VIGNA UVA VINO | MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2009  Gary Grunner from Grapes on the Go at Boston Wine Expo
Another blend from Il Borro of 75% Syrah and 25% Sangiovese reflects a subtle nose of red cherries, currants and leather, with hints of vanilla and a finish of spices, namely cinnamon and cloves. ??The This Chardonnay has a pale yellow color, fruity rich aromas of apple and peach with notes of floral & lemon. alcohol content.?? MORE >> -
EAST VILLAGE WINE GEEK | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2008  TAKING THE STRESS OUT AND BRINGING IN THE FUN TO HOLIDAY WINE SHOPPING
They are all pretty much blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot. Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Carignan, Cinsaut, these are the most popular grapes of Southern France and vignerons (French winemakers) play around with them in the cellars to create their own identities. Ah, the Holidays. promise. MORE >> -
WINE TASTING GUY | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2008 Wines for the New (Jewish) Year UNDER $30
And two wines in their appellation series that are of interest are the Carmel "old vine" Carignan & the Carmel Petit Sirah. Those are: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot & Malbec. I'm sorry for the delay in writing this post. I have gotten MANY requests for my Rosh Hashana suggestions. MORE >> -
WINE TASTING GUY | FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2008 The FREE Murcia wine tasting event
Of interest is that the Murcia region, in addition to cultivating the popular Monastrell, had wines made with Cabernet Sauvignon and is increasing its plantings of Syrah and Petit Verdot, two varietals that are apparently doing well there. What a difference a little marketing & the word FREE can do. MORE >>
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