Tannat Cabernet Franc (50/50) 2011. Tannat 2011 (no oak)Scintillating purple color, lighter rim, spicy nose, bright fresh purple fruit. Filgueira winery … Alan and Sebastian show us around the winery and introduce their wine, which is now owned by a Brazilian company. liked all the wines, especially the high end reds. Calcarious soil.

Tannat Reserva Rose 2011. Tannat Reserva Rose 2012 Saignee method. The family has had the winery since not 1940 -- yet it was only in 1991 that Maria Mendez Parodi and her husband bought this winery. Sauvignon Blanc 2011. Straw colored, strong mineral nose, high acidity, minerality, very rich on the palate with complex flavors.

You will find Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and Vigonier here along with Tannat. Have you ever considered moving to what some people think is the 'end of the world?" The landscape in this remote part of Uruguay is somewhat luner, yet it's the special terroir that makes the wines of Alto de la Ballena so good.

Pueblo de Sol Tannat Rose 2011. 2010 Tannat. Pueblo de Sol Tannat Reserva 2011. Pueblo de Sol Tannat Blend (70% Tannat and Merlot/Cabernet Franc) Limited Edition 2007 Barrel aging, eep garnet purple color, nose of rich ripe purple and black fruit, vanilla notes from the oak, lots of black licorice. Earthy flavors.

This winery started in 1991 by Mr. Stagmari and they grow many different varietals that have won numerous awards, especially for Tannat. Tannat Viejo 2009. From the start the focus was on quality, beginning with limiting density in the vineyards (one meter by one meter). Chardonnay 2o11. Cabernet 2010 (11 months in oak).

Pinot Noir / Tannat 2010 (70 PN / 30 Tannat). Tannat 2010. Tannat 2009. Tannat A 2008. “My 82 year old granny lives here,” says dark haired Juan Andres Marichal, pointing to a simple, one  story house near the tiny family winery. Many years ago she would cook three meals a day for the workers.”. Good with meat.

Tannat 2010. 18 months barrel aging in oak (100% new oak with 70% French and 30% American oak because American oak has lactones and Tannat likes lactones – they experimented with many blends of oak). Have you ever dreamed of becoming a multi-millionaire? and what about a golf course? on top so to be environmentally friendly.

Reserva Tannat 2009 (6 – 8 months barrel American). Nose Astringent tannins … A demonstration of the Tannat grape untamed. Tannat Cab Frank Reserva 2008. Tannat 2008 Riserva de la Familia. Gran Vino 06  (70 Tannat 15 Tempranillo). 44 Cab franc 28 Tannat 18 Cabernet Sauvignon 10 Merlot. "Welcome!"

Tannat reserve 2008. blend of Tannat Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon  Malbec Merlot). "What exciting wines!" is my first reaction to meeting Marcelo Irurtia, who is in charge of vineyard management for his family's 100 year old winery, and Maria Silvia Bianchi, who is in charge of exportation. The brand of these two wines is Km.0

He advised Javiar to focus on perfecting the region’s native Tannat grape and make the best quality possible. Javiar did just that – and thus led the now-currant movement of small family wineries putting their efforts into perfecting the presentation and taste of the natural Tannat grape. Tannat Reserva 2010. Tannat "Amat" 2007.

Tannat Merlot 2011 50/50 Unoaked. 2009 Tannat 10 months in barrels (mixed 1 st and 2 nd use)Very well integrated oak … incredible balance. One of the best examples of Tannat seen on this trip. Some subtle vanilla characteristics to balance the “typical tannins” of Tannat. 2007 Tannat Cabernet Sauvignon  (85 Tannat 15 CS).

It is a gorgeous warm day and besides the vineyards of Tannat there is a small flock of beautiful, elegant birds called Tero Tero, which have gorgeous long legs and walk like graceful ballerinas.  Tempranillo-Tannat 2011. 60% Tempranillo and 40% Tannat. B6 Tannat 2009. This is true of ALL his tannats. new release. 

The soil is here calcareous clay loam soil and the 15 hectares are planted with Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot in addition to Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The famous Tannat people!". an absolutely fabulous visit to Pisano Wines today. The story started three centuries ago in Italy. His dream was to start a winery in Uruguay.

Don Prospero Tannat, Carbonic maseration 2011. Don Propsero Tannat Merlot 2011. 60% Tannat, 40% Merlot. Don Prospero Tannat Malbec 2011  50/50 (Malbec 8 months barrels). Don Propsero Tannat Merlot 2011. 60% Tannat, 40% Merlot. Pizzorno Tannat Riserva 2008 100% tannat 1 year barrique oak 1 year bottle.

This is the first wine from Uruguay that I had an opportunity to taste and the first time for a wine made from the Tannat grape. Tannat is a red wine grape, historically grown in South West France in the Madiran AOC and is now one of the most prominent grapes in Uruguay, where it is considered the "national grape".

This following worlds, and all of the following words was a cut and paste from Santa Monica's Wine Expo mailer. guess my book is still relevant. Fighting Globalization in your Glass 'Once you guys succeed in making all wine taste the same, what will you do for a living?'

on the label), the main grape is tannat, which makes wines that are often opaque in their inky purpleness with tons o’ tannins. The weather is rapidly changing: one day, fall; the next day, snow! Here are two natural wines from France that have you covered. Arretxea, Irouleguy 2005 about $20. Although not big and boozy (only 12.5%

2005 Boireann Tannat, Granite Belt. I’m back from the fantastic Landmark Australia Tutorial. Above is a picture of (some of) the wines opened during the tremendous five days. Yes, it’s 249 bottles of wine on the wall! Really, I could post about each and every session since they were all so interesting and informative. Day One.

Domaine Monte De Luz Carquera Tannat 2007. Uruguay and Tannat. Dark ruby/violet in color and full bodied, this 100% tannat is juicy and full of aromas like plums, blackberries and smoky tar, laden with flavors of spice and jam. two firsts for me, but I was pleasantly surprised. soft and lush, with smooth tannins.

And this is Malbec we're talking about, with a little bit (5%) of Tannat thrown in. I was very much impressed with the Jenny & Francois portfolio , so much so that I decided to buy a few and taste them at home with dinner. I'm happy to tell you that these wines are even better with a meal than they were at the tasting.

It is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Tannat. Tannat is one of the most tannic grapes on the globe but somehow this producer finds calm balance in the blend. The following is an interview with Keith Beavers, co-owner of In Vino Wine Bar & Restaurant and Alphabet City Wine Co. Keith also writes a blog called East Village Wine Geek.

No merlot in this one, maybe some tannat. In case you're not familiar with Jenny & Francois , they import natural wines from all over France, from heavy hitters like Burgundy to unsung heroes like the Côtes de Duras (just northeast of Bordeaux, and considered Southwest France). Maybe it's just odd wine making. Maybe a bit of both.

This blend of 20% Tannat (a grape originally from SW France), 30% Petit Verdot (a Bordeaux varietal) and 50% Lagrein was very nice. I was fortunate to be able to attend the Alto Adige Grand Tasting this afternoon. While there were winemakers in attendence, many of them seemed disinterested in speaking with the guests. new record high for me.

asked if I could taste the 2005 Vinedo de los Vientos Tannat from Uruguay, $8, kind of in homage to Joe who likes Tannat, and they brought me a nice little pour. Which is fine, since it's about a 5 minute walk to bustling Smith or Court Streets. But don't let that turn you off - this is a really nice place. Just look at this wine list.