PKNT Merlot 2006
February 29, 2008 | 1 Comment
This perfectly balanced soft and delicious 100% Merlot is crammed with plummy red fruits. A touch of tannin adds depth and weight. The great looking contemporary bottle is not easy to miss.
Boxhead Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
February 29, 2008 | 1 Comment
Once a boxhead, always a boxhead. Research suggests a collaboration between square shaped skulls and the production of the finest produce. The squarer the head the better the wine. But why so many boxhead wine makers in the wine growing regions of South Australia? A defective gene has mutated over the generations; or a need to know top secret government plans for global domination; pumping brain altering chemicals into the air. We may never know, but what we do is this; the product of the boxhead represents some strange ability to create the finest wines.
Ruby-red. Impressively perfumed bouquet runs from strawberry to plum, with hints of bitter chocolate and espresso. Fresh, sweet cherry and dark berry flavors offer much more depth than one expects from a $10 wine. There’s a brisk, energetic qualilty to the finish. The value here is amazing. 89 points Steven Tanzer
Walmart Oak Leaf Vineyards Pinot Grigio Chardonnay NV
February 28, 2008 | 5 Comments
Cheap Wine Critics Remarks: This Oak Leaf Vineyards Chardonnay / Pinot Grigio was very decent. We thought it was similar to other low priced pinot grigio’s. The aroma of this wine was a sweet and fruity, while the flavor I detected was of apple with a slight sour aftertaste. Kinda like a Washington green apple.
Walmart Oak Leaf Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon NV
February 28, 2008 | 15 Comments
Oak Leaf Vineyard:
At the prestigious Florida State International Wine Competition this month, a new brand, Oak Leaf Vineyards from California, has won gold. With 84 wineries competing in Chardonnay category, only four received gold medals and Oak Leaf was the biggest bargain by far, at $1.97 suggested retail price in California and $2.97 in most other states.Great Cheap Wine:
If you have come this far than I am guessing you have indulged in this great opportunity. There are other cheap wines that are out there that are exclusive to supermarkets. These are a couple of examples from Food Lion. Please comment on them if you can.Braidenwood Estates Cabernet Sauvignon
Braidenwood Estates Chardonnay
Jacob’s Creek Merlot 2006
February 26, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Wine Maker’s Remarks: Moderate winter and spring rains allowed the vines to get off to a good start in spring and ensured good flowering and set. This was followed by dry warm weather over summer during shoot and berry development creating balanced vines and canopies with little to no disease. A cool end to autumn allowed the fruit to reach full ripeness, excellent colour and flavour, with varietal expression, concentration and structure.
The Little Penguin Cabernet Sauvignon
February 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Wine Maker’s Remarks: The biggest Little Penguin wine has an awesome rubyred color and the scent of fresh berries. The palate jumps with sweet Australian Cabernet fruit and soft background tannins and a great taste that lingers. An age–worthy Cabernet that drinks beautifully now. Ideal with grilled meats, poultry, hard cheeses and pasta.
The Little Penguin Shiraz 2005
February 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Wine Maker’s Remarks: Hold this hefty red to the light and marvel at the dense, bright magenta hues. Savor the splashes of chocolate, spice and juicy strawberries on the nose. The flavor has equally impressive dark sweet fruit, closing with an impressive length. This Australian Shiraz wine holds its own with hard cheeses and anything on the barbie, from red meats to blackened fish.
Twin Fin Pinot Grigio
February 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Wine Maker’s Remarks Twin Fin wines are sourced from select vineyards along California’s Central Coast. They’re fresh, fruit-driven and are just right for everything from beach parties to backyard barbecues to dinner with the in-laws.
Twin Fin Pinot Grigio is crisp with a bit of a bite to liven up any occasion, it features aromas of rose petal and spicy citrus.
Concha Y Toro Chardonnay Casillero del Diablo 2005
February 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Production Technique: The wine is 30% fermented in French oak and aged eight months on the lees. The remaining 70% is aged 8 months on stainless steel. 10% malolactic fermentation.
Wine Maker’s Remark: The wine has a lemon-yellow color. It is rich and appealing with heavy pineapple fruit, toasty oak and a creamy butter texture. It is an elegant, round and mouthfilling wine balanced by crisp acidity for a long and memorable finish.
Four Sisters Chardonnay 2005
February 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Wine Maker’s Remarks: This hand crafted wine shows lifted melon and peach fruit flavours whilst subtle use of new French and American oak has added background depth and complexity.
Named after Trevor Mast’s four daughters, the Four Sisters range of premium quality wines consists of Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Chardonnay and Merlot. The innovative label was originally created and designed by Trevor’s eldest daughter, Daliah.
