This wine has a floral nose and a fruity palate. Pear and tropical fruits lead the pleasant palate, but it falls down with an astringent finish. Drink it with stuffed flounder. WHO: Clos LaChance WHAT: Viognier WHERE: Santa Clara County,-read more-
Grenache Blanc is most commonly found in Rhône blends. Here it appears as a single varietal wine. Alcohol seems a touch high for this varietal, at 13.5%, but it is not obtrusive. It has the varietally classic dill flavor over-read more-
Grenache Blanc is most commonly found in Rhône blends. Here it appears as a single varietal wine. Alcohol seems a touch high for this varietal, at 13.5%, but it is not obtrusive. It has the varietally classic dill flavor over-read more-
In the glass this wine shows a dark purplish red colour, in the nose aromas of violets and raspberry, in the mouth a strong acidity and freshness. It’s tannic and young, with a fine character, a typical young Terrano. WHO:-read more-
Tasting this unwooded Chardonnay ignited an instant craving for oysters, scallops, and any other sea creature that comes from a shell. The searing acidity, crisp citrus fruit, green apple and peach are balanced with a round full mouth feel from-read more-
Very ripe pears on the nose when cold. As it warms to drinking temperature, there's a floral overlay in both nose and flavor. Tastes deep and toasty, with elements of perry (pear cider) followed by a finish with some nice-read more-
Sweetly fruited, peach blossom aromas and flavors. A slightly nutty finish, opening to sherry-like taste in the glass. Could work with Asian foods as well as dishes from the hearty, peasant-based native Fruili cuisine. WHO: Bastianich Adriatico WHAT: Friulano WHERE:-read more-
Very typical aromas and flavors, heavy in the sense of earthy, almost oxidized flavors, with green fruits most apparent. Pairs well with medium to hearty foods. WHO: Bastianich Adriatico WHAT: Ribolla WHERE: Friuli, Italy WHEN: 2009 HOW MUCH: $19.99 (Media-read more-