Monday, October 18, 2010

Arthur Metz Gewurztraminer

Arthur MetZ Gewurztraminer
 
Vintage:2009
Grape Variety:  Gewurztraminer
Colour: Pale yellow
Aroma: Lychee, apple
Bouquet: Lychee, apple, sweet
Body: Crispy
Origin: Alsace, France
Price: $79
Enjoyed in October 2010
 
Rating:   VG     G    S    P     VP

Cono Sur Cabernet Sauvignon

Cono Sur Cabernet Sauvignon
 
Vintage:2009
Grape Variety:  Cabernet Sauvignon
Colour: Dark red with violet nuances
Aroma: Fresh black fruit, hint of spice
Bouquet: Cassis, plum, smoky
Finish: Round finish
Body: Medium
Origin: Valle Central, Chile
Price: $49
Enjoyed in October 2010
 
Rating:   VG     G    S    P     VP

Saturday, October 9, 2010

Angelique de Monbousquet

Angelique de Monbousquet
 
Vintage:2001
Grape Variety:  Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Color: Brick red
Aroma: Nicorice, honey, truffle, red berry
Bouquet: Red berry, nicorice, coffee, truffle, caramel
Finish: Long finish
Body: Medium
Origin: Saint-Emilion
Price: $180
Enjoyed in October 2010
 
Rating:   VG     G    S    P     VP

Remark: 2nd wine of Chateau Monbousquet

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Lauca Reserva Pinot Noir

Lauca Reserva
 
Vintage:2007
Grape Variety:  Pinot Noir
Color: Ruby red
Aroma: Red berry, pepper, dark chocolate
Bouquet: Red berry, dark chocolate, hint of spice
Finish: Medium
Body: Medium
Origin: Maule Valley, Chile
Price: $109
Enjoyed in October 2010
 
Rating:   VG     G     S     P     VP

Jacob's Creek Brut Cuvee

Jacob's Creek Brut Cuvee
 
Vintage: NV
Grape Variety:  Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Color: Golden yellow
Aroma: Fresh fruit
Bouquet: Green apple, lime, low acidity
Finish:Medium
Body:Light
Origin:Australia
Price: $88
Enjoyed in October 2010
 
Rating:   VG     G     S     P     VP

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

La Sirene de Giscour

La Sirene de Giscour
 
Vintage:1999
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, merlot 
Color: Brick red
Aroma: Fresh fruit, dark chocolate, cigar
Bouquet: Black fruit, plum, dark chocolate
Finish:Medium
Body:Medium
Origin:Margaux
Price: $280
Enjoyed in October 2010
 
Rating:   VG    G   S    P   VP

Remarks: 2nd wine of Chateau Giscour

Los Vascos

Los Vascos
 
Vintage: 2006
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 
Color: Dark red with violet nuances
Aroma: Fresh fruit, hint of spice, leather
Bouquet: Cassis, pepper, leather
Finish: Smooth, medium finish
Body: Full
Origin:Colchagua Chile
Price: $90
Enjoyed in October 2010
 
Rating:   VG    G   S    P   VP