Vibrant citrus and pear, with some almond cookie worked in there. 4 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $12
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Wines that pair well with food
Casalnova Prosecco (Italy)
Bursting with pear, dried banana and mango, this tropical delight seduced everyone who tried it. Although it has some sweetness, it’s light, balanced and invigorating. 4.5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=3 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $15
... Read More »Hahn 2004 Meritage Central Coast
Perky with black pepper and soft, mellow cherry. Good value.4 stars out of 5. Sweetness=1 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $16
... Read More »Schramsberg 2003 Brut Rosé
Dry yet fabulously fruity with vibrant strawberry, elegant cherry, and a dash of all spice. Sounds odd, but it works. 4.5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $36
... Read More »Schramsberg J Schram 1999
Their signature high-end wine, the ones all the grapes yearn to be. Soft, creamy and absolutely dreamy. Very dry. Baked bread, tart green apple and some tropical fruit seduce your tongue. Flawless wine. Expensive, but worth it. 5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=1 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $80
... Read More »Long Shadows 2004 Sequel Syrah Columbia Valley (Washington)
Soft and silky like that negligee every woman loves. Gorgeous, roasted black cherry and elegant blueberry seduce your palate into submission. Amazing, amazing wine but might be hard to find. Worth every penny of $55. 5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=1 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $55
... Read More »BV 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford (California)
Smoky, dusty, elegant cab with some gutsy tannins to it. Dark fruit like currants, prunes and some lighter blackberry flavors. Not for the wine weak of heart — let it breathe in a glass for an hour before drinking. 4 stars out of 5. Sweetness=1 out of 10 (dry to
... Read More »2004 Ridge Zinfandel Ponzo Vineyards (California)
Like a cute, fun girl at fancy soirée. Bright, fun raspberry jam with tart acidity. Silky and elegant on the finish. 4 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $23
... Read More »Hedges Family Estate 2004 CMS Red Blend Columbia Valley (Washington)
CMS stands for Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah. This one has bright, fun raspberry and cherry with some spicy black pepper. Great value. 4 stars out of 5. Sweetness=1 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $12
... Read More »Duo 2003 Cabernet Merlot Maipo Valley
Deceivingly like an expensive Napa cab disguised in a bottle from Chile. Smooth, easy-drinking black cherry, eucalyptus, tobacco, wet dirt, with an odd finish of tart cherry jolly rancher. 3.5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $16
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