Wine Review Weekly
June 16, 2008
Very thorough piece on Clos du Val winery in Bloomberg News this week by John Mariani, with praise for the restrained and balanced winemaking style. In the San Jose Mercury News, columnist Laurie Daniel reviews many Pinot Noir wines from the Central Otago region of New Zealand, and finds much to like. And the Malbec wines of Argentina are praised for quality and value by Eric Asimov in the New York Times. John Gillespie
Baltimore Sun: Wine writer Michael Dresser picks Graham 10 Year Tawny Port.
Cleveland Plain Dealer: Staff writer Donald Rosenberg picks Olympic Cellars Winery 'Go Girl' Red.
Washington Times: Wine columnist Paul Lukacs selects Ruffino Chianti Classico 'Riserva Ducale' 2005.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Wine columnist Richard Kinssies selects L'Ecole No. 41 'Walla Voila' Chenin Blanc 2007.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine columnist Bob Hosmon picks Marilyn Merlot 2006.
New York Times: Wine writer Howard Goldberg's under $20 selection is Croft Pink.
Philadelphia Inquirer: Staff writer Craig LaBan suggests Vall Lach Embruix 2004.
Dallas Morning News: Wine columnist Rebecca Murphy picks Palagetto Vernaccia di San Gimignano 2007.
New York Times: Wine columnist Eric Asimov on Malbec wines from Argentina. Lots of nice things to say about the evolution of quaity and the value offered by these wines. Top choice in tasting is Hacienda del Plata Mendoza Zagal 2004.
Wall Street Journal: Wine columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher on Arneis wines from Italy. Best in tasting (and best value) is deemed to be Marco Porello 'Camestri' 2007.
Business Week: Wine critic Robert Parker on the wines of Cliff Lede in Napa Valley. Highest rating is for the Cabernet Sauvignon 'Poetry' Stag's Leap 2005.
Bloomberg News Service: Wine columnist John Mariani profiles the Clos du Val winery in Napa Valley. Much praise for the elegant style, with nice comments on several wines, especially the Stag's Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2004.
Newsday: Staff writer Peter Gianotti recommends Chablis wines for summer enjoyment. All the recommended wines are from Drouhin, including the Chablis 2006, Domaine de Vaudon 2006, Premier Cru Chablis 2006, Sechers 2005, Montmains 2005, Vaudesir Grand Cru 2005, and Les Clos Grand Cru 2005.
USA Today: Wine columnist Jerry Shriver recommends Vina Calina Alcance Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Museum Temparnillo Crianza 2003, Altanuta Pinot Grigio 2007, and Jaboulet 'Parallele 45' Cotes du Rhone 2006.
Newark Star-Ledger: Wine writer T.J. Foderaro answers reader questions. Along the way, a recommendation for Colome Torrontes 2007.
San Francisco Chronicle: The Chronicle tasting panel reviews California wines made with red Bordeaux varietals. Highest ratings go to Verite Le Desir Sonoma County 2004, Signorello Vineyards Padrone Napa Valley 2005, Quintessa Rutherford Red Wine 2005, and Chimney Rock Elevage Stag's Leap District Red Wine 2005.
Sacramento Bee: Wine columnist Mike Dunne on wineries in the Sacramento area. Focus is on wines recently winning awards, with mentions for dozens of these, including wines from Michael-David Winery, Conti Estate, Grace Patriot Wines, Lava Cap, Deaver Vineyard, Montevina, Sobon Estate, and Mount Aukum Winery.
San Jose Mercury News: Wine columnist Laurie Daniel on Pinot Noir wines from the Central Otago region of New Zealand. Lots to like, with nice comments for offerings from Felton Road, Olssens Garden Vineyard, Mt. Difficulty, Roaring Meg, Quartz Reef, Rippon Vineyard, Valli Gibbston, Peregrine, Amisfield, and Shaky Bridge.
San Diego Union Tribune: Wine columnist Robert Whitley on the resurgence of Kendall-Jackson in wine tasting competitions. Nice comments on several wines, including the Jackson Estates Grown Grand Reserve Chardonnay 2006. Also, a high score is given this week to Marc Kreydenweiss Andlau Riesling 2006.
Washington Post: Wine writers Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg on sparkling wines for celebrations. Nice comments for La Caravelle Premier Cru Brut, Pol Roger Brut 1998, Champagne Henriot Cuvee des Enchanteleurs 1995 (and Henriot Brut Millesime 1996), Mumm Cuvee R. Lalou 1998, Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs Brut 2005, Lucien Albrecht Blanc de Blancs Brut, and Banrock Station Sparkling Chardonnay. Karen's choice is Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut, while Andrew favors Schramsberg Brut Rose 2005.
Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Dale Robertson on ingredient labeling of wine. Focus is on Bonny Doon, with examples of Ca' del Solo Albarino 2007 (and Muscat 2007) cited. Also, recommendation from local wine expert for Leone d'Almerita.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Wine writer Gil Kulers on new wines from Spain. Lots of praise for the evolution of quality in several regions. Highest rating is given to Vall Llach Idus 2005.
Arizona Republic: Wine columnist Mark Tarbell offers tasting notes on wines for summer sipping. Top rated selections are Mulderbosch Rose of Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Man Vintners Chenin Blanc 2007, and Francis Ford Coppola Presents Bianco Pinot Grigio 2006.
Minneapolis Star Tribune: Wine writer Bill Ward on vintners with a connection to Minnesota, including the late Robert Mondavi. Wine recommendation this week is for Le Cadeau 'Cote Est' Pinot Noir 2005.
Dallas Morning News: Staff writer Tina Danze on Vinho Verde wines. Recommendations for Famega Caves de Cerca, Casal Garcia Vinho Verde, and Quinta da Aveleda Alvarinho 2006.
Denver Post: Wine columnist Tara Q. Thomas offers wine pairings for Vietnamese food. Recommended white wines are Colombelle Vin de Pays des Cotes de Gascogne White, Gazela Vinho Verde, La Petite Frog Picpoul de Pinet, Segura Viudas Cava Brut, and Three Thieves Bandit Pinot Grigio. Red wines suggested are Banrock Station Shiraz, J. Lohr Monterey Wildflower Valdiguie, Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon, Protocolo Red 2006, and Santa Julia Mendoza Malbec.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine writer Bob Hosmon on rose wines. Favored are Chateau d'Aqueria Tavel Rose 2007, Louis Jadot Beaujolais Rose 2007, Gran Feudo Rosado 2007, and Wild Rock Vin Gris Rose 2007.
Miami Herald: Wine columnist Fred Tasker on Italian vintner Pietro Ratti. Best comments are for the Renato Ratti Dolcetto d'Alba Colombe 2007, and Renato Ratti Barolo Marcenasco 2004. On another page, recommendation for Barefoot Wine Pinot Grigio as a bargain.
Nashville Tennessean: Wine columnist Frank Sutherland on sparkling rose wines. Top choice is Kriter Rose NV.
Chicago Tribune: Wine reporter Bill Daley on wines for Father's Day giving. Local Chicago area experts recommend many, including Chateau Lascombes 2005, Rare Wine Company Bual (and Sercial) Madeira, Burmester's 20 Year Old Tawny Port, Raymond Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, and Jim Jim Shiraz. Also mentioned are wines bearing the name of sports icons such as Greg Norman, Bobby Hull, Ernie Banks, and Mike Ditka.
Baltimore Sun: Wine writer Michael Dresser picks Graham 10 Year Tawny Port.
Cleveland Plain Dealer: Staff writer Donald Rosenberg picks Olympic Cellars Winery 'Go Girl' Red.
Washington Times: Wine columnist Paul Lukacs selects Ruffino Chianti Classico 'Riserva Ducale' 2005.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Wine columnist Richard Kinssies selects L'Ecole No. 41 'Walla Voila' Chenin Blanc 2007.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine columnist Bob Hosmon picks Marilyn Merlot 2006.
New York Times: Wine writer Howard Goldberg's under $20 selection is Croft Pink.
Philadelphia Inquirer: Staff writer Craig LaBan suggests Vall Lach Embruix 2004.
Dallas Morning News: Wine columnist Rebecca Murphy picks Palagetto Vernaccia di San Gimignano 2007.
New York Times: Wine columnist Eric Asimov on Malbec wines from Argentina. Lots of nice things to say about the evolution of quaity and the value offered by these wines. Top choice in tasting is Hacienda del Plata Mendoza Zagal 2004.
Wall Street Journal: Wine columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher on Arneis wines from Italy. Best in tasting (and best value) is deemed to be Marco Porello 'Camestri' 2007.
Business Week: Wine critic Robert Parker on the wines of Cliff Lede in Napa Valley. Highest rating is for the Cabernet Sauvignon 'Poetry' Stag's Leap 2005.
Bloomberg News Service: Wine columnist John Mariani profiles the Clos du Val winery in Napa Valley. Much praise for the elegant style, with nice comments on several wines, especially the Stag's Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2004.
Newsday: Staff writer Peter Gianotti recommends Chablis wines for summer enjoyment. All the recommended wines are from Drouhin, including the Chablis 2006, Domaine de Vaudon 2006, Premier Cru Chablis 2006, Sechers 2005, Montmains 2005, Vaudesir Grand Cru 2005, and Les Clos Grand Cru 2005.
USA Today: Wine columnist Jerry Shriver recommends Vina Calina Alcance Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Museum Temparnillo Crianza 2003, Altanuta Pinot Grigio 2007, and Jaboulet 'Parallele 45' Cotes du Rhone 2006.
Newark Star-Ledger: Wine writer T.J. Foderaro answers reader questions. Along the way, a recommendation for Colome Torrontes 2007.
San Francisco Chronicle: The Chronicle tasting panel reviews California wines made with red Bordeaux varietals. Highest ratings go to Verite Le Desir Sonoma County 2004, Signorello Vineyards Padrone Napa Valley 2005, Quintessa Rutherford Red Wine 2005, and Chimney Rock Elevage Stag's Leap District Red Wine 2005.
Sacramento Bee: Wine columnist Mike Dunne on wineries in the Sacramento area. Focus is on wines recently winning awards, with mentions for dozens of these, including wines from Michael-David Winery, Conti Estate, Grace Patriot Wines, Lava Cap, Deaver Vineyard, Montevina, Sobon Estate, and Mount Aukum Winery.
San Jose Mercury News: Wine columnist Laurie Daniel on Pinot Noir wines from the Central Otago region of New Zealand. Lots to like, with nice comments for offerings from Felton Road, Olssens Garden Vineyard, Mt. Difficulty, Roaring Meg, Quartz Reef, Rippon Vineyard, Valli Gibbston, Peregrine, Amisfield, and Shaky Bridge.
San Diego Union Tribune: Wine columnist Robert Whitley on the resurgence of Kendall-Jackson in wine tasting competitions. Nice comments on several wines, including the Jackson Estates Grown Grand Reserve Chardonnay 2006. Also, a high score is given this week to Marc Kreydenweiss Andlau Riesling 2006.
Washington Post: Wine writers Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg on sparkling wines for celebrations. Nice comments for La Caravelle Premier Cru Brut, Pol Roger Brut 1998, Champagne Henriot Cuvee des Enchanteleurs 1995 (and Henriot Brut Millesime 1996), Mumm Cuvee R. Lalou 1998, Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs Brut 2005, Lucien Albrecht Blanc de Blancs Brut, and Banrock Station Sparkling Chardonnay. Karen's choice is Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut, while Andrew favors Schramsberg Brut Rose 2005.
Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Dale Robertson on ingredient labeling of wine. Focus is on Bonny Doon, with examples of Ca' del Solo Albarino 2007 (and Muscat 2007) cited. Also, recommendation from local wine expert for Leone d'Almerita.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Wine writer Gil Kulers on new wines from Spain. Lots of praise for the evolution of quality in several regions. Highest rating is given to Vall Llach Idus 2005.
Arizona Republic: Wine columnist Mark Tarbell offers tasting notes on wines for summer sipping. Top rated selections are Mulderbosch Rose of Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Man Vintners Chenin Blanc 2007, and Francis Ford Coppola Presents Bianco Pinot Grigio 2006.
Minneapolis Star Tribune: Wine writer Bill Ward on vintners with a connection to Minnesota, including the late Robert Mondavi. Wine recommendation this week is for Le Cadeau 'Cote Est' Pinot Noir 2005.
Dallas Morning News: Staff writer Tina Danze on Vinho Verde wines. Recommendations for Famega Caves de Cerca, Casal Garcia Vinho Verde, and Quinta da Aveleda Alvarinho 2006.
Denver Post: Wine columnist Tara Q. Thomas offers wine pairings for Vietnamese food. Recommended white wines are Colombelle Vin de Pays des Cotes de Gascogne White, Gazela Vinho Verde, La Petite Frog Picpoul de Pinet, Segura Viudas Cava Brut, and Three Thieves Bandit Pinot Grigio. Red wines suggested are Banrock Station Shiraz, J. Lohr Monterey Wildflower Valdiguie, Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon, Protocolo Red 2006, and Santa Julia Mendoza Malbec.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine writer Bob Hosmon on rose wines. Favored are Chateau d'Aqueria Tavel Rose 2007, Louis Jadot Beaujolais Rose 2007, Gran Feudo Rosado 2007, and Wild Rock Vin Gris Rose 2007.
Miami Herald: Wine columnist Fred Tasker on Italian vintner Pietro Ratti. Best comments are for the Renato Ratti Dolcetto d'Alba Colombe 2007, and Renato Ratti Barolo Marcenasco 2004. On another page, recommendation for Barefoot Wine Pinot Grigio as a bargain.
Nashville Tennessean: Wine columnist Frank Sutherland on sparkling rose wines. Top choice is Kriter Rose NV.
Chicago Tribune: Wine reporter Bill Daley on wines for Father's Day giving. Local Chicago area experts recommend many, including Chateau Lascombes 2005, Rare Wine Company Bual (and Sercial) Madeira, Burmester's 20 Year Old Tawny Port, Raymond Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, and Jim Jim Shiraz. Also mentioned are wines bearing the name of sports icons such as Greg Norman, Bobby Hull, Ernie Banks, and Mike Ditka.
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