Journeying through the vines to bring you unpretentious, honest, and fun wine reviews.
8.75/10 $26.95 Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Red Blend (Columbia Valley, USA). Deep purple colour. Full bodied and smooth. Rich and smoky, with tastes of plum and dark cherries. Pleasant level of acidity. A very well balanced yet bold and drinkable red that is quite the mouthful. I immediately can picture enjoying this one on... Continue Reading →
8.25/10 $15.95 Alamos Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina). Deep ruby in colour. Smells of strawberries oak and smoke. Dry (not overly) and full bodied. This is a warm juicy red with tastes of cherries and undertones of dark chocolate. Level of acidity is tolerable. Easy going and smooth, but has enough body and character that it's interesting.... Continue Reading →
6.5/10 $12.70 Santa Carolina Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Chile). Yellow in colour. Smells citrusy. Almost flat with a subtle sparkle. Dry and not overly acidic, but not smooth either. Has a lingering finish that sat on the back sides of my tongue, and did not taste desirable. Although this wine grew on me a bit over... Continue Reading →
5/10 $17.95 Ravens Wood Old Vine Zinfandel (California). Ruby auburn colour. Super ripe and fragrant. You can definitely detect the alcohol content here. I don't think I was prepared for the taste, but I knew I was in for something different by the smell. This dry red has a bold and unique flavour that is... Continue Reading →
7/10 $19.75 Fanti Rosso Di Montalcino (Italy). Clear ruby in colour. Oaky smell. Dry and medium bodied. Initially was spicy/smoky with prominent alcohol taste, then followed cherries and blackberries. This worked with the pulled beef tenderloin tacos we had for dinner, and the consensus was that this red would best be enjoyed with food rather... Continue Reading →
2/10 $13.45 Jacobs Creek Moscato (Australia). Pale yellow colour with a hint of lime hue. Smells fruity and floral. Subtle bubbles. Tastes very sweet, like a pear syrup, with an aftertaste that was less than desirable... I couldn't elaborate any further about this one, as I was really not feeling it and put the glass... Continue Reading →
8.25/10 $15.95 Three Thieves Cabernet Sauvignon (California). Deep crimson red. Smells of oak and cherries. Dry and medium/full bodied. Initially was notably acidic, but after a few minutes of being opened tasted super rich of plum and ripe blackberries, with a hint of chocolate. Very delicious on its own and would be the perfect companion... Continue Reading →
9/10 $29.95 Caves d'Esclans Whispering Angel Rose (France). Delicate strawberry scent with the most beautiful blush peach colour. Tastes floral and peachy with a hint of strawberry. Crisp, light and refreshing! Must enjoy chilled. I Initially kind-of purchased this one by accident... a store employee noted it's popularity and shared that a woman had come... Continue Reading →
7/10 $13.95 Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand). Yellow pear colour. Dry and medium bodied. Smells fruity and fresh. Clean citrus tasting and not overly sweet. Tropical hints of pineapple. Good with appetizers. Drinkable, but would not purchase myself.
7/10 $13.95 Reserva Castillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon (Chile). Deep purple crimson colour. Smells of plum and cherry. Dry and medium bodied. Pretty acidic at first sip, but as you get over that comes a warming, with tastes of more plum and cherries. Definitely tart with a subtle bitterness at the end. I've had this... Continue Reading →
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