Winegeeks Wine Reviews

Domaine de la Bastide de Michel Olivier C�tes du Lub�ron 2006

Vero posted a review:

This red wine of deep color and a nose of black fruit, blueberry and raspberry has a great freshness despite its intensity in the mouth. The wine is marked by round and soft tannins of extreme finesse. This is a great wine to be enjoyed now, however it can also be cellared for several years. Decanting shortly before serving will be beneficial.

Rating: 3.85 / 5.00

Alaia Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y Leon Rojo 2004

Ryansnyder posted a review:

I really enjoyed this red from Castilla y Leon. It's brambly, with fruit that rambled from stewed blueberry and baked plum to fresh Bing cherry. Notes of molasses, dark chocolate and potting soil highlight the eccentricity of this wine.

Rating: 4.05 / 5.00

Il Valore Chianti Riserva 2003 Italy

Justagrape posted a review:

So this wine had a lot of flowery aspects to it, that does not mean it is a little sissy. This wine could be like the small, undersized kid in your class that gets picked on by the school bully. That is, until he fights back and everyone finds out he is a third degree black belt in Karate. This wine definitely holds its own and can stand up for itself. http://www.justagrape.com/il-valore-chianti-riserva-italy-2003/

Rating: 3.60 / 5.00

Sunstone Winery California 2003

Drtimmers posted a review:

I was a BIG fan of Sunstone... since the early 90's, but visited the winery 5-5-08 to leave unsatisfied and truly revolted. Not only was the wine bad, but the staff.... from the pourers to the management was RUDE, ARROGANT, and lacked BASIC knowledge of the industry and least of all customer service.

Rating: 0.60 / 5.00

Domaine Labb� Vin de Savoie Abymes 2006

Ryansnyder posted a review:

This white from the Savoie region of France, and particularly the village of Abymes, features a crisp, fresh acidity with notes of peach, strawberry and lime. A touch of chalk and river stones soften the acidity, and the wine ends with a mid-finish. Very nice, especially for the price. Some will say to pair this with Thai, and I agree, but I think this is a perfect pairing with mac 'n' cheese!

Rating: 3.60 / 5.00

Domaine des Gerbeaux Pouilly-Fuiss� Terroir de Pouilly et Fuisse 2006

Vero posted a review:

This wine is made from a very strict selection of vines hand harvested from various parcels in the village of Fuisse and Pouilly. The vines are between 45 and 75 years old, thus bringing the wine a strong character and richness. This is a very mineral and elegant wine with a beautiful structure and fresh finish. Aged for 8 to 10 months in old and new French oak barrels. Best enjoyed within the next 3 to 5 years.

Rating: 4.40 / 5.00

Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Cuvee Terroir 2006

Vero posted a review:

A very fruit forward, soft, and exquisite wine. The grapes used to make this beautiful ruby colored wine, which smells of raspberries and blackberries, are gathered by hand. It is a truly well balanced wine, fruity and smooth, with just the right amount of tannins and a long finish in the mouth. Southeast hillside vineyards on granite soils Full stem fermented for 10 days and vnification in temperature controlled tank. This wine us a perfect companion to poultry and white meats. Drink within two years.

Rating: 3.85 / 5.00

Domaine de Caravinserail C�tes du Ventoux Infine 2006

Vero posted a review:

This pale yellow wine with bright tints offers up a mineral and appetizing nose with notes of white fruits and white flowers. The smooth and wide palate reveals the same flowery and citrus aromas with a nice freshness. White fruits such as pears and peaches are found on the finish. Serve at 48-50�F with cheese (goat), fish and/or seafood, Asian, or Creole cuisine, or simply with friends! 100% Concrete Tanks.

Rating: 3.80 / 5.00

Domaine de Caravinserail C�tes du Ventoux Infine 2006

Vero posted a review:

Packed with a marvelous concentration of plummy, spicy Grenache fruit and offset by the earthy edge of Syrah this is a robust, rounded, mouth-filling wine for immediate gratification. " The wine is ripe, firm and oodles of black cherry and spiced aromas from an unique region at the foot of Mont Ventoux."Serve at 61-64�F or slightly cold (57�F) in the summer. Drink now with red meat, game, and fresh cheeses. 100% Concrete Tanks.

Rating: 3.80 / 5.00

Domaine de Chateaumar C�tes du Rh�ne 100% single vineyard old vine Grenache on hillside vineyard facing south. 2006

Vero posted a review:

A true declassified Chateauneuf du Pape, the wine is a deep, nearly opaque purple, bringing confident aromas of raspberry, strawberry and blackberry to the nose, with eucalyptus, black pepper, licorice and floral notes. Touches of cinnamon and spice follow onto the medium to full-bodied juicy palate. The tannins are firm, ripe, and well integrated. It all makes for delicious fun.

Rating: 4.60 / 5.00