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morrison reviewed Loimer Gruner Veltliner Weinland Osterreich 2006 on September 3, 2007 Exactly how I like my Gruner... cheap and tasty. Pear, lemon, lime and a prominent acidity. Refreshing! |
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morrison reviewed Crios de Susana Balbo Torrontes Valle de Cafayate 2006 on July 24, 2007 A tasty wine that's crisp and super floral. I'll definitely buy this again. |
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morrison reviewed Carlos Aranda Pedro Ximénez Mendoza 2006 on July 24, 2007 Dull nose of citrus zest. High acidity, with citrus and floral notes. Good, simple wine for barbecue or salads. |
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morrison reviewed Adelsheim Vineyard Pinot Blanc Willamette Valley 2005 on February 5, 2007 Floral and herbaceous on the nose - almost like a Spring Walk. Dry with sweet fruits like kiwi and leechy on the palate. The lasting impression from this wine is its smooth finish. A good aperitif with scallops or a salad. |
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morrison reviewed Adelsheim Vineyard Elizabeth's Reserve Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2005 on February 5, 2007 This, in my opinion, was not a wine that is typical of Adelsheim. It was flabby, one-dimensional and just plain uninteresting, much like Pinots I have tasted from lesser wine regions (such as the NY Finger Lakes). I\'m willing to give Adelsheim another chance... but I\'ll be cautious about my next purchase. |
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morrison reviewed Whitman Cellars Viognier Walla Walla Valley 2005 on February 5, 2007 Pineapple, grapefruit, caramel and a suprising amount of vanilla. I prefer Viognier that is aged in neutral French oak instead of new French oak barrels, but maybe that\'s just me. Still, it\'s great to see Washington wineries branching out the Rhone whites. |
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morrison reviewed Whitman Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Walla Walla Valley 2002 on February 5, 2007 This Cab tasted just like the other two Whitman Cellars reds that I tasted, except with less earthiness. The flavors were good, with a profile of super-extracted black cherry, blackberry and dried currant with chocolate, caramel and smoke. But this wine tasted too manipulated, the extraction level was too high and it just didn\'t taste unique. Drink now. |
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morrison reviewed Whitman Cellars Merlot Walla Walla Valley 2003 on February 5, 2007 Stewed blueberry, huge amounts of fresh tobacco, high alcohol, super extracted fruits and chocolate. I liked this Merlot a lot, and felt that the tobacco notes were really indicative of a Walla Walla Merlot. One of the few Washington wines I\'ve tasted recently that taste like they were from Washington (i.e. not trying to be something they\'re not). My only complaint was that the wine was too extracted. |
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morrison reviewed Whitman Cellars Narcissa Red Walla Walla Valley 2003 on February 5, 2007 This is a nice mixed berry blend, much like the Mixed Berry blend from Juicy Juice, which also shows pepper, tobacco, autumn spices and oak. I think this Red is worth the money. |
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morrison reviewed Roger Lassarat Pouilly-Fuissé 2004 on February 1, 2007 Round melon and citrus and smooth body with subtle toast notes yet minimal vanilla (that\'s a good thing in my opinion). Pronounced yet balanced slate and minerals. A good example of Pouilly-Fuisse. |
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morrison reviewed Izadi Rioja Crianza 2003 on January 22, 2007 This was a good Tempranillo, much like the California Merlots I used to drink, which were great with Tuesday night dinner with the family. The fruits included pomegranate, blueberries and bing cherries with notes of tobacco, cedar and cinnamon. The finish was all oak -- hefty tannins that left me licking my chops just to get a little saliva back. |
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morrison reviewed Domaine Lucien Crochet Sancerre 2004 on January 22, 2007 I like the fresh acidity shown through the lemon and grapefruit notes on this wine. It also shows pronounced minerality, with subtle notes of fleur de sel and Bucheron. Great with pasta topped with goat cheese and spinach. |
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morrison reviewed Morgan Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands Garys' Vineyard 2003 on December 30, 2006 Loved this wine. Finally, a real California Pinot Noir. I thought they didn\'t exist anymore now that all Pinots are super-extracted, high alcohol Zinfandel wannabes. True to Pinot in flavor, texture and aroma. |
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morrison reviewed Owen Roe Ex Umbris Syrah Columbia Valley 2004 on September 7, 2005 Great fruit concentration with hints of grilled eggplant, smoke and a peppery finish. Well worth the price. |
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morrison reviewed Domaine le Clos de Caveau Vacqueyras 2001 on April 2, 2006 This was great - a little barnyardy, but ideal with the lamb steaks I had marinated in olive oil, garlic and rosemary for dinner. |
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morrison reviewed Woodward Canyon Merlot Columbia Valley 2001 on December 13, 2005 "The nose alone was enough to keep me coming back for more." You took the words right out of my mouth. Supple, smooth and delicious. |
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morrison reviewed José Michel and Fils Champagne Brut NV on November 4, 2005 Crisp, crisp green apple. The best fruit profile I've ever experienced from a sparkling wine. Great stuff. |
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morrison reviewed Mumm Napa Blanc de Noirs Napa Valley NV on November 4, 2005 Lovely salmon color with notes of green apple, pear and a rich creaminess. |
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morrison reviewed Luis Pato Vinho Tinto Vinhas Velhas Beiras 1999 on October 13, 2005 The nose says, "Cheese, cheese and more cheese." And I loved it. I found this at a wine bar and it was lovely with our cheese plate of Stilton and Humbolt Fog. Wow. Complex, integrated, cheesy, smoky, and great berry flavors. For $24 it was a damn fine wine. |
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morrison reviewed Domaine Lafond Roc-Epine Lirac Blanc 2004 on September 27, 2005 Super steely with melon, orange and lemon notes. Good, but I'm not sure that I'd pay $17. Maybe $13. But it was fun to try a Lirac. |
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morrison reviewed Bogle Vineyards Petite Syrah California 2003 on September 18, 2005 Deep, almost jammy fruits with a spicy finish. For $9? Why not! |
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morrison reviewed Loimer Lois Grüner Veltliner 2004 on September 18, 2005 A lot like lime soda, but not as fizzy. Crips and quite good! |
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morrison reviewed Brander Sauvignon Blanc Santa Ynez Valley 2004 on August 1, 2005 With every Brander I taste I become more and more impressed. Zippy melon, lovely lime and a lush body. Great summer wine! |
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morrison reviewed Brander Sauvignon Blanc au Naturel 2002 on August 1, 2005 Wow. Peach, orange and lime with a light frizzante. This may be the most ideal summer wine, and it's pretty cheap considering. $29? Looks like I need to buy more. |
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morrison reviewed Bethel Heights Vineyard Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Southeast Block Reserve 2002 on July 23, 2005 Friends told me about this wine, and I agree with the Winegeeks review. Stellar stuff. Even at $38 it's definitely worth buying by the case. |
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morrison reviewed Kurt Darting Rieslaner Auslese Pfalz Dürkheimer Nonnengarten 2001 on July 20, 2005 Amazing honeysuckle makes this a Darling of a wine. Great peach and apricot flavors carry throughout. Wonderful balance. Can hang another 8 years, but is drinking nicely now. |
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morrison reviewed Sandeman Founders Reserve Porto NV on July 13, 2005 Decent, but there are better ports on the market at the same price. |
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morrison reviewed Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages 2003 on July 12, 2005 I purchased two bottles of this Beaujolais and it was corked both times. I've never had a problem with other vintages of Louis Jadot Beaujolais, so I was surprised to find this problem back-to-back. |
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morrison reviewed Liberty School Central Coast Chardonnay 2002 on June 29, 2005 Good. Let it warm up a bit and the toasty characteristics really come out. |
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morrison reviewed Louis Latour Mâcon-Villages Chameroy 2002 on June 4, 2005 Nothing more than a glassful of apple juice (I couldn't discern whether it's Motts or Minute Maid). At least it's easy to drink and a good price. |
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morrison reviewed Labouré-Roi Montagny 1er Cru 2002 on May 12, 2005 Super creamy and missing the complexities I was hoping for out of a 1er Cru. Especially from the phenomenal 2002 vintage. Good, but not great. |