Tasting Notes: A slightly acidic syrah with very subtle hints of blueberry. Bland nose. Somewhat harsh start with a smoother finish. Lacking in character.
Overall Rating: 73
Food Pairing: Best with basic foods with not much spice.
Appellation: Monterey, CA
Winery: Monterra
Price: ?
Availability: Everywhere
VERY interesting Merlot, like no other I ever tried. Very rich
Very fruity. Friend of mine picked a strong “thai stick” nose
after 30 mins decantered. Fruit bomb? Most likely!
WS 88 points, my rating 91 points.
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Good representative of Tuscany wines, fully matured, soft tanins, nice, balanced acidity
Drink it now, the wine is near or at it’s peak.
Solid 92 points
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2000 WAS a hard year to make wine.
I like Caymus since it was introduced it to us, with 1997 Cab,
2000 is not up to par, too sweet.
But…one can still recognize the Caymus class in the wine making despite the hard year. I rate it 89 and will gladly have it again, despite some extra sweetness.
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Tasting Notes: A simple cabernet with a fruity flavor. Has some smoky tones and light tannins.
Overall Rating: 80
Food Pairing: A good everyday table wine. Compliments basic red meats with not much spice.
Appellation: Chile
Winery: Santa Rita
Price: $7.99
Availability: Everywhere
Tasting Notes: A bright, clear, fruity chardonnay with heavy notes of apple and hints of pear and citrus. Not very oaky. Easy to drink. Clean finish.
Overall Rating: 82
Food Pairing: Good for just sipping. Goes well with light appetizers or chicken.
Appellation: California
Winery: Fetzer Vineyards
Price: $7.99
Availability: Everywhere
Tasting Notes: Big, fruity nose which is matched on the palate. Flavors of bluerry/blackberry with hints of spices. The cabernet dominates at 70% of the blend. The smoothness makes it feel more like a merlot. The finish is long as expected.
Overall Rating: 84
Food Pairing: Best with highly spiced and flavorful foods. Would go great with marinated and grilled red meats.
Appellation: Australia
Winery: Casella Estate
Price: $6.99
Availability: Everywhere
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