Bodega Numanthia 2005 “Termes” Toro
Sure, the mortgage-necessitating Termanthia may get all the fame. Its fans (and we count ourselves among them) absolutely adore the Numanthia bottling, but for the price, you’ll have a hard time …
Month: December 2010
Fonseca 10 Year Old Tawny Port
You might think of Port as a cold-weather treat, but it’s really appropriate throughout the year. The trick right now is to put the slightest hint of a chill on it. …
Lail Vineyards 2005 “Blueprint” Red
Lail’s J. Daniel Cuvée is one of the legends of California. The only problem is that it’ll set you back a beautiful penny. This is what makes the “Blueprint” proprietary blend …
Tablas Creek 2007 Cotes de Tablas Blanc
And speaking of great white Rhones, check out this one from what many consider to be the first family of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, the Perrins of famous Chateau de Beaucastel. This Paso Robles …
Benedicte De Rycke 2004 Jasnieres, France
Sometimes, you have to go for the wine equivalent of a guitar solo. This wine waft hits your nose like a fistful of irises and warm earth. On the tongue, a …
Mas Donis 2003 Barrica, Montsant
From the Capcanes cooperative in the Montsant region of Catalonia, this straightforward blend of 80% old vines Garnacha and 20% Syrah is a deep purple color that thins out to light …
Manga del Brujo 2007 Red, Cataluyd
Mostly old vine Grenache, this is loaded with rich fruit, cream, and a hint of iron and soy. Aromas of smoke and lavender seal the deal on this rich but complicated …
Kris 2006 Merlot, Alto Adige
Dark and smokey fruit in a lighter style red. One of the most balanced wines in this price range I have tasted recently.