Tyler Philp
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Tyler is a member of the Wine Writers' Circle of Canada and the Guild of Sommeliers. He writes about and reviews wine both online and via a variety of circulating publications.
In 2009 Tyler founded a free online wine education resource where he publishes his Thoughts, Theory, and Recommendations.
In the pages below, you will find a summary of my tasting notes to supplement much of the written material that I provide. Should I taste a wine and subsequently review that label, I do so because it offers something unique or of interest such as noted varietal or regional character.
My written articles and educational resource material can be found at www.tylerphilp.com and here at WineAlign via the CRU page.
For additional vinous related information and learning, follow on Twitter @TylerOnWine
Reviews
Allegrini Palazzo Della Torre 2004, Igt Veronese
Veneto, Italy$24.95
Found this buried in the cellar and opened it without a great deal of thought. As a big fan of Allegeini's La Grola label, I blindly expected this to reflect a similar character. The Palazzo della Torre a much bigger wine in terms aroma and flavour intensity. Loaded with extracted black fruit and jam-like richness, at 8 years it still has the ability to overpower. Decant before serving and hold newer vintages. Tasted Oct 2012
3.5 Stars
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Masi Costasera Amarone 2005, Venetia
Veneto, Italy$39.95
'Always good' is the best descriptor for Masi's Costasera. This one is not as robust as other vintages but still very much an enjoyable Amarone and certainly better than many of Masi's more expensive competitors. (Northof9finewine, April 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Veuve Clicquot Brut, Champagne, France
Champagne, France$86.80
The Clicquot Yellow label is made with 2/3 black fruit (Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier) and 1/3 white (Chardonnay) in a dry (Brut) style which is fairly typical in terms of traditional Champagne 'brands' and I've enjoyed this one countless times. Rumor has it though, that to keep up with demand, the house of Clicquot is now releasing this product into the market considerably earlier than in the past, which might explain a more pronounced level of acidity. I suggest cellaring this 750ml bottle for a year or two before opening. Cheers! (Northof9finewine, March 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Warre’s Otima 10 Year Old Port, Douro Valley (500ml)
Douro, Portugal$17.90
A very fair effort in terms of terms of 10 yr tawnies. A nice nuttiness mixed with apricots on the nose but a slight tang on the palate that fades with some air. Good sweetness and a nice round mouth feel. Better the next day. (northof9finewine, Feb 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Momo Sauvignon Blanc 2008, Marlborough, South Island
New Zealand$19.95
Sometimes I find NZ Sauv a bit too aggressive compared to the old-world style of Loire. But this example shows a good balance of fruit and acidity with exotic fruits and a lovely grassy character which works quite well. I enjoyed this. (Northof9finewine, April 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Domaine Grand Veneur Les Champauvins Côtes Du Rhône Villages 2007, Ac
Rhône, France$21.95
It needs some air; let it breath for an hour or so. Only then, does the tannic hold loosen its grip to reveal a softer wine with generous amounts of blackberry, plum and hints of dried red currant intermixed with earthy undertones. A slightly green herbal note lingers throughout. Tasted Nov 2011
3.5 Stars
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Malivoire Gewurztraminer 2008, VQA Beamsville Bench
Ontario, Canada$20.25
The Malivoire smelled of peaches and soap - in a good way and quite interesting at that; fuller in the mouth while still displaying the typical Gewurztraminer aroma and flavours profile; a bigger wine than most examples of the variety though a little flat on the mid-palate. On the whole, a nice wine with just a touch of effervescence. (northof9finewine, Feb 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Reichsgraf Von Kesselstatt Riesling Kabinett 2004, Qmp, Graacher Domprobst
Mosel, Germany$21.95
Lots of residual sugar here and quite sweet for a Kabinett; I'd of labelled it Spatlese had I not known otherwise. Lemon and pear on the nose followed by more of the same plus some peach and honey in terms of taste. Not as crisp as expected but still quite good. (northof9finewine, March 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Muskoka Lakes Winery Red Maple 2007 (375ml)
Ontario, Canada$24.95
I enjoyed this so much at our Thanksgiving feast that I wrote Muskoka Lakes a letter praising their effort.
To be very honest though, you'll either love this dessert wine or find it a bit too much and at the last North of 9 Pairing Dinner that was exactly what the group thought. Those who find it a bit too intense might try adding tonic water to create an aperitif style wine. I love it just the way it is though...
3.5 Stars
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Antinori Pèppoli Chianti Classico 2007, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$19.95
Modern Chianti; international style but very good. Easy to drink and reliable from one vintage to the next. Very pronounced fruit core and less of the sour cherry finish so typical of the region. (northof9finewine, Feb 2011)
3.5 Stars
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