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
Jackson Triggs Proprietors' Grand Reserve Chardonnay 2008, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.95
This Niagara Chardonnay has spent 8 months in new oak and that style is quite prevalent in the vanilla and almond extract notes but these characteristics are balance by some nice tropical fruit and good acidity. This is a big wine and a rare opportunity where a white will also benefit from decanting. Let it breath for an hour. Very good.
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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St. Supéry Merlot 2007, Napa Valley
California, Usa$18.95
A full-bodied Merlot that surprisingly shows more earthiness than fruit on the nose; I like that. At 14.5%, the alcohol is not overbearing but rather is nicely integrated with the raspberry notes and hint of dry cocoa powder on the finish.
3.5 Stars
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Cave Spring Estate Bottled Gewürztraminer 2009, VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$17.95
I’m a big fan of Gewurtz and here is yet another fine example from our own Niagara region. Classic in terms of aroma with lychee, lemon, and grapefruit tropics. Fairly sweet by comparison to the equivalent from Germany or Alsace but really quite nice and a slight effervescence adds to the spicy finish. (northof9finewine, March 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva 2006
Tuscany, Italy$34.95
A Chianti Classico Riserva wine by law, must age for at least two years in wood and another 3 months in the bottle prior to release. Monsanto can initially be somewhat acidic which is typical of the region but with a year or two in the cellar the pronounced black cherry and tannin structure will integrate nicely. If you open it now, try it with a tomato based pasta dish.
3.5 Stars
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Fontanafredda Briccotondo Barbera 2010, Doc Piedmont
Piedmont, Italy$15.95
Vibrant aromas of ripe raspberry and blueberry with an interesting earth-driven twist - leather perhaps. Exciting to taste: medium-body of chocolate and bright fruit in harmony. A solid example. Chill slightly before serving. Tasted July 2012.
3.5 Stars
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Ondarre Reserva 2004, Doca Rioja
Spain$18.95
I don't mind the slightly sour undertone here; reminds me of Chianti. Medium body with black cherry, currants, and the right amount of acidity to pair with a variety of food styles. (northof9finewine.com, June 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Loimer Grüner Veltliner Trocken 2009, Dac Kamptal
Austria$19.95
Compared to the taste profile, the nose here really is quite subdued; refreshing aromas of clean minerals and just a hint of lime. That all changes though with the first sip, which reveals a combination of citrus zest and a slightly dry herbal bitterness that works very well. Tasted Jan 2012.
3.5 Stars
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Domaine Allimant Laugner Muscat 2008, Ac Alsace
Alsace, France$17.95
This is a lovely wine. Delicate floral aromas, a touch of sweetness and nice acidity. Very light on the palate. At the Nov 6th, 2010 North of 9 pairing dinner, I suggested this with goat's cheese in Filo; the two complemented each other perfectly.
3.5 Stars
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Quinta Do Infantado Ruby Port, Doc Douro
Douro, Portugal$15.95
A lovely purple colour in the glass and surprisingly rich on the palate for an entry level style of port. When compared to many of the other rubies in this price category, this label shows very well indeed.
3.5 Stars
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