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
Hardys Stamp Series Riesling Gewurztraminer 2011, Southeastern Australia
Australia$9.95
Always a pleasure to sip and simply unavoidable at this price. A nice balance of sweetness and acidity. The Gewürztraminer adds an element of spice to the off dry character of the Riesling. Tasted July 2012.
3.0 Stars
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Brokenwood Cricket Pitch 2009, South Eastern Australia
Australia$19.95
Bright, juicy, and fresh. A medium-bodied blend of Cab. Sauv, Merlot, and Shiraz that shows aromas of blueberry, raspberry and dried leaves. Nowhere near as heavy as so many Aussie efforts, and actually a refreshing change. The package finishes with just a hint of sweetness. A pleasant red to sip on its own or to pair with burgers / ribs on the bbq as the weather warms up. Tasted March 2012.
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Pierre Sparr Réserve Pinot Gris 2009, Ac Alsace
Alsace, France$14.95
One of the better Pinot Gris products that I have tasted recently. Aromas of very ripe stone fruit such as apricot and peach followed by a rather full mouth-feel due to the lower than expected minerality. The finish brings to mind interesting tastes of orange creamsicle – remember buying those from the Dickey Dee guy? Tasted May 2012.
3.0 Stars
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Tommasi Arele Appassimento 2009, Igt Veronese
Veneto, Italy$18.95
By dehydrating the fruit (appassimento), much of the water content is removed resulting in a wine of higher concentration. The most famous example of this style is Amarone which is dried for several months. Tommasi has used a shorter duration of appassimento for their Arele and for only a portion of the fruit in this blend of Corvina Veronese, Rondinella, Oseleta and Merlot. The culmination exhibits a wonderful juicy sweet cherry and chocolate core followed by hints of red apple skin and spice notes on the finish. At a fraction of the price of the great Amarone, this is ready to drink, though I did find it even better the next day. Decant 1-2 hrs before and serve slightly chilled. Tasted April 2012.
3.0 Stars
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Escondido Tempranillo 2009, Do Ribera Del Duero
Spain$14.95
Aromas of stewed fruit and a hint of pine sap – interesting. Very dry to taste and not nearly as jammy as the nose might suggest. The pine reflects a slight greenness on the palate with dark berries and licorice/molasses on the finish. Tasted Aug 2012.
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Darting Dürkheimer Nonnengarten Gewürztraminer Kabinett 2011, Deutscher Prädikatswein
Pfalz, Germany$17.95
Ripe stone fruit with a creamy richness; stewed peaches, lychee(ish), and a hint of spice that grabs you mid-palate. The 10.5% alc/vol allows for the residual sweetness and there is the slightest amount of effervescence, though barely detectable in terms of texture. A touch more acidity would benefit, but this suffices nicely as a light, simple, and unassuming sipper. Serve well chilled. Tasted Sept 2012.
3.0 Stars
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De Bortoli Emeri Pink Moscato, South Eastern Australia
Australia$16.99
This just might be the perfect wine for Mother’s Day. A mix of strawberries and ginger ale on the nose followed by a refreshingly light and uplifting palate of candied cherry and lemon notes. The alcohol is only 8% so you can sip this fizzy rosé all afternoon. Oie! with a delicate touch.
Tasted May 2012.
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Donatien Bahuaud Les Grands Mortiers Vouvray 2008, Ac
Loire, France$17.95
Don’t be put off by the complexity of the name; Vouvray (the place) and the Chenin Blanc (the grape) are two of France’s best kept secrets. Some examples are dry (sec) though this one is off-dry (demi-sec) and will pair perfectly with a dish with some zip or even its own as an aperitif. Don’t over chill it.
2.5 Stars
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A By Acacia Pinot Noir 2008, California
California, Usa$16.95
I made the false assumption that this was a high octane, new-world, jammy wine but the colour, nose, and palate of this Californian effort all hint at something else: Expect down-to-earth tones such as mushroom and underbrush plus cinnamon spice and cherry. This Pinot will appeal to a variety of personal tastes.
2.5 Stars
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Henry Of Pelham Estate Gamay 2008, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$11.25
Another good label to have on hand when friends stop by for an impromptu visit. Light, refreshing, think Beaujolais characteristics. What strikes me the most about this wine though, is the slight tingle on the tongue year after year; carbonic maceration perhaps?
2.5 Stars
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