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
Langa Centenaria Garnacha 2006, Do Calatayud
Spain$12.75
Better the second day; seemed rather vacant straight out of the bottle. The next afternoon however, with some Italian sausage and crackers this Spanish number was quite enjoyable showing dusty tannins, a mix of blackberry and cassis with some chocolate notes; finishes quite dry. Certainly worth a try, but let it breath for a while. (Northof9finewine, Feb 2011)
2.5 Stars
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Columbia Crest H3 Merlot 2007, Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley
Washington, Usa$19.95
Plenty of spice and black fruit on the nose. Medium bodied with initially an earthy taste which is followed quickly by more of the dark fruit. Quite dry on the finish. A very nice merlot. (Northof9finewine, Feb 2011)
2.5 Stars
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Lindemans Bin 65 Chardonnay 2010, Southeastern Australia
Australia$10.95
One of those wines that everyone has tried but generally can't remember what it tasted like. An above average table-wine that pours well in the summer around the patio table. Some oak but the citrus seems more in the forefront with this vintage. Still a bit oily/slippery but a solid effort and on par with others in the price range. (northof9finewine, Feb 2011)
2.5 Stars
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Los Vascos Chardonnay 2009, Colchagua Valley
Chile$13.95
This Chilean winery is managed by the great French estate of Lafite which produces what is arguably the most sought after label in Bordeaux. Here in Chile though, Lafite is striving for something slightly more modernistic. The wine is very clean, almost transparent in colour; unoaked with pronounced green apples and lemon on the nose followed by more of the same taste. Good acidity will pair this wine with many rich foods. (northof9finewine, Feb 2011)
2.5 Stars
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Béres Tokaji Sárgamuskotály 2008
Hungary$12.95
Highly aromatic with pronounced floral and tropical fruit on the nose though much lighter on the palate. Interesting; try it out of curiosity for the style. (northof9finewine, March 2011
2.5 Stars
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Viña San Esteban In Situ Winemaker's Selection Carmenère 2008, Aconcagua
Chile$15.95
Originally used for blending in Bordeaux, Carmenere migrated to South America where it was mistaken for and unintentionally combined with Merlot to create a very unique Chilean taste.
Blended with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, this particular Carmenere has a rather viscous inky purple appearance in the glass; the nose shows some pronounced smoke and hints of red fruit and earth followed by a very round mouthfeel and concentrated ripe black fruit. Enjoy this with a herbed beef dish. (Northof9finewine, April, 2011)
2.5 Stars
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Tezza Ma Roat Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso 2007, Doc
Veneto, Italy$12.95
Ripasso is a richer style of wine than basic Valpolicella due in part to the ‘re-passing’ of the juice over the previously crushed grapes use to make the estate’s more powerful Amarone. The partially dried Amarone skins add both flavour and body to the lighter base wine. This one shows some earthy aromas followed by raspberry and cherry notes; light to medium bodied with a slight balsamic tang which I quite like. Enjoy this with a tomato based pasta dish. (northof9finewine, March 2011)
2.5 Stars
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Domaine Des Quatre Routes Muscadet Sèvre & Maine 2009, Ac
Loire, France$11.95
Almost colourless if not for the slight green/yellow hue. Aromas of wet stone and grapefruit while on the palate the wine is quite dry and crisp; somewhat of an old-world Sauvignon-like character, perhaps Sancerre, certainly Loire. Simple but enjoyable and a nice wine for a picnic; enjoy with light salads. (Northof9finewine, April 2011)
2.5 Stars
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San Felice Vermentino 2009, Igt Toscana
Tuscany, Italy$15.95
An interesting variety combined with a touch of Sauvignon Blanc. Some melon, very mild citrus and perhaps a hint of black pepper on the finish which I found interesting. It's clean and crisp but not much going on otherwise - not that there needs to be either. This one is a good thirst quencher for sipping poolside. (Northof9finewine, April 2011)
2.5 Stars
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Inniskillin Winemaker's Series Two Vineyards Riesling 2009, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$14.75
Rather light bodied for a Riesling and a pleasant change. Notes of lemon and ripe red apple; crisp and minerally but lighter and somewhat smoother than many other offerings – I like this one. (Northof9finewine, April 2011)
2.5 Stars
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