Thomas T

Farnese Daunia Sangiovese 2010, Abruzzo

Strong aromas of red berries, along with a slight mineral and spice hints. Thin tasting with the red berries coming through. Short finish. Couldn't really ask for much more from this price point, but still a very simple wine.
Tasted January 2012

Vila Regia 2010, Douro Valley, Portugal

Very simple red. Lots of red fruit, particularly strawberries. Slight hint of vanilla on the palate. While I wouldn't suggest it for a heavy meal, for a summer day by the pool... It's a good easy drinking red, maybe even serve chilled!
Tasted June 2012.

Dan Akroyd Cabernet Shiraz 2009, Niagara Peninsula

Strong and jammy red berry aromas, particularly strawberry. On the palate it had soft tannins and a medium body. More sweet red fruit and some vegetal notes, great for a light summer meal! Good finish.

Tasted July 2012.

Crush Red 2009, VQA Niagara Peninsula

Had the 2010 Crush Red VQA.

I found this wine very basic. Soft red berries and slight pepper spice, with low tannins and a light-medium body. From a $13 wine, I expect more.

Tasted March, 2012

Couly Dutheil Clos De L'echo Chinon 2004, Ac

The wine was inky dark, still ruby red with minimal garnet on the meniscus. Light aromas of raspberry wafted off the glass, followed by darker scents of mocha, earth, and smoke. On the palate the wine still had grippy tannins, a dry medium-body, and balanced acidity. Little fruit was left, but what was there had plum notes, complimented with soft earth and tobacco flavours. Good finish.
Tasted March 2012.

Rivera Cappellaccio Riserva Aglianico 2005, Doc Castel Del Monte

Quick Lesson: the Aglianico grape, which has been believed to have been brought to Italy by early Greek settlers may not have been. Recent DNA testing shows no close relation to other known Greek varieties.

The wine was beginning to show some browning, to its deep garnet colouring. The wine has notable nose of match-heads (sulphur), spice, and plums. The tannins are still present, giving the wine a nice structure. Prunes, earthy, and a bit of tobacco flavours, with a medium to long finish.
Tasted March 2014.

Funf German Riesling, Rhein

Funf had a much light nose that mainly consisted of apple, although it also had some crisp pear. The Funf's flavours contained a little more citrus than the nose would have had me predict. However, it mainly consisted of apple and pear. The acidity was a little more noticeable than some other rieslings I've had, but it gave it a nice crispy finish.

Tasted April 2012.

Cupcake Red Velvet 2010, Central Coast, California

With its playful name, strong cherry aroma and deep ruby colour, this wine can cause one to reminisce of a delicious black forest cake.

Read my entire decandent review at:

http://www.everydaywineaficionado.com/2012/02/cupcake-red-velvet.html

Château Des Charmes Chardonnay Unoaked Sur Lie 2008, VQA Niagara On The Lake (375ml)

Strong floral and honeysuckle aromas with a definite hint of apples. On the palate, sweet and nicely balanced. Maintained its apple with sweet honey notes.
Tasted March 2012.

Sutter Home White Zinfandel

Fun light pink/rose in colour. Aromas of fresh citrus and cherries. Smooth and sweet with flavours that match its aroma. Lingering Finish