David Brodati, DipWSET
|
Followers (4)
|
|
|
Following (0)
|
Reviews (619)
|
Reviews
Sella & Mosca Riserva Cannonau Di Sardegna 2009, Doc
Sardinia, Italy$17.95
This Grenache is cherry red in the glass, with brick coloured edges showing its maturity. An interesting quaff. It's earthy, has red berry fruit, almost a nib licorice candied sweetness, but the brett is a bit dominant holding back a higher score. Juicy acidity, decent length and some heat. It's quirky character was toned down a bit with decanting. It washed down pizza exceedingly well. Grip it n' sip it! June 2013.
3.0 Stars
(0)V
Caparzo Rosso Di Montalcino 2010
Tuscany, Italy$19.95
Medium garnet in the glass. I found the nose a tad shy - it must have seen its shadow. Medium body with cherry, red berry, tomato, a suggestion of vanilla and almond. It has a savoury finish and good length. Tannins are moderate and acidity is tart making it food friendly. A nice smooth rosso but a bit thin, which for me keeps the score below 90. March 2014.
3.0 Stars
(0)V
Mission Hill Five Vineyards Rosé 2010, BC VQA Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$15.95
This review is for the 2012. Pretty coral colour. Fragrant, bright, zesty. A very good patio sipper and/or accoutrement for backyard bbq's. Grip it n's sip it for sure! July 2013.
3.0 Stars
(0)W
Cono Sur Bicicleta Viognier 2012, Chile
Colchagua Valley, Chile$9.95
Light straw colour with the slightest hint of a green tinge. Cono Sur's viognier remains consistent in its quality and a great value. Petrol, white peach, citrus notes, integrated with minerality and lip smacking acidity. A nice viscous mouthfeel. Can't beat the price quality ratio. Paired nicely with a grilled Moroccan spiced chicken breast. Sept. 2013.
3.0 Stars
(0)G
Rosewood Süssreserve Riesling 2012, VQA Beamville Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$12.25
This is proving to be a consistently decent performer and considering the price, very good value. I enjoyed the 2012 as much as the 2010. This sussreserve shows a slight green tinge as it sits in the glass. Off dry, good fruit in the citrus and apple range, a seam of acidity provides some structure. Nice length. All the elements for a good Niagara riesling (with a little unfermented juice thrown in the bargain). Paired up very well with mildly spiced Thai food. 88-89 points. Dec. 2013.
3.0 Stars
(0)V
Big Head Wines Syrah 2012, VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$0.00
This 2012 syrah from the ubiquitous and talented winemaker Andrzej Lipinski's virtual winery is made in the appassimento style (he feels that enhancement can benefit a shorter growing season). It is big, full and complex. Bouquet is floral with vanilla, oak, spices, pepper and dark and red fruit. Palate is equally big with spice, black peppery, vanilla and cherry compote. Tannins add some traction and alcohol is present towards the lengthy finish, but decently integrated. Complex. Drinking nicely now (decant 45 minutes) but will cellar mid term. Love the label. 92+. Oct. 2013.
3.0 Stars
La Vieille Ferme Côtes Du Ventoux Red 2012
Rhône, France$12.45
A light and fruity Rhone. There is good balance here with the right elements: fruit, herbs and a slight dust of tannin, but a bit thin overall. Not bad though considering the price.
3.0 Stars
(0)G
Descendientes De J. Palacios Pétalos 2011, Do Bierzo
Galicia, Spain$25.00
Drinking very nicely now. Petalos is consistently good and the 2011 continues that tradition. This Mencia is dry with dark fruit (plum, blueberry, prune), spice, savoury notes, and with good tannic structure but softening. It has balanced acidity and excellent length. High alcohol and moderate oak (older French barrels) are well integrated. Nice quaff and food friendly. Dec. 2015.
3.0 Stars
(0)V
Cave Spring Riesling 2012, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$14.95
A perfumed floral nose with apple and pear notes, wax and honey. A viscous medium bodied mouthfeel. The palate picks up savoury. slightly bitter elements, with citrus-lime fruit profile. Nice acidity and very good length. A typically good Cave Spring Niagara Riesling. 87-88. Sept. 2014.
3.0 Stars
(0)G
Rockway Vineyards Small Lot Reserve Red Assemblage 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$16.95
A light ruby meritage style wine with cab franc leading the way. This 2011 has sweet tannic grip, so likely could use another year for integration. A pleasant nose and notes of dark fruit, but the palate is a touch hot in a medium bodied frame with overt oak influence (mocha). Like a gangly teenager, needing some time to fit into his own skin.
3.0 Stars