Monika Janek
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A lover of everything related to wine!
IT professional in the software/film industry, pianist, DJ, electronic music producer, figure skater...all these activities keep Monika busy. Her real love, however, is wine. She has completed the Advanced level with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) but has now decided to study wine making through the distance program at UC Davis California starting in January 2012. She also has a blog where she shares her adventures to various wine regions and events. Yummy wine made from yummy grapes!
www.theyummygrape.com
Reviews
Château Malmaison 2006, Ac Moulis En Médoc
Bordeaux, France$28.95
This wine is a nice example of a well-made Bordeaux wine with good value. A bit shorter on the finish but the black and red fruit is wonderful. I would buy this wine. I think it would be nice with some food.
3.5 Stars
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Bonnaire Grand Cru Blanc De Blancs Vintage Brut Champagne 2004
Champagne, France$44.75
Recently introduced to this house, I'm quite impressed. This bubbly has finesse. Aromas of apple, pear, and hazelnuts entice while the palate showcases a creaminess balanced by that supporting acidity. Lemon pulp notes round off the finish with a lasting and refreshing length. Great value for what you will undoubtedly enjoy in the glass. Tasted February 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Stratus Gewurztraminer 2009, VQA Niagara On The Lake
Ontario, Canada$24.25
A beautiful expression of this grape variety. I'm impressed. It's so well balanced and leaves you with a lingering finish. Wonderful flavour with enough acidity to hold it's own. A slight spice at the end. Delicious.
3.5 Stars
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Rocca Delle Macìe Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2006, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$21.75
A lovely Tuscan wine for just under $25. Spice, earth, leather, fruit...it has it all there in good balance.
3.5 Stars
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Macrostie Chardonnay 2008, Sonoma Coast
California, Usa$30.95
A lovely Chardonnay from Sonoma. I found it be very elegant. There was oak but just the right amount. It's very well balanced showing nice acidity and minerality. Yum!
3.5 Stars
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13th Street Cuvee Rosé Brut, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$29.95
I just love a fine sparkler. This is a very fine sparkling wine. Made in the traditional method blending Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and a hint of Syrah, it shows crisp acidity with muted fruit flavours. I think it will have mass appeal and I'd serve it for any one of my parties. :)
3.5 Stars
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Domaine Fouassier Les Grands Groux Sancerre 2010
Loire, France$24.95
A mineral-driven sauvignon blanc from vines tended with organic and biodynamic methods. Fermented with wild yeast and work in the cellar based on the lunar calendar. A wonderful assortment of zesty citrus, pineapple, ripe pear, dense mineral, and dried herbs to inspire the nose and palate.
3.5 Stars
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Mitolo G.A.M. Shiraz 2008, Mclaren Vale, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$36.25
Maybe I'm not a huge lover of Australian Shiraz. I wasn't a fan of this wine for the money that it's commanding. Yes, it's a good wine and I'm sure plenty of people will love it! I think for me personally, I would rather spend half the money and get the E. Guigal Syrah. Just my two cents!
3.5 Stars
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Le Clos Jordanne Talon Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay 2009, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Vinemount Ridge
Ontario, Canada$40.00
An elegant Chardonnay from Ontario. A very nice example of a cool-climate Chardonnay. Great acidity and minerality. There is oak but it's very well integrated. I think for myself, I would prefer to be every so slightly less oaked. It's a nice wine.
3.5 Stars
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Calera Chardonnay 2011, Central Coast
California, Usa$24.95
A well-balanced combination between fruit and oak. The length is very good with a hint of warmth on the finish. Good value. Tasted March 2013.
3.5 Stars
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