Wine Tastings Feb 4-9

Name: Yellow Tail

Variety: Sweet Red Roo Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Australia
Country: South Australia
Year:2011
Price:$7

My Review: 
Although I'm not a fan of red wines, I'm finding more and more that I actually enjoy drinking. I had this with Green Bean Casserole and some wing-dings. It was particularly good, I really enjoyed it.

Critic Review: 
Made in Australia from a blend of Shiraz,Cabernet Sauvignon and other red varietals  YellowTail 'Sweet Red Roo' is full of fruit flavors with aromas of naturally sweet red berries, vanilla and chocolate in each sip. Sweet Red Roo is delicious served chilled or room temperature and is ideal for wine cocktails.Whether pairing it with BBQ or mixing in Sangria , Sweet Red Roo's versatility and uniqueness will make it the most talked talked about sweet wine blend this year.

Name: Steeple Jack

Variety: Moscato
Region:McLaren Vale & Currency Creek, SA
Country: South Australia
Year:2011
Price:$8

My Review:  This wine reminds me why I love Moscato and other white wines so much! SO FRUITY and DELICIOUS! Soo good and soo cheap!

Critic Review:  Sweet Full Flavos with a freah , sprizty finish-Just for fun! a party wine.Nice, Sweet, easy to drink and you couldnt care less if you spilt a drop because you will probabliy be danceing when you do ! If you dontlike sweet wine dont drink it. If you do , dont drink it ...toofast!

Name: Encostas do Lima,Vinho Verde

Variety: Branco White Wine

Region: De Ponte de lima

Country: Portugal

Year:2010

Price:$4.95

My Review:  

Once again another white wine I just discovered and now totally in love with! Sweet and light! Just drank it by itself, but I'm sure it would be amazing with some food

Critic Review:
Pale golden silver color. Bright floral aromas of peaches, raspberry and honeysuckle with a soft, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a crisp, tart citrus and talc accented finish. A delightful sipper that is sure to please. 

Name: Marcus James
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Mendoza
Country:Argentina
Year:2009
Price:$10

My review: I don't have much to say about this wine. Although, I trying to find red wines to drink and enjoy, I can definitely say I don't enjoy Cabernet Sauvignon. It's not for me, however it is pretty cheap for the big bottle my friend got.

Critic Review: This Cabernet Sauvignon from Mendoza is a full bodied, deep red-purple hued wine. Orchard fruit aromas of black cherry and plum move into defined  flavors of black currant and cherry with a hint of cocoa and vanilla. The finish is clean and lasting. This wine pairs superbly with roasted and grilled meats and poultry. It is easy to drink and suitable for all occasions.

Name: Cupcake

Variety: Riesling
Region: Mosel Valley
Country: Germany
Year:2011
Price:$10

My Review: I've never had a Riesling wine before but I really enjoyed this one. It a very citrus-y taste to it, with a mild sweetness.

Critic Review:  The Riesling starts off with a nose that shows hints of ripe honeydew and lemon chiffon. It fills the palate with the flavors of creamy lemons, bright citrus fruits and just a hint of sweetness. Broad and full-bodied, it finishes with a zesty thirst quaffing zing that leaves the imbiber wanting another glass. It is reminiscent of a lemon cream cupcake.