Winery - Bouchard Finlayson
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Brooding dark cherry, deep spices and waves of chocolate coating make this intense and intriguing blend of Italian and French grapes a rare treat. The nose is dark and layered with aromas of wood and dark fruit. The lush tannins and slow finish adds to the overall appeal of the wine. Lots of character here.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A spritely, alluring citric and floral nose is the first impression, but in the mouth, the wine opens up into a combination of clean minerality and juicy, rounded flavors. The marriage is successful—great acidity and ample body create an intriguing result.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Soft, subtle tannins, a touch of pepper, and elegant flavors of sweet raspberry and spice comprise this Pinot Noir. A pretty, perfumed nose and lingering finish add to the appeal of the wine. There’s enough structure here to allow for aging, but it’s very good now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Soft, balanced, with flowery aromatics and layers of vanilla and apricot that are luscious but subtle. The wine is gentle but makes its mark because the quality of the fruit is excellent. Drink now or let it age—there’s complexity here and the wine still has room for development.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
There’s a distinct flinty, mineral sharpness to the nose, adding complexity to the melon, green apple and Anjou pear aromas. Medium weight but textured, the apple skin and toast flavors linger endlessly on the finish. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The caramel and sugared lemon aromas and flavors of this wine are sweet, and although clean, the mouthfeel is somewhat viscous.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Delicate aromas of dried herbs, dusty basement, cedar and lemon peel herald complementary flavors of hay and caraway. Dried herbs repeat on the palate, while the finish is a peppery blend of sausage and bread. Classy and full flavored to the end. —K.F.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Tannins gently support the fresh acidity and light, easy raspberry and plum fruit with notes of white chocolate and earth adding weight.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This well-balanced red has light brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon aromas that belie the oak layering on the palate of ripe cherry, dried basil and meat juices. This wine will pair well with mild meats, but is just as tasty alone.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A straightforward nose of sweet peas and honeysuckle lead to citrus and faint melon on the palate; finishes with a bit of grassiness. Although a bit simple, this is rather nice, with a light body and lively acidity. —K.F.
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