Winery - P.J. Valckenberg
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This speaks of Gewürztraminer from the get-go, offering up hallmark scents of lychees and spice, but it also suffers from the low acidity of the variety, coming up soft and short on the honeyed finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Plump, moderately rich and slightly sweet, featuring scents of ripe peaches underscored by citrus. Stone fruit, melon and lime flavors mingle easily on the palate, ending on lingering fruit and mineral notes.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Redolent with fresh, vibrant fruit aromas, but not nearly as exciting in the mouth, where the plump baked apple and pear flavors finish short.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is the flagship vineyard for the large Valckenberg firm, and one of their best wines, year in and year out. The 2003 shows yeasty, leesy, minerally aromas and flavors of pear, pineapple and talc, finishing on tart, grapefruity notes. Light in body; try as an apéritif. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Starts off with honey, peach and grapefruit aromas, and this creative tension between sweetly ripe flavors and tart acids continues across the palate. Shows good concentration and density, and finishes long and dry.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A bit floral on the nose, picking up green apple and grapefruit scents as well. Soft, pillowy fruit flavors are balanced by acidity that seems to build in strength on the finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Standard apple and pear aromas, but there’s also a weird hint of peanut butter. Flavors are leaner and tart, focusing on underripe fruit and limes. This is lightweight yet intense, with a tactile, chalky quality to the finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This medium-bodied wine would give many Italian Pinot Grigios a run for their money. Honeyed peaches with a trace of minerality and a dry, clean finish at a reasonable price. Sure, labeling it Grigio is a pure marketing ploy, but the quality is in the bottle. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Combines peach and lime scents with flavors that are more earthy and chalky. Medium-bodied and dry on the palate. Alternative closure fans will want to check out this bottling’s cool Vino-Lok glass stopper from Alcoa.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This citrusy wine is a bit of a one-note wonder, but it performs that note well, featuring strident lime aromas and a zippy, dry finish.
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