Winery - Porcupine Ridge
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A refreshing, lively white with a citric nose and flavors of lemon/lime mingled with elegant acidity. Approachable but has a memorable character.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A full, rich nose of blackberry, cinnamon and black pepper introduces this impressive Shiraz from mover and shaker Marc Kent. Balanced and elegant with a restrained minerality, this is a food-friendly and structured without being rugged.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The opening aromas of dark berries and earth are marred by an odd briny note reminiscent of a wet bathing suit or raw clams. But once past that, there are sturdy flavors of espresso, dark toast and a pleasant sweet-and-sour quality. Finishes tannic and toasty.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Vibrant berry fruit and smoke hit the nose, followed by chocolate, cherry and spice on the palate. Plenty of chewy texture, sure to even out with a little aging, gives the wine backbone. Needs time but is well-balanced and flavorful.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The nose on this Sauvignon ranges from tropical fruit to green grass, and on the palate, a classy balance of acid and fruit, with a minerally backbone and a dry, crisp finish. Drink now and enjoy with fresh seafood.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Delicate aromas of lemon chiffon, underripe nectarine and a touch of green apple on the nose. The palate is citrus-dominant with a round but prickly mouth and a crisp finish. Very refreshing and approachable; drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Aromas of forest berries, violet, pepper and spice give this Merlot an intriguing start. On the palate, it offers indigenous character—smoke, spice and savory red berry. Rustic but full of character, the wine will pair well with game and grilled meats.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The smoked meat and spice on the nose of this consistently good Cabernet give it an exotic South African appeal, but the wine goes beyond merely unique. Balanced tannins and good acidity give this poise and dimension, its smoke and berry layers soft and approachable. A very nice wine at a good price.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Clove, leather and pepper aromas and flavors give this Cabernet a masculine edge. Rich and complex, it also offers softer tannins and an integrated character that will allow for more delicate meat dish pairings. A lingering finish tops it off.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This Syrah has a rustic but elegant nature: aromas of raspberry, black pepper, smoked sausage and cloves prevail, while full-bodied but integrated flavors of anise, pepper and berry follow. The wine is robust but has a velvety character and a spicy finish.
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