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| Bonny Doon Old Telegram 2001 |
WS Rating: 86Chunky, with good concentration to plum, black
cherry and cassis flavors. Earth and roasted herb character lingers, with
modest tannins and lively acidity. Drink now through 2006. 2,136 cases made.
WS Issue: Dec 15, 2003
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| Brunier Telegramme CDP 2004 |
| It pours clear garnet, very light in color for a Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It seems light on the nose and palate, too, opening with a vinous scent of raspberries, spice, faint vegetal notes and a high-toned whiff of volatile acidity. It's a little more inviting in its flavor, juicy and very tart, simple red fruit and white pepper over almost sour acidity, on the thin side. |
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| Calamity Cab Sauv Alexander Valley 2005 |
The
Calamity 05 Alexander Valley was grown on mature 30 year old vines that produce
classic Cabernet Sauvignon flavors and aromas of cassis, cedar and sweet red
fruits. The difference with this 05 to last year’s offering is that this
wine is brooding, chunky and is one that will be able to age. Flavors of deep
red and black fruits on the palate combine with vanilla from the oak barrels
and hints of cedar forming a long and tasty finish. The 05 Alex has excellent
structure, depth and concentration. Although a less seductive wine than last
year’s, it is a huge mouth-full of wine and one that begs for a nice
grilled piece of beef or lamb chop. |
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| Calamity Zinfandel Napa 2006 |
Cedar,
vanilla and coconut macaroon aromas dominate, accented by plum and wild berry
flavors ripe, cherry, raspberry and cassis flavor with a nice touch of
earthiness, very good balance with a fleshy texture and a long, full, fruity
finish. |
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| Charbonniere CDP Perdrix 03 |
| The 2003 Chateauneuf du Pape Mourre des Perdrix reveals a saturated dark ruby/purple-tinged color as well as a classic perfume of black cherries, raspberries, flowers, and a notion of barnyard/earth. With a fleshy texture, medium to full body, loads of depth, low acidity, ripe tannin, and wonderful sweetness, purity, and overall elegance, it resembles a synthesis in style between a grand cru Cotes de Nuits and a Chateauneuf du Pape. |
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| Charbonniere CDP VV 2003 |
The best balanced wine of the entire portfolio
of 2003s is the 2003 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Vieilles Vignes. A complex nose
of mineral, kirsch liqueur, raspberries, balsam, and pepper jumps from the
glass of this medium to full-bodied, nicely layered, structured, rich wine with
notes of black cherry and raspberry. Deep but with lovely ripe tannin, this
wine can be drunk now or cellared for 10-12 years.
WA #163 Feb 2006
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| Glen Carlou Chardonnay 2006 |
| A light straw colored Chardonnay with
aromas of fresh tropical fruit, lemon and lime. Flavors of lemon, lime,
pineapple and tropical fruits with herbal notes. This Chardonnay has
plenty of tartness and a strong acidity to make it a refreshing medium
bodied summer wine. |
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Retail Price: $17.99
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| Pallieres Gigondas 03 |
WA Rating: 90
This is a large, complicated domaine because of so
many different parcels and micro-climates. The wine spends a year in
tank after which a selection is made, and it is moved to old wood
foudres for the second year. The 2003 Les Pallieres, which embodies the
essence of Provence, reveals bold notes of garrigue, pepper, herbes de
Provence, saddle leather, and plenty of kirsch and earth. The wine is
medium-bodied, ripe, but has slightly drier tannins than the more
seamless 2004. The 2003 is an impressive, hefty Les Pallieres that
should drink well for 10-12 years.
—Robert Parker,
February
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| Villacreces Ribera Duero 2003 |
This rustic red shows cherry, herb and earth
flavors in a thick texture, with gripping tannins. Has muscle but lacks
finesse. Try with food to soften. Best after 2007. 750 cases imported. –TM
WS Issue: Web Only (2006)
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