2009 Tres Ojos Rose Tasting

Name: Tres Ojos Rose

Varietal: 50% Tempranillo 50% Garnacha
Region: Calatayud

Country: Spain
Year: 2009
Price: $1.95

Vintage Cellar's Review:
“50% Tempranillo 50% Garnacha. This medium rose-colored rosado boasts a spicy red cherry/plum nose with a soft lush attack of red berry fruit flavors and a crisp dry finish. Simple and refreshing and a natural for tapas.”

My Review:
Very light, red colored wine. The nose left me with cherry and other berry aromas. The body was filled with berry flavors. It has a slight spice to it and was light. It had a bitter and was semi-dry. Overall, interesting wine and I can’t make my mind up about it. Try it for yourself!

Tasted without food.

2010 Villa Pozzi Nero D'Avola Tasting

Name: Villa Pozzi Nero D'Avola

Varietal: Nero D'Avola
Region: Sicily

Country: Italy
Year: 2010
Price: $8.95

Vintage Cellar's Review:
“Very dark purple, with a reddish-violet edge, typical of this grape. Black plums, a hint of licorice and subtle spice, not overly complex but appealing. A big mouth full of juicy black fruit is well structured by tart acidity and soft but distinct tannins.”

My Review:
The wine has a great looking dark-red, purple color. There were dark fruit hints and a spice in the nose. The body was spicy and had dark berry flavors. Overall, very well balanced with soft tannins and a bit sour taste, refreshing finish.

Tasted without food.

Lost Vineyards Shiraz/Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting

Name: Lost Vineyards

Varietal: Shiraz/Cabernet Sauvignon

Region: N/A

Country: Argentina
Year: NV
Price: $4.95

Vintage Cellar's Review:
“60% Shiraz 40% Cabernet Sauvignon It is dry and contains subtle tobacco undertones with a black licorice, cherry, scent. The oak is in the background. Would pair well hamburger or a steak rather than stand alone.”

My Review:
The nose was filled with dark, foresty aromas. There were slight hints of cherry and dark flavors in body. There was a bit of spice to the wine and it finished smooth and dry. Overall, soft tannins, low acidity and subtle flavors.

Tasted without food.

Morada Sangria Tasting

Name: Morada Sangria

Varietal: Red Wine Mixture
Region: N/A

Country: Spain
Year: NV
Price: $4.95

Vintage Cellar's Review:
“Morada Sangria is a traditional Spanish drink made with red wine and citrus extracts. Garnet color and fresh on the palate. Pasteurization preserves the color, aromas and flavors. 7% Alc. It is a very refreshing Sangria with around 85 grams of sugar. Sangria is now one of the hottest items in the beverage industry and it's growing exponentially year to year. Serve well chilled, on its own or with lemonade and slices of fruit like peach, banana or apple.”

My Review:
Mmm the nose was delicious. Full of cranberries, oranges and peaches. The body was very sweet and tasted very tropical, full of berries and oranges. Overall, very sweet, fruity, has low acidity and soft tannins. It is good for a premade sangria mixture but too sweet for my taste.

Tasted without food.

2011 Les Perles Piquepoul Tasting

Name: Les Perles Piquepoul

Varietal: Picpoul
Region: Cotes de Thau

Country: France
Year: 2011
Price: $7.95

Vintage Cellar's Review:
“Light and young, this is a straightforward but enjoyable selection that would be an ideal match for light fare such as grilled chicken salads or fluke. Apple flesh, nectarine, and sweet citrus oil aromas and flavors appear on the nose and palate, while the short finish is infused with a flavor of green melon rind.”

My Review:
The nose was filled with citrusy and peachy aromas. Well-balanced peachy, citrusy and grassy flavors. Overall, a light wine, mild acidity, and dry finish. Great price.

Tasted without food.