Pale ruby color.
Aromas of red fruit, orange rind.
Dry. Flavors of cherry, clove. Light, firm tannins.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — a year ago
Sticking with the “great wines from grapes you’ve never heard of” theme for a while longer, why not join me for a sip of this alpine gem. Grown in the northerly reaches of Italy’s Valle d’Aosta, just over the border with France and Switzerland, and in some of Europe’s highest altitude vineyards (1200 meters) this wine is made from the Prié Blanc grape. Prié Blanc is the region’s only indigenous white grape, and is rarely found within the Valle d’Aosta, let alone outside of it. Vibrating with mineral intensity, the wine tastes of green apple, lemon cucumber, dried honey, and a hint of herbs. Electric acidity and a sort of peach-pit tanginess linger in the finish. Because the region is mostly tiny growers, Cave Mont Blanc is a cooperative, and a very high-quality one at that. — 3 years ago
Well balanced not aggressive tannins blackberry jammy fruit without being crazy sweet — 3 months ago
Speris began working as vine growers in Valpolicella seven generations ago. Deep Ruby with aromas of dried berry fruits and sweet smoky spices. On the palate flavors of ripe plum and sweet berries with cacao, spice and fig flavors. Fine tannins, long complex rich finish ending with fruit, tobacco and earthy notes, good structure. Will continued to get better with age, good now. Sustainable. — a year ago
First Charta Riesling I have tried (and still the only one I have ever come across). Complex aromatics of white flowers, crushed stone, and red apple. Barely off dry with adequate acidity - this is designed as the perfect food wine. Very good at $19 (on sale).
11.5% abv - 9.8 g/l RS - 6.9 g/l acidity
More on Charta Riesling: An esteemed group of 30 top VDP growers in Rheingau who release this style of Riesling. Must meet the groups high standards to release in their inimitable bottles (heavy, dark hued glass ready for the cellar) with the embossed Romanic arches. — 4 years ago
Medium ruby color.
Aromas of ripe black fruit.
Dry. Flavors of black fruit, fresh blackberry. Moderate tannins. Very fresh!
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 1/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 4/5 — a year ago
Lisa and I love it — 2 years ago
Nicole Tyler
Dark berries and a little smoke. Not too full, but perfect with a hearty soup and other comfort dishes. — 14 days ago