by Winepisser | Jul 23, 2016 | Quick Review
A light, sneaker-nosed wine that is slightly bitter, tangy without much sugar or fruit, but which pairs nicely with fish, light pasta, salad or fruit cup. An interesting wine that many might hate but given some forgiveness, actually becomes quite nice after a few...
by Winepisser | Jul 22, 2016 | Quick Review
Cat pee and lemongrass, and yet this is still boring. I have never actually seen a cat pee on lemongrass, but it has to be more exciting than this. Really disappointing.
by Winepisser | Jul 21, 2016 | Quick Review
Dusty berries, which sounds like a country music star from the 70s, but it works for this wine. Fruity but not sweet, medium acid.
by Winepisser | Jul 16, 2016 | Quick Review
Didn’t come off as pruney as my colleagues found it, but it is fruity on the back end. Complex nose invokes some earthiness that reminded me of camping, and the tannins are not overpowering. I would drink it again. Blend of Shiraz, Cab and Cinsault....
by Winepisser | Jul 15, 2016 | Quick Review
Dry and bland, like comedian Stephen Wright before he was funny. Let it age a few centuries and call me later.
by Winepisser | Jul 15, 2016 | Quick Review
A middle of the road carmy, tiny hints of smoke and leather followed by smooth fruit but over-acidic. Paired well with osso bucco.
by Winepisser | Jul 11, 2016 | Quick Review
Heard fantastic things about this blend, but ultimately it didn’t live up to the hype. A great wine, but lacking a balance that prevents it from being a fantastic wine. Fruity but medium sweet, nice mouthfeel but still missing something. Very slight nose. Let...
by Winepisser | Jul 9, 2016 | Quick Review
A whiff of camphor on the nose, but an otherwise balanced glass, with blackcurrant and subtle woodsy touches making it rather enjoyable. Perfect tannin.
by Winepisser | Jul 7, 2016 | Quick Review
Fantastic NZSB with all the usual notes, but dialed up to 11. Lemongrass, cat pee, citrus and stone are all in play in equal measure. Will pair with powerful dishes but drinks well on its own if you like a bold glass. Not for the timid. Only fails a 5-star review...
by Winepisser | Jul 5, 2016 | Quick Review
As bland as a seminar on multilevel marketing with a flavor like the paper the presenter notes were printed on. Even comes with a sour aftertaste, as if the presenter broke wind before the room could clear.
by Winepisser | Jun 4, 2016 | Full Article
The Vivino app is amazing for its primary feature: using your cell phone’s camera, you photograph a wine label and Vivino quickly reports back reviews, typical prices and more. It’s indispensable when shopping for wine and confronted with a bevy of bottled...
by Winepisser | Jun 3, 2016 | Quick Review
Big nose but premature finish. The Richard Nixon of NZ Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
by Winepisser | Jun 3, 2016 | Quick Review
Fantastic vino mexicano, a lack of nose keeps this from a full five stars. Otherwise it hits all the right notes: earthy berry and chocolate with just the right tannins and perfect lingering finish. Pair with BBQ or a fine steak for the full experience. Buen trabajo,...
by Winepisser | Jun 3, 2016 | Quick Review
Delicious Hungarian tokaji, but it’s always better to invest in the 5-Puttonyo bottles if you can get them. This one is lacking the usual character and exotic flavors, keeping it from a five star rating, but otherwise a fantastic adventure.
by Winepisser | Jun 3, 2016 | Quick Review
The color of a port, and a high alcohol kick to boot, this is nevertheless an understated, tranquil red that could never be called bold. Disappointing given the Piemonte heritage.
by Winepisser | Jun 3, 2016 | Quick Review
An interesting offering from Ica Peru, this petit verdot and tannat blend can’t be drunk on its own, but pair with the right dish and it will shine. Odd flavors of cheese and campfire come together nicely with a strong Italian meal.
by Winepisser | Jun 3, 2016 | Quick Review
A blend of vintages presumably from whatever year they could scrape from the cutting room floor, it’s not the usual disgusting swill from Quierola, but it’s close.
by Winepisser | Jun 3, 2016 | Quick Review
Nose of grape jelly and a touch of vanilla, with surprisingly subtle sugar and an acidic bite given that this is a near-dessert wine. Was a moderate crowd pleaser during a large gathering, but some were turned off by the acid. Pair with cannoli or vanilla cake.
by Winepisser | Jun 3, 2016 | Quick Review
The seebees from Marl’bro rarely disappoint, and this citrusy light cup of slate and lemongrass will prove this true once more. RV duty battery levels of acid keep this from a five star rating, so pair with a white cream dish like crab Alfredo or pasta...
by Winepisser | Apr 19, 2016 | Quick Review
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by Winepisser | Mar 30, 2016 | Site Report
As you may have seen, we are trying out some new image-based reviews. This will hose up things for a little while, but I think once we get settled it should provide a nicer presentation, and it makes fuller reviews easier to publish via social media like Twitter....
