Tasting- Georges Duboeuf Nouveau 2015

Name:  Georges Duboeuf

Variety:   Nouveau 

Region: Beauolais

Country: France

Year: 2015
Price: $12

Winery Review: George Duboeuf is THE king of Beaujolais.  His wines are full of pop, charm and great flavor and his Beaujolais Nouveau is no exception.  A cornucopia of expressive fruit wrapped in an almost-bubblegum-like frame; it is the flagship Nouveau.

My Review: This wine definitely had one of the coolest labels I have ever seen on a wine bottle.  On the nose, I picked up notes of strawberry jam. On the palate, it had a little spice to it, as well as blackberry. The wine was pretty dry. 

*Not Paired with food 

Tasting- Maipe Torrontes 2014

Name:  Maipe Torrontes 

Variety:  Torrontes 

Region: Mendoza 

Country: Argentia 

Year: 2014
Price: $14

Winery Review: The wine has a spring-like nose of fresh white peaches, pears, green apple, green melon and hints of jasmine and rose petals. On the palate, it has a beautiful structure and acidity along with fruit flavors and plenty of body. Well-balanced, this wine displays a pleasant freshness with citrus notes and a long finish.

My Review: This particular wine had a very flowery bouquet, but a sort of wetness to it as well, as if it just had rained. I also noticed that didn't have very much color, it almost as if it was clear. the wine had a slight sweetness to it, just like the previous wine, I tasted apple on the palate. Balance and smooth finish to it as well. 

*Not Paired with food 

Tasting- Tonnino Pinot Grigio 2014

Name:  Tonnino Pinot Grigio

Variety:  Pinot Grigio

Region: Sicily 

Country: Italy 

Year: 2014
Price: $14

Winery Review: Tonnino’s exotic example of Pinot Grigio has a straw to pale gold color. It is fresh and clean on the nose with fruity notes of pear, green apple and white peaches. The palate is true to the nose with a fresh acidity, coriander and lime notes followed by a crisp finish. This wine pairs well with youthful aperitifs, clams or mussels, pastas and risotto dishes.

My Review: I thought this wine had a very pleasant bouquet. It was fruity with aromas of apples, and lemon. On the palate, it continued the apple, particular green apples. Overall, a very smooth and light wine. I think this wine would have paired well with a seafood dish. 

*Not Paired with food 

Tasting- Peter Mertes Sweet Red Dornfelder 2014

Name:   Peter Mertes  Sweet Red Dornfelder

Variety:  Dornfelder

Region: California

Country: Germany

Year: 2014
Price: $12

Winery Review:The trademark German red grape varietal Dornfelder has a lovely purity of soft red berry fruit. Integrated soft tannins combined with forward fruit flavors make for a perfectly balanced everyday sipping wine.

Great with grilled red meat, sausage and chicken. Best served slightly chilled.

My Review: On the nose I picked up a lot of different fruits including raspberry, and plum. It was very sweet, but I did pick up a slight pepper flavor to it as well. The wine did have a lingering after taste, but it was a pleasant one. 

*Not Paired with food 

Tasting- Castello Sonnino Chianti Montespertoli 2010

Name:   Castello Sonnino Chianti Montespertoli

Variety:  Blend

Region: Chianti

Country: Italy 

Year: 2010
Price: $15

Winery Review: A blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia del Chianti. Rich and modern, with a dark, saturated color and aromas of graham cracker and lemon rind. A juicy palate packed with plum and raspberry is carried by a creamy texture that’s rather toasty in terms of flavor. The finish is round, full and chocolaty.

My Review: The wine had a very intense red, almost purple color to it. The taste had a kind of mocha chocolate taste to it. It was very spicy and hot. Did not really enjoy this wine. 

*Not Paired with food 

Tasting- Bolla Bardolino Magnum 2013

Name:   Bolla Bardolino Magnum 

Variety:  Blend

Region: Bardolino

Country: Italy 

Year: 2013
Price: $18

Winery Review:A blend of 60% Corvina, 30% Rondinella, 10% Molinara this bright ruby red wine has hints of black cherry on the nose.  It is soft and fruit-forward, with black-fruit flavors followed by a bright and fresh finish. Serve it as the Italians do – young and lightly chilled. Pairs perfectly with fleshy fish, beef, lamb, red-sauced pastas and pizza.

My Review: This wine had a very vibrant red color. On the nose, it had a chocolate covered cherry smell to it. The taste was fruity with tastes of blackberry and black currant. Overall, a solid wine. 

*Not Paired with food 

Tasting- Tenuta le Velette Orvieto Classico 2011

Name:  Tenuta le Velette Orvieto Classico 

Variety:  Blend

Region: Orvieto

Country: Italy 

Year: 2011
Price: $18

Winery Review: "The Berganorio Orvieto is a subtle wine with a bright palate. It shows white flowers on the nose and light citrus notes in the mouth. Its neutral character means it can accompany a wide range of foods. A blend of 30% Trebbiano, 30% Grechetto, 20% Malvasia, 15% Verdello, and 5% Drupeggio. The estate has 103 hectares on the hill opposite the hill town of Orvieto."

My Review: This wine had nice golden color to it. The nose was very floral and citrusy. The taste was underwhelming, bland to me. I picked up flavors of apples in the taste.  

*Not Paired with food