Wine Review Weekly
October 8, 2007
In a two-part article, Eric Asimov of the New York Times takes a long look at the struggle of fine winemakers in Beaujolais to move beyond the image of Nouveau. Surprising qualities in France are also found by Patrick Comiskey, who surveys red wines coming from the Roussillon area for the Los Angeles Times. And completing the French trifecta, columnists Gaiter and Brecher of the Wall Street Journal review wines from Chateauneuf-du-Pape and find much to like. John Gillespie
Baltimore Sun: Wine writer Michael Dresser picks Guenoc Cabernet Sauvignon 2005.
Cleveland Plain Dealer: Staff writer Donald Rosenberg picks Bogle Vineyards 'Phantom' 2004.
Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Michael Lonsford chooses Stag's Leap Chardonnay 2006.
Los Angeles Times: Wine writer Irene Virbila picks Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Rosso di Montalcino 2005.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Wine columnist Richard Kinssies selects Chateau Maroutine Bordeaux Blanc 2006.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine columnist Bob Hosmon picks Martin Codax Albarino 2006.
Denver Post: Wine columnist Tara Q. Thomas recommends Rimon Pomegranate Dessert Wine 2005.
Dallas Morning News: Wine columnist Rebecca Murphy picks Tasca d'Almerita Regaleali Bianco Sicilia 2006.
New York Times: Wine columnist Eric Asimov on the struggle for respect in Beaujolais. On another page, comments on numerous cru Beaujolais wines, with Domaine du Vissoux Moulin-a-Vent Les Deux Roches 2005 named best of group, while Domiane Cheysson Chiroubles 2005 is cited for value.
Wall Street Journal: Wine columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher onthe wines of Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Top choice is Domaine Grand Veneur 2005, while Domaine de Saint Siffrein 2003 is lauded for value.
Business Week: Wine critic Robert Parker on Palminia Wines. Highest ratings are for the Malvasia Bianca Larner Vineyard 2006, Barbera Honea Vineyard 2005, Tocai Friuliano Honea Vineyard 2006, and Pinot Grigio Honea Vineyard 2006.
Bloomberg News Service: Wine columnist Elin McCoy on unusual grape varieties. Recommended are Ameztoi Txakoli 2006, Colome Torrontes 2006, Louro do Bolo Godello 2006, Terredora di Paolo Fiano di Avellino Terre di Doro 2006, Tselepos Moschofilero Mantinia 2006, Alois Lageder Lagrein Rose 2006, Anita & Hans Nittnaus Blauer Zweigelt 2005, Arnaldo Caprai Sagratino di Montefalco Collepiano 2003, Dow Vale do Bomfim Douro Reserva 2004, Pucho 2005, and Thierry Puzelat La Tesniere Pineau d'Aunis 2005.
Newsday: Staff writer Peter Gianotti recommends red wines for fall, including Torres Celeste Red 2006, Castellani Poggio al Casone 'La Cattura' 2004, Castello di Volpaia Chianti Classico 2004, Fortitude Shake Ridge 2005, Chateau Reynella Shiraz 2003, Foley Santa Rose Pinot Noir 2005, Chateau Mont Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2004, Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon 2003, Etude Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, and Pindar Cabernet Franc 2005.
New York Sun: Wine columnist Peter Hellman profiles Christy Canterbury, wine director of Culinary Concepts by Jean-Georges.
USA Today: Wine columnist Jerry Shriver recommends Laurenz V 'Singing' Gruner Veltliner 2005, and Paul Jaboulet Aine 'Les Jalets' Crozes-Hermitage 2004.
San Francisco Chronicle: The Chronicle tasting panel reviews Syrah wines from the South Central Coast of California. Highest rated are Rusack Santa Barbara County Syrah 2005, and Rusack Ballard Canyon Estate Santa Barbara County Syrah 2005.
San Francisco Chronicle: Wine editor Jon Bonne profiles vintner Pierro Antinori, and his Atlas Peak Vineyards in Napa Valley. Nice comment on Antica Cabernet Sauvignon 2004.
Sacramento Bee: Wine columnist Mike Dunne on 'minerality' and related wine tasting terms.
San Jose Mercury News: Wine columnist Laurie Daniel on differences of opinion among wine tasters. Also, notes from the Sonoma County Harvest Fair, with nice comments for several Chardonnays, including Benziger Family 2006, Mazzocco 2005, Roshambo 'Imago' 2005, Rodney Strong 2006, Alderbrook 2005, La Crema 2006, Valley of the Moon 2006, and Clos du Bois 'Calcaire' 2005.
Los Angeles Times: Guest writer Patrick Comiskey on the wines of Roussillon. Lots to like, with nicest comments for producers Domaine Gauby, Mas de la Deveze, Domaine du Clos des Fees, Calvet-Thunevin, and Domaine Ferrer-Ribiere.
Washington Post: Wine writers Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg on the foods and wines of Umbria and other Italian regions. On another page, tasting notes on Gabbiano Chianti Classico 2004, La Carraia Sangiovese 2005, Canella Prosecco di Conegliano NV, and Ruffino Orvieto Classico 2006.
Washington Times: Wine columnist Paul Lukacs on the downside of the Pinot Noir craze. Praise, however, for the wines of Domaine Drouhin, Merry Edwards, and Calera.
Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Michael Lonsford profiles Australian vintner Rolf Binder. On another page, much praise for the wines, especially the Rolf Binder 'Heinrich' 2005, and the Rolf Binder 'Highness' Riesling 2006.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Wine writer Gil Kulers on the mixed quality of Australian red wines. Favored are Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz and Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon, Two Hands Winery Bull and the Bear Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon, and Aphrodite Cabernet Sauvignon.
Arizona Republic: Wine columnist Mark Tarbell on the pros and cons of screwcap closures. Top choice this week is Clos Pegase 'Mitsuko's Vineyard' Carneros Chardonnay 2005. Praise also for Yalumba 'Wild Ferment' Chardonnay 2005.
Rocky Mountain News: Wine columnist Jennifer Rosen on the benefits of red wine. Recommended are Cantina del Mandrolisai Rosso Superiore Sardegna 2003, Le Loup Blanc 'La Mere Grand' Minervois 2004, Mas de Daumas Gassac Rouge 2005, Arnaldo Caprai Sagrantino di Montefalco Collepiano 2003, Matthews Cellars Colombia Valley Red 2003, Bodegas Castillo Viejo Catamayor Tannat 2004, Chateau de Gaudou Cuvee Traditional Cahors 2003, Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2003, Clos Triguedina Cahors 2003, and Luigi d'Alessandro Syrah Il Bosco Cortona 2003.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine writer Bob Hosmon a new offering from Gloria Ferrer - the Brut Royal Cuve 2000.
Nashville Tennessean: Wine columnist Frank Sutherlan d on German Spatlese wines. Top choice is St. Urbans-Hof Piesporter Goldtropfchen 2005.
Chicago Tribune: Wine reporter Bill Daley on cork and other wine closures. Notes also from new book on the subject by George Taber.
The Oregonian: Wine columnist Matt Kramer on wines with a delicate touch. Suggested are Aveleda Alvarinho Vinho Verde 2006, and Col del Mondo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo 2006.
Baltimore Sun: Wine writer Michael Dresser picks Guenoc Cabernet Sauvignon 2005.
Cleveland Plain Dealer: Staff writer Donald Rosenberg picks Bogle Vineyards 'Phantom' 2004.
Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Michael Lonsford chooses Stag's Leap Chardonnay 2006.
Los Angeles Times: Wine writer Irene Virbila picks Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Rosso di Montalcino 2005.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Wine columnist Richard Kinssies selects Chateau Maroutine Bordeaux Blanc 2006.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine columnist Bob Hosmon picks Martin Codax Albarino 2006.
Denver Post: Wine columnist Tara Q. Thomas recommends Rimon Pomegranate Dessert Wine 2005.
Dallas Morning News: Wine columnist Rebecca Murphy picks Tasca d'Almerita Regaleali Bianco Sicilia 2006.
New York Times: Wine columnist Eric Asimov on the struggle for respect in Beaujolais. On another page, comments on numerous cru Beaujolais wines, with Domaine du Vissoux Moulin-a-Vent Les Deux Roches 2005 named best of group, while Domiane Cheysson Chiroubles 2005 is cited for value.
Wall Street Journal: Wine columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher onthe wines of Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Top choice is Domaine Grand Veneur 2005, while Domaine de Saint Siffrein 2003 is lauded for value.
Business Week: Wine critic Robert Parker on Palminia Wines. Highest ratings are for the Malvasia Bianca Larner Vineyard 2006, Barbera Honea Vineyard 2005, Tocai Friuliano Honea Vineyard 2006, and Pinot Grigio Honea Vineyard 2006.
Bloomberg News Service: Wine columnist Elin McCoy on unusual grape varieties. Recommended are Ameztoi Txakoli 2006, Colome Torrontes 2006, Louro do Bolo Godello 2006, Terredora di Paolo Fiano di Avellino Terre di Doro 2006, Tselepos Moschofilero Mantinia 2006, Alois Lageder Lagrein Rose 2006, Anita & Hans Nittnaus Blauer Zweigelt 2005, Arnaldo Caprai Sagratino di Montefalco Collepiano 2003, Dow Vale do Bomfim Douro Reserva 2004, Pucho 2005, and Thierry Puzelat La Tesniere Pineau d'Aunis 2005.
Newsday: Staff writer Peter Gianotti recommends red wines for fall, including Torres Celeste Red 2006, Castellani Poggio al Casone 'La Cattura' 2004, Castello di Volpaia Chianti Classico 2004, Fortitude Shake Ridge 2005, Chateau Reynella Shiraz 2003, Foley Santa Rose Pinot Noir 2005, Chateau Mont Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2004, Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon 2003, Etude Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, and Pindar Cabernet Franc 2005.
New York Sun: Wine columnist Peter Hellman profiles Christy Canterbury, wine director of Culinary Concepts by Jean-Georges.
USA Today: Wine columnist Jerry Shriver recommends Laurenz V 'Singing' Gruner Veltliner 2005, and Paul Jaboulet Aine 'Les Jalets' Crozes-Hermitage 2004.
San Francisco Chronicle: The Chronicle tasting panel reviews Syrah wines from the South Central Coast of California. Highest rated are Rusack Santa Barbara County Syrah 2005, and Rusack Ballard Canyon Estate Santa Barbara County Syrah 2005.
San Francisco Chronicle: Wine editor Jon Bonne profiles vintner Pierro Antinori, and his Atlas Peak Vineyards in Napa Valley. Nice comment on Antica Cabernet Sauvignon 2004.
Sacramento Bee: Wine columnist Mike Dunne on 'minerality' and related wine tasting terms.
San Jose Mercury News: Wine columnist Laurie Daniel on differences of opinion among wine tasters. Also, notes from the Sonoma County Harvest Fair, with nice comments for several Chardonnays, including Benziger Family 2006, Mazzocco 2005, Roshambo 'Imago' 2005, Rodney Strong 2006, Alderbrook 2005, La Crema 2006, Valley of the Moon 2006, and Clos du Bois 'Calcaire' 2005.
Los Angeles Times: Guest writer Patrick Comiskey on the wines of Roussillon. Lots to like, with nicest comments for producers Domaine Gauby, Mas de la Deveze, Domaine du Clos des Fees, Calvet-Thunevin, and Domaine Ferrer-Ribiere.
Washington Post: Wine writers Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg on the foods and wines of Umbria and other Italian regions. On another page, tasting notes on Gabbiano Chianti Classico 2004, La Carraia Sangiovese 2005, Canella Prosecco di Conegliano NV, and Ruffino Orvieto Classico 2006.
Washington Times: Wine columnist Paul Lukacs on the downside of the Pinot Noir craze. Praise, however, for the wines of Domaine Drouhin, Merry Edwards, and Calera.
Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Michael Lonsford profiles Australian vintner Rolf Binder. On another page, much praise for the wines, especially the Rolf Binder 'Heinrich' 2005, and the Rolf Binder 'Highness' Riesling 2006.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Wine writer Gil Kulers on the mixed quality of Australian red wines. Favored are Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz and Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon, Two Hands Winery Bull and the Bear Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon, and Aphrodite Cabernet Sauvignon.
Arizona Republic: Wine columnist Mark Tarbell on the pros and cons of screwcap closures. Top choice this week is Clos Pegase 'Mitsuko's Vineyard' Carneros Chardonnay 2005. Praise also for Yalumba 'Wild Ferment' Chardonnay 2005.
Rocky Mountain News: Wine columnist Jennifer Rosen on the benefits of red wine. Recommended are Cantina del Mandrolisai Rosso Superiore Sardegna 2003, Le Loup Blanc 'La Mere Grand' Minervois 2004, Mas de Daumas Gassac Rouge 2005, Arnaldo Caprai Sagrantino di Montefalco Collepiano 2003, Matthews Cellars Colombia Valley Red 2003, Bodegas Castillo Viejo Catamayor Tannat 2004, Chateau de Gaudou Cuvee Traditional Cahors 2003, Allegrini Palazzo della Torre 2003, Clos Triguedina Cahors 2003, and Luigi d'Alessandro Syrah Il Bosco Cortona 2003.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine writer Bob Hosmon a new offering from Gloria Ferrer - the Brut Royal Cuve 2000.
Nashville Tennessean: Wine columnist Frank Sutherlan d on German Spatlese wines. Top choice is St. Urbans-Hof Piesporter Goldtropfchen 2005.
Chicago Tribune: Wine reporter Bill Daley on cork and other wine closures. Notes also from new book on the subject by George Taber.
The Oregonian: Wine columnist Matt Kramer on wines with a delicate touch. Suggested are Aveleda Alvarinho Vinho Verde 2006, and Col del Mondo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo 2006.
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