Wine Review Weekly
August 18, 2008
Excellent article this week in the San Francisco Chronicle by guest writer Peter Liem on Vinho Verde and the overall improvements in dry wines from Portugal. On the other coast, Eric Asimov of the New York Times has many nice things to say about the Albarino wines from Spain. And Elin McCoy, writing for Bloomberg News, finds much to praise in the evolution of Pinot Noir wines from Oregon. John Gillespie
Baltimore Sun: Wine writer Michael Dresser picks Etude Pinot Gris 2007.
Cleveland Plain Dealer: Staff writer Donald Rosenberg picks White Truck White Wine 2007.
Washington Times: Wine columnist Paul Lukacs selects Cono Sur Pinot Noir 2007.
Los Angeles Times: Wine writer Irene Virbila picks Marchesi Alfieri Sansoero Grignolino 2006.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Wine columnist Richard Kinssies selects Dona Paula Los Cardos Malbec 2007.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine columnist Bob Hosmon picks Planeta Rose.
New York Times: Wine writer Howard Goldberg's under $20 selection is Boissiere Extra Dry Vermouth.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Wine writer Gil Kulers suggests Barefoot Bubbly Pinot Grigio NV.
Philadelphia Inquirer: Staff writer Craig LaBan suggests Feudi di San Gregorio Rubrato 2005.
Denver Post: Wine columnist Tara Q. Thomas recommends Hill of Content Benjamin's Blend 2005.
Dallas Morning News: Wine columnist Rebecca Murphy picks Claude Branger Muscadet Sevre et Maine Sur Lie Terroir Les Gras Moutons 2005.
New York Times: Wine columnist Eric Asimov on Albarino wines from Spain. Lots to like and praise for several tasted, with the Orballo 2006 deemed best (and noted also for value).
Wall Street Journal: Wine columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher are on their annual August vacation.
Business Week: Wine critic Robert Parker on wines from the Antinori family. Highest rating is for the Solaia 2005.
Bloomberg News Service: Wine columnist Elin McCoy on Pinot Noir wines from Oregon. Nice comments for many, including Ponzi Vineyards Reserve 2006, Eyrie Vineyards 2005, Hamacher Pinot Rose 2007, Domaine Serene Two Barns Vineyard 2005, Adelsheim Elizabeth's Reserve 2006, Chehalem Reserve 2005, and Domaine Drouhin 1991.
New York Sun: Wine columnist Peter Hellman on the opening of a new winery - Brooklyn Oenology - in Brooklyn. You got a problem with that?
New York Dialy News: Staff writer Rachel Wharton asks New York wine retailer Tom Geniesse to find bargain wines to pair with summertime foods. The choices are Mirrabooka Chardonnay 2005, Dr. Loosen Riesling 2007, Valle Reale Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Vigne Nuove' 2006, Cusomano Nero d'Avola 2007, Fleur de Mer Rose NV, and Chateau Lamothe Bordeaux 2007.
Newark Star-Ledger: Wine writer John Foy on Bearboat winery and winemaker Raphael Brisbois. Praise for the Bearboat Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2006.
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San Francisco Chronicle: The Chronicle tasting panel reviews Pinot Noir wines from Mendocino County. Praise for several, but highest score goes to MacPhail Wightman House Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2006.
San Francisco Chronicle: Guest writer Peter Liem on Vinho Verde wines. Extensive and authoritative article, with focus on the evolution of quality in the wines. Tasting notes on offerings from Broadbent, Provam Varanda do Conde, Quinta da Aveleda, Quinta de Azevedo, Dorado, Palacio da Brejoeira, Quinta de Soalheiro, and Solar de Serrade.
Sacramento Bee: Wine columnist Mike Dunne on rose wines. Tasting notes on Valley of the Moon Rosato di Sangiovese 2007, Amador Foothill Winery Rosato of Sangiovese 2007, Bonny Doon Vin Gris de Cigare 2007, Bray Vineyard Barbera Rosato 2007, and C.G. di Arie Vineyard & Winery Rose di Arie 2007.
San Jose Mercury News: Wine columnist Laurie Daniel on white wines for summer drinking. Sauvignon Blanc wines from Bernardus, Voss, Charles Krug, Sterling, Kenwood, Sonoma Vineyards, Kendall-Jackson, and Penalolen are recommended. For Chardonnay, recommendations go to Estancia, Taz, and Cameron Hughes. Pinot Gris/Grigio choices are from Taz, Cosentino, Hogue Cellars, and Ruffino. Other white wines from Tangent, Alba Rosa, Condes de Albarei, Ca' del Solo, Thomas Fogarty, and Seven Daughters also get a nod.
Los Angeles Times: Staff writer Russ Parsons on rose wines for summer enjoyment. Nice comments for offerings from Robert Sinskey, Domaine Ott, and Domaine Tempier, but highest praise is saved for Commanderie de Peyrassol Cotes de Provence, and Villa Wolf Rose de Pinot Noir. On another page, tasting notes on the top six choices.
Washington Post: Wine writers Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg on affordable American wines. Nice comments for several from Beringer, including the Stone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Stone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon NV, and Stone Cellars California Merlot NV. From Gallo, nice comments on the Sonoma Vineyards Reserve Chardonnay 2006, Sierra Valley California Chardonnay 2005, and Sonoma Vineyards Reserve Pinot Noir 2005. Karen's top choice, though, is Beringer Founder's Estate California Merlot 2005, while Andrew favors Pommery Pop Champagne NV.
Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Dale Robertson on the pitfalls of traveling with wine. Also, local expert recommends Chateau Coutet 2005, and nice mention for Neil Ellis Sauvignon Blanc 2007.
Arizona Republic: Wine columnist Mark Tarbell has nice things to say about Pillsbury Wine Company, in Arizona, and their wines. Also, nice rating for First Drop Mother's Milk Shiraz 2004, from Australia.
Minneapolis Star Tribune: Wine writer Bill Ward on wine blogger Ryan Opaz and his Catavino site (Catavino.net). Recommended wine this week is Arrocal Ribera del Duero 2005.
Dallas Morning News: Guest writer Tina Danze on Peirano Estate Vineyards, with nice things to say for newly released 'The Other' 2006.
Rocky Mountain News: Wine columnist Ben Weinberg on the concept of terroir. Recommended this week (as examples of wines expressing a sense of place) are Basa Rueda Blanco 2007, Swanson Pinot Grigio 2006, Louis Jadot Rose 2007, Santa Lucia Castel del Monte 2007, Van Duzer Pinot Noir 2006, and Huia Pinot Noir Marlborough 2005.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine writer Bob Hosmon on the pleasures of Sauvignon Blanc. Offerings from Frog's Leap, Merryvale, Stag's Leap, and Grgich Hills are recommended.
Miami Herald: Wine columnist Fred Tasker on a variety of wine news topics, including the shipping of Boisset Beaujolais Nouveau this year in plastic bottles.
Nashville Tennessean: Wine columnist Frank Sutherland on white wines for summer. Top choice is Colombelle Vin de Pays des Cotes de Gascogne 2007.
Chicago Tribune: Wine reporter Bill Daley offers up a wine themed crossword puzzle this week.
Baltimore Sun: Wine writer Michael Dresser picks Etude Pinot Gris 2007.
Cleveland Plain Dealer: Staff writer Donald Rosenberg picks White Truck White Wine 2007.
Washington Times: Wine columnist Paul Lukacs selects Cono Sur Pinot Noir 2007.
Los Angeles Times: Wine writer Irene Virbila picks Marchesi Alfieri Sansoero Grignolino 2006.
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Wine columnist Richard Kinssies selects Dona Paula Los Cardos Malbec 2007.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine columnist Bob Hosmon picks Planeta Rose.
New York Times: Wine writer Howard Goldberg's under $20 selection is Boissiere Extra Dry Vermouth.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Wine writer Gil Kulers suggests Barefoot Bubbly Pinot Grigio NV.
Philadelphia Inquirer: Staff writer Craig LaBan suggests Feudi di San Gregorio Rubrato 2005.
Denver Post: Wine columnist Tara Q. Thomas recommends Hill of Content Benjamin's Blend 2005.
Dallas Morning News: Wine columnist Rebecca Murphy picks Claude Branger Muscadet Sevre et Maine Sur Lie Terroir Les Gras Moutons 2005.
New York Times: Wine columnist Eric Asimov on Albarino wines from Spain. Lots to like and praise for several tasted, with the Orballo 2006 deemed best (and noted also for value).
Wall Street Journal: Wine columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher are on their annual August vacation.
Business Week: Wine critic Robert Parker on wines from the Antinori family. Highest rating is for the Solaia 2005.
Bloomberg News Service: Wine columnist Elin McCoy on Pinot Noir wines from Oregon. Nice comments for many, including Ponzi Vineyards Reserve 2006, Eyrie Vineyards 2005, Hamacher Pinot Rose 2007, Domaine Serene Two Barns Vineyard 2005, Adelsheim Elizabeth's Reserve 2006, Chehalem Reserve 2005, and Domaine Drouhin 1991.
New York Sun: Wine columnist Peter Hellman on the opening of a new winery - Brooklyn Oenology - in Brooklyn. You got a problem with that?
New York Dialy News: Staff writer Rachel Wharton asks New York wine retailer Tom Geniesse to find bargain wines to pair with summertime foods. The choices are Mirrabooka Chardonnay 2005, Dr. Loosen Riesling 2007, Valle Reale Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Vigne Nuove' 2006, Cusomano Nero d'Avola 2007, Fleur de Mer Rose NV, and Chateau Lamothe Bordeaux 2007.
Newark Star-Ledger: Wine writer John Foy on Bearboat winery and winemaker Raphael Brisbois. Praise for the Bearboat Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2006.
Subscribe to Wine Review Weekly: Start your personal subscription to this newsletter at this link.
San Francisco Chronicle: The Chronicle tasting panel reviews Pinot Noir wines from Mendocino County. Praise for several, but highest score goes to MacPhail Wightman House Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2006.
San Francisco Chronicle: Guest writer Peter Liem on Vinho Verde wines. Extensive and authoritative article, with focus on the evolution of quality in the wines. Tasting notes on offerings from Broadbent, Provam Varanda do Conde, Quinta da Aveleda, Quinta de Azevedo, Dorado, Palacio da Brejoeira, Quinta de Soalheiro, and Solar de Serrade.
Sacramento Bee: Wine columnist Mike Dunne on rose wines. Tasting notes on Valley of the Moon Rosato di Sangiovese 2007, Amador Foothill Winery Rosato of Sangiovese 2007, Bonny Doon Vin Gris de Cigare 2007, Bray Vineyard Barbera Rosato 2007, and C.G. di Arie Vineyard & Winery Rose di Arie 2007.
San Jose Mercury News: Wine columnist Laurie Daniel on white wines for summer drinking. Sauvignon Blanc wines from Bernardus, Voss, Charles Krug, Sterling, Kenwood, Sonoma Vineyards, Kendall-Jackson, and Penalolen are recommended. For Chardonnay, recommendations go to Estancia, Taz, and Cameron Hughes. Pinot Gris/Grigio choices are from Taz, Cosentino, Hogue Cellars, and Ruffino. Other white wines from Tangent, Alba Rosa, Condes de Albarei, Ca' del Solo, Thomas Fogarty, and Seven Daughters also get a nod.
Los Angeles Times: Staff writer Russ Parsons on rose wines for summer enjoyment. Nice comments for offerings from Robert Sinskey, Domaine Ott, and Domaine Tempier, but highest praise is saved for Commanderie de Peyrassol Cotes de Provence, and Villa Wolf Rose de Pinot Noir. On another page, tasting notes on the top six choices.
Washington Post: Wine writers Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg on affordable American wines. Nice comments for several from Beringer, including the Stone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Stone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon NV, and Stone Cellars California Merlot NV. From Gallo, nice comments on the Sonoma Vineyards Reserve Chardonnay 2006, Sierra Valley California Chardonnay 2005, and Sonoma Vineyards Reserve Pinot Noir 2005. Karen's top choice, though, is Beringer Founder's Estate California Merlot 2005, while Andrew favors Pommery Pop Champagne NV.
Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Dale Robertson on the pitfalls of traveling with wine. Also, local expert recommends Chateau Coutet 2005, and nice mention for Neil Ellis Sauvignon Blanc 2007.
Arizona Republic: Wine columnist Mark Tarbell has nice things to say about Pillsbury Wine Company, in Arizona, and their wines. Also, nice rating for First Drop Mother's Milk Shiraz 2004, from Australia.
Minneapolis Star Tribune: Wine writer Bill Ward on wine blogger Ryan Opaz and his Catavino site (Catavino.net). Recommended wine this week is Arrocal Ribera del Duero 2005.
Dallas Morning News: Guest writer Tina Danze on Peirano Estate Vineyards, with nice things to say for newly released 'The Other' 2006.
Rocky Mountain News: Wine columnist Ben Weinberg on the concept of terroir. Recommended this week (as examples of wines expressing a sense of place) are Basa Rueda Blanco 2007, Swanson Pinot Grigio 2006, Louis Jadot Rose 2007, Santa Lucia Castel del Monte 2007, Van Duzer Pinot Noir 2006, and Huia Pinot Noir Marlborough 2005.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine writer Bob Hosmon on the pleasures of Sauvignon Blanc. Offerings from Frog's Leap, Merryvale, Stag's Leap, and Grgich Hills are recommended.
Miami Herald: Wine columnist Fred Tasker on a variety of wine news topics, including the shipping of Boisset Beaujolais Nouveau this year in plastic bottles.
Nashville Tennessean: Wine columnist Frank Sutherland on white wines for summer. Top choice is Colombelle Vin de Pays des Cotes de Gascogne 2007.
Chicago Tribune: Wine reporter Bill Daley offers up a wine themed crossword puzzle this week.
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