July 30th, 2010 Chuck Posted in Merlot, USA No Comments »
January 17th, 2010 Chuck Posted in Canada, Merlot No Comments »
October 10th, 2009 Sean Posted in Merlot, USA No Comments »
| Only in America? This merlot came to us for $1.99. Often called two-buck-chuck, this wine is mostly found at Trader Joe’s in the United States. One thing is certain, we have never encountered two-dollar wine in Canada…god bless America. |
| First thing is the colour, yeah thats right I spelled it with a “u”. Get over it. Great dark purple, with light edges. We were actually surprised as this wine is not offensive, easy drinking and generally “not bad”. Does that make it a California Cab? Hell no. But, if your having a group over or making large quantities of Sangria. |
| Tip: chill slightly |
| Taste |
cherry, strawberry, berry jam |
| Smell |
vanilla, strawberry, cherry cola |
| Food |
cheese nachos, cheddar, cold cuts |
| Sweetness |
off dry |
| Price |
$1.99 |
| LCBO# |
0 |
| Score |
3  |
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January 31st, 2009 Sean Posted in France, Merlot No Comments »
| I don’t drink a lot of French wine. There I said it. I’m also willing to bet you don’t either. Probably because the France section of the liquor store is a scary place. But in my quest for great wines under $20 I came across Domaine des Aspes a few years ago. |
| This is the first red from them that I have tried (the whites are terrific). This is an easy going Merlot with lots of character, nice even black fruit. Does not need food to shine, also a crowd pleaser. I picked up a case and stashed it in my collection for everyday wine. |
| Tip: Released on Jan 10, 2009 |
| Taste |
black berry, cedar, plum |
| Smell |
dark berries, black cherry, wild raspberry |
| Food |
beef stew, grilled vegetables, light pasta |
| Sweetness |
dry |
| Price |
$14.95 |
| LCBO# |
951665 |
| Score |
4 |
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April 24th, 2008 Chuck Posted in Australia, Merlot No Comments »
| Bursting with ripe plum and dark berry flavours, this off dry Australian merlot can be sipped on it’s own or paired with food. Noticeably, this wine is designed to be very palatable from the first pour to the last, it does not open up or oxidize as you make your way through the bottle. |
| For those taking note, get your pen out, as you could call this wine flabby. To be balanced, it would need more tannin and acidity. |
| Tip: tulip glass |
| Taste |
grape, plum, vanilla |
| Smell |
plum, vanilla, menthol |
| Food |
roast beef |
| Sweetness |
off dry |
| Price |
$12.35 |
| LCBO# |
458679 |
| Score |
2.5 |
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February 23rd, 2008 Chuck Posted in Australia, Merlot No Comments »
| Yellow Tail….ahhh, the world’s top selling brand. Lets begin. |
This is definitely a love it or hate it wine, I found it to be in a class on it’s own.
If you’re a typical merlot drinker, you may not like this one.
If you’re not a typical wine drinker you may love this wine. |
| This wine has been labeled as being created in the boardroom rather than in the vineyards (translation: that’s what the kids call a ‘diss’, or what adults call an insult). So they try to appease the masses, good business and it shows, hell, they are the first winery I’ve found to display Nutritional Information. |
Tip: open this bottle up for non-winedrinkers, you just may convert them to the dark side  |
| Taste |
an entire spice rack, juicy ripe fruit |
| Smell |
plum, oak, vanilla |
| Food |
bbq |
| Sweetness |
off dry |
| Price |
$12.20 |
| LCBO# |
625350 |
| Score |
2 |
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January 20th, 2008 Archive Posted in Merlot, USA No Comments »
| From the wine maker www.doghousewine.com |
| Eager to please with a friendly nose of sweet black cherries, anise and the perfume of iris blossoms. Boysenberry and pomegranate flavors dominate, with toasty and earthy notes fleshing out into a creamy mid-palate. The lingering, chalky finish is complemented by very fine and elegant tannins. |
| Signature Recipe: Marinated Pork Medallions with Grainy Mustard and Rosemary Scented Sauce. |
| $14.00 |
| This wine has not been reviewed by nosnob.com |
| Feel free to Rate It if you’ve had the chance to taste this wine |
January 17th, 2008 Archive Posted in France, Merlot No Comments »
| From the winemaker azzarowine.com |
| This is a dark red wine with aromas of poppies, cherry and black currants. Smooth and delicious, its silky tannins will enchant all palates. |
| Enjoy it throughout a meal with both red and white meats and cheese. Perfect as a before-dinner drink with varied appetizers. Serve chilled. |
| $ 12.85 |
| This wine has not been reviewed by nosnob.com |
| Feel free to Rate It if you’ve had the chance to taste this wine |
January 13th, 2008 Archive Posted in Merlot, South Africa No Comments »
| From the winemaker fairview.co.za |
| Stellenbosch is the primary viticultural area in Southern Africa for growing Bordeaux varietals. This is our first 100% Stellenbosch origin Merlot from an exciting new project. |
| Palate: Medium to full bodied with rich fruit and walnuts.
Aroma: Blackberry, ripe plums and olives with wild honey hints |
| $ 16.85 |
| This wine has not been reviewed by nosnob.com |
| Feel free to Rate It if you’ve had the chance to taste this wine |
January 13th, 2008 Archive Posted in Merlot, USA No Comments »
| From the wine maker www.barefootwine.com |
| Medium to full body, balanced tannins. Red cherry & plum. Mocha finish complemented by smoky vanilla oak. Barefoot Merlot is perfect with beef, poultry, red sauce pastas, cheeses and desserts. |
| $10.00 |
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| Feel free to Rate It if you’ve had the chance to taste this wine |
January 12th, 2008 Archive Posted in Argentina, Merlot No Comments »
| From the winemaker bodegalarural.com.ar |
The 2000 growing season offered ideal conditions for the cultivation of rich, concentrated fruit in the high altitude wine country of Mendoza. A long, cool summer coupled with a mild harvest season combined to allow the grapes to ripen gradually, reaching their optimum level of maturity.
The 2000 Trumpeter Merlot has a dark red color with deep purple tones. The nose is focused and intense with jammy, black cherry aromas and notes of tobacco and vanilla. In the mouth it feels soft and enticing, with ripe cherry and plum fruit flavors and a lengthy silky finish. |
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| $ 14.05 |
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| Feel free to Rate It if you’ve had the chance to taste this wine |
January 6th, 2008 Archive Posted in Merlot, USA No Comments »
| From the wine maker www.beringer.com |
| A satisfying Merlot that delivers layers of fruit flavors and aromas. The 2004 Stone Cellars Merlot is luscious and well-balanced with ripe strawberry and red cherry flavors, a soft-mid palate and finishing with a hint of baking spice. You’ll enjoy sipping this wine as a pre-dinner aperitif or pairing it fruit-infused meat dishes like pork with plums and rosemary or even a turkey sandwich with bacon and cranberry sauce. |
| $13.85 |
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| This wine has not been reviewed by nosnob.com |
| Feel free to Rate It if you’ve had the chance to taste this wine |
January 4th, 2008 Archive Posted in Merlot, USA No Comments »
| From the wine maker www.jlohr.com |
| The 2006 Cypress Vineyards Merlot is purple red in color with youthful hues and medium density. One of the most memorable characteristics of this wine is the lovely aromas of fresh cherry and lifted spice, complemented by a subtle hint of mint and leather. On the palate, the wine follows through to a long and satisfying finish. I would recommend the 2006 Cypress Vineyards Merlot with beef filets with a red wine sauce or barbecued ribs. This wine should be enjoyed in its youth or cellared up to five years. |
| $11.50 |
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| This wine has not been reviewed by nosnob.com |
| Feel free to Rate It if you’ve had the chance to taste this wine |
