Tasting- Norton Torrontes

Name: Norton Torrontes
Variety: 100% Torrontes
Region: Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Country:Argentina
Year:2011
Price: $5.95

Winery review: Greenish yellow with hints of gold, this Torrontés has intense aromas of white peach, rose petal, and jasmine. Norton Torrontés 2011 is pleasant and well balanced on the palate.

My review:This wine started with a light almost applish fruity scent.  Upon tasting, I got a nice fruity flavor with little to no finish at all.  It was definitely tasty and I would most like likely try it again.

This wine was tasted on its own with no food.

Tasting- Dibon Cava Brut Reserve

Name: Dibon Cava Brut Reserve
Variety: 45% Macabeo, 25% Xarel-lo, 30% Parellada
Region: Penedes
Country: Spain
Year: NV
Price: $9.95

Winery review: Xarel-lo, Parellada and Macabeo
The nose offers regal yeast and richness, while the palate has
complexity to prop up apple, citrus and grapefruit flavors. Solid
from front to back, with health and freshness.

My review: Very light on the nose to start off on this wine.  This was followed by a very fruity light flavor with a bit of carbonation.  It had a very solid finish.  I definitely enjoyed this wine and would try it again.

This wine was tasted on its own with no food.

Tasting- Opera Prima Pink Moscato

Name: Opera Prima Pink Moscato
Variety: 97% Muscat/3% Tempranillo
Region: Castilla La Mancha
Country: Spain
Year: NV
Price: $5.95

Winery review: This fine sparkling presents and intense aroma of fresh berries and tropical fruits with hints of white flavor petals. Delicate bubbles caress the palate offering a silky and pleasant sweetness well balanced by a crisp, refreshing finish. Ideal on it own, as an aperitif or with all types of sweets and desserts.

My review: I definitely got a citrusy aroma to start us off with this wine.  Then with the taste I got a carbonated smooth and sweet taste that finished with an almost sour crisp.  This is my first pink wine that I've tasted and I actually found it appetizing.  After the Moscato from last week, I was really excited about trying another and was not disappointed.  I would definitely consider buying and trying this wine again.

This wine was tasted on its own with no food.

Tasting- Sokol Blosser Meditrina

Name: Sokol Blosser Meditrina
Variety: Pinot Noir, Syrah, Zinfandel
Region: Oregon
Country: USA
Year: NV
Price: $7.95

Winery review: It’s created from the finest Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Zinfandel. The taste is lush and velvety with expressive notes of raspberry and cherry. It pairs nicely with pasta and anything off the grill.

My review:This wine had a very sour aroma to start everything off.  Upon tasting I immediately got a fruity taste.  Then the aftertaste brought about a sour raspberry taste.  I would like to try this wine again at another time and possibly pair it with something because it wasn't bad at all.

This wine was tasted on its own with no food.

Tasting- Black Opal Shiraz

Name: Black Opal Shiraz
Variety: 100% Shiraz
Region: Barossa Valley, South Eastern Australia
Country: Australia
Year: 2011
Price: $5.95

Winery review: The Black Opal wines are sourced from vineyards found in South Australia along the Limestone Coast, at Langhorne Creek and in  the infamous Barossa Valley. Black Opal Shiraz is rich red in the  glass. Aromas of blackberry, pepper and spice followed with rich  plum flavors round out the palate. Soft tannins give structure to the  fruit-driven palate.

My review:This wine had an aroma of a strong pepper and was almost spicy.  The taste was much different as I got almost of a pie taste with different fruits.  I would like to try this wine again later to fully appreciate all the different tastes it has to offer.

This wine was tasted on its own with no food.

Tasting- Wine Men of Gotham Chardonnay/Semillon

Name: Wine Men of Gotham Chardonnay/ Semillon
Variety: 80% Chardonnay, 20% Semillon
Region: South Australia
Country: Australia
Year: 2008
Price: $5.95

Winery review: Gotham’s 2008 Wine Men of Gotham Chardonnay Semillon is a  blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Semillon. It gives a moderate intensity of melon, guava, apricot and butterscotch aromas. The medium bodied palate provides attractive acidity along with plenty of tropical fruit flavors and a medium-long finish.

My review:This wine starts with a sweet smell with a slight twinge of sour.  Upon tasting, I got a very dry flavor with a sour taste.  I also got a very light flavoring of fruit.  The aftertaste consisted of more sour, that seemed to stick with me for a bit.  Not a very big fan of the dry taste and would probably not try again in the immediate future.

This wine was tasted on its own with no food.

Tasting- Beringer Riesling

Name: Beringer Riesling
Variety:100% Riesling
Region: California
Country: USA
Year: 2009
Price: $5.95

Winery review: This wine is the perfect balance of honeysuckle and bright peach flavors. A perfect compliment to light fare, appetizers, or just  sharing with friends.

My review: This wine starts with a sweet smell of grape, maybe even a new furniture smell?  Then upon tasting I got a light and sweet taste with a very solid sweet finish.  I would most definitely try this wine again.

This wine was tasted on its own with no food.