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Wines
of the Week: Summertime Sips
Summer
may be winding down, but there's still time to enjoy a nice
cold glass on wine on a hot day. So, whether you are sitting
out on the porch, enjoying a meal with friends, or just having
a glass after work, all these wines are ideal to open. Cheers
and enjoy!
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Sol
Rouge 2018 Rosel
Winery:
Sol Rouge
Grape(s): 85%
Grenache & 15% Cinsault
Region: Lake County, California
Year: 2018
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 20-25
Review:
Lively berry aromas intermingle among whispers of spice
and wild flowers on the nose. The palate offers up flavors
of raspberry, cranberry, and red cherry that unfurl into
notes of spice and minerals. The wine is framed by a crisp
acidity and good fruit. Match it with grilled chicken
breasts.
Rating: 90 |
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Winery
SF 2017 Chardonnay
Winery:
Winery SF
Grape(s): Chardonnay
Region:
North Coast, California
Year:2017
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 15-20
Review:
The nose weaves together aromas of pears, peaches, and
citrus fruits with nuances of fresh bread and light oak.
With a sip, flavors of pear, peach, and lemon flow into
allusions of cream and lightly toasted oak. A fresh acidity
and balance of flavors make this a Chardonnay to enjoy
with crab cakes.
Rating: 89 |
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VIE
2018 "Belle-Amie" Rose
Winery:
VIE
Grape(s): Syrah,
Grenache, Mourvedre
Region: North Coast, California
Year: 2018
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 20-25
Review:
Ripe black cherry, raspberry and plum aromas combine among
earthy and herbal hints on the nose. A lively acidity
lifts flavors of bramble berries and cherries, alongside
accents of rosemary, minerals, and white pepper. It's
a bold Rose that's well-suited to pair with food. Spicy
grilled shrimp would do nicely.
Rating: 89 |
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San
Simeon 2018 Grenache Rose
Winery:
San Simeon
Grape(s):
100% Grenache
Region:
Paso Robles,
California
Year: 2018
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 15-20
Review:
The nose brings forth aromas of strawberry, white peach,
and raspberry, accented by allusions of white blossoms
and bubble gum. Flavors of strawberries, nectarines, and
grapefruit meld among expressions of bubble gum and spring
flowers on the palate. Light and approachable, it's ideal
for summertime sipping.
Rating: 89 |
By
Jason Barlow
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*Wines
rated with a "+" need
a bit more time to reach peak quality
but will
do so over the coming years
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