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Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling Columbia Valley 2008

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:46:47 -0400

Name: Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling Columbia Valley
Vintage: 2008
Varietal: Riesling
Winery: Chateau St. Michelle
Region: USA > Oregon > Columbia Valley
Price: $10.94
SnoothRank: 3/5

thefallingman's Rating: 3/5
thefallingman's Review: A beautifully clear wine. Soft oranges on the nose. Crisp, peachy, and a semi-dry finish. I like this.

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The Magnificent Wine House Wine Red 2006

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:06:27 -0400

Name: The Magnificent Wine House Wine Red
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon; Merlot; Syrah; Sangiovese; Malbec; Cabernet Franc
Winery: Magnificent Wine Co.
Region: USA > Washington > Columbia Valley
Price: $9.59
SnoothRank: 3.5/5

thefallingman's Rating: 4/5
thefallingman's Review: This wine started off badly: harsh with too much alcohol. However, a little breathing and it opened up very nicely. Earthy, spicy, and a little oakey with some blackberry behind it. I'll definitely snag up a few more bottles.

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Plungerhead Dry Creek Zinfandel 2007

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 21:28:54 -0400

Name: Plungerhead Dry Creek Zinfandel
Vintage: 2007
Varietal: Zinfandel
Winery: Don Sebastiani & Sons (The Other Guys)
Region: USA > California > Sonoma County > Dry Creek Valley
Price: $15.99
SnoothRank: 3/5

thefallingman's Rating: 2.5/5
thefallingman's Review: A nice lighter zin. Deep purple with a light, herbal nose. Smells of clover and honey. A touch of pepper, dried fruit, and Spanish cedar (seriously, it reminds me of a fresh humidor) on the tongue. A short, dry finish of not particular note. Made me want a mushroom & swiss hamburger for some reason.

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Barton & Guestier Sauternes White 2005

Sun, 31 May 2009 20:49:12 -0400

Name: Barton & Guestier Sauternes White
Vintage: 2005
Varietal:
Winery: Barton&Guestier
Region: France > Bordeaux > Sauternes
Price: $6.99
SnoothRank: 2.5/5

thefallingman's Rating: 2/5
thefallingman's Review: Sweet and syrupy. Would actually be a good desert wine.

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Hedges Cms White 2006

Sun, 24 May 2009 23:40:05 -0400

Name: Hedges Cms White
Vintage: 2006
Varietal:
Winery: Hedges
Region: USA > Oregon; Washington > Columbia Valley
Price: $14.79
SnoothRank: 3/5

thefallingman's Rating: 3.5/5
thefallingman's Review: Excellent crisp green fruits. On the dry side with lovely color and nose. Can be enjoyed alone or with seafood.

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Castello di Fonterutoli Chianti Classico 2001

Fri, 01 May 2009 17:02:47 -0400

Name: Castello di Fonterutoli Chianti Classico
Vintage: 2001
Varietal: Sangiovese
Winery: Castello di Fonterutoli
Region: Italy > Tuscany > Chianti Classico
Price: $42.99
SnoothRank: 3.5/5

thefallingman's Rating: 2.5/5
thefallingman's Review: Very dry and mineral. Paired okay with some grilled elk. Not sure age will improve this.

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Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio 2007

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 18:04:20 -0400

Name: Livio Felluga Pinot Grigio
Vintage: 2007
Varietal: Pinot Grigio
Winery: Livio Felluga
Region: Italy > Friuli
Price: $15.74
SnoothRank: 3/5

thefallingman's Rating: 3/5
thefallingman's Review: Beautiful golden color. Hay and herbs on the nose with a nice crisp citrus taste. A bit of a mineral finish.

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Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:01:14 -0400

Name: Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: USA > California > Sonoma County
Price: $17.99
SnoothRank: 3/5

thefallingman's Rating: 3.5/5
thefallingman's Review: Dark purple wine with few legs, but the ones that it has are long, lean, and fast. A good deep wine with an earthy, chocolaty nose. Lots of dark fruits, and spice on the tongue with a long, dark cocoa finish. Very well balanced.

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D'Arenberg The Stump Jump 2006

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 23:19:08 -0400

Name: D'Arenberg The Stump Jump
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: Grenache; Syrah; Mourvedre
Winery: d'Arenberg Wines Pty
Region: Australia > South Australia > Mclaren Vale
Price: $9.43
SnoothRank: 3/5

thefallingman's Rating: 3/5
thefallingman's Review: Very nice. Dry fruit on the nose. A bit sharp and metallic on the tongue with some earthy notes and a cranberry juice quality. A short, dry finish. Not the greatest, but it could work in the right situation.

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Bodega Renacer Malbec Mendoza Punto Final Reserva 2005

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 14:37:50 -0400

Name: Bodega Renacer Malbec Mendoza Punto Final Reserva
Vintage: 2005
Varietal: Malbec
Winery: Bodega Renacer
Region: Argentina > Mendoza
Price: $17.80
SnoothRank: 3.5/5

thefallingman's Rating: 2/5
thefallingman's Review: This was literally bottom of the barrel. There were large chunks of wood and lots of sediment in the bottle that totally ruined the experience. I'll pick up another bottle and try again.

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