Snooth.com - recent reviews by rachel27

Catena Alta Malbec 2005

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 18:01:12 -0400

Name: Catena Alta Malbec
Vintage: 2005
Varietal: Malbec
Winery: Catena Alta
Region: Argentina
Price: $35.12
SnoothRank: 4/5

rachel27's Rating: 4.5/5
rachel27's Review: Had this wine with some tapas and it was amazing. Mouth coating smokiness with a lingering finish and great tannins. One of the best malbecs I've tried.

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Mandolina Wines Barbera 2005

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 15:40:03 -0400

Name: Mandolina Wines Barbera
Vintage: 2005
Varietal: Barbera
Winery: Mandolina
Region: USA > California > Santa Barbara
Price: $21.00
SnoothRank: 4/5

rachel27's Rating: 4/5
rachel27's Review: I really enjoyed this earthy wine with a velvety texture that makes it so smooth with a nice lingering finish. It's probably considered a food wine but I could really enjoy this one on its own as well. And the price is right!

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Mandolina Wines Moscato 2006

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 15:34:18 -0400

Name: Mandolina Wines Moscato
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: Muscat Blanc
Winery: Mandolina
Region: USA > California > Santa Barbara
Price: $16.00
SnoothRank: 2/5

rachel27's Rating: 2/5
rachel27's Review: Very crisp - too much carbonation for me. Only lightly sweet, which was a pleasant surprise. Very refreshing for a hot summer day.

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Peju Province Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:13:25 -0400

Name: Peju Province Winery Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2004
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Peju Province Winery
Region: USA > California > Napa
Price: $49.60
SnoothRank: 4/5

rachel27's Rating: 5/5
rachel27's Review: Intense berry aroma with a hint of vanilla. Lovely bouquet alludes to the well balanced berry and earthy flavors. Really smooth.

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Lokoya Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder 2004

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:08:31 -0400

Name: Lokoya Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder
Vintage: 2004
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Lokoya
Region: USA > California > Napa > Mount Veeder
Price: $183.17
SnoothRank: 4.5/5

rachel27's Rating: 5/5
rachel27's Review: Spices explode with a prolonged oaky finish. Powerful and complex.

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Franciscan Oakville Estate Magnificat 2004

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:04:58 -0400

Name: Franciscan Oakville Estate Magnificat
Vintage: 2004
Varietal:
Winery: Franciscan Oakville Estate
Region: USA > California > Napa > Oakville
Price: $43.54
SnoothRank: 4/5

rachel27's Rating: 4.5/5
rachel27's Review: Wow it hits every taste bud; dark chocolate, black cherry, smoky finish. I love the intensity.

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Silverado Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:01:44 -0400

Name: Silverado Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2004
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Silverado Vineyards
Region: USA > California > Napa
Price: $46.33
SnoothRank: 3.5/5

rachel27's Rating: 3.5/5
rachel27's Review: Jammy fruit and cherry with an oaky finish

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Monticello Vineyards Chardonnay Corley Family Estate Grown 2005

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:57:57 -0400

Name: Monticello Vineyards Chardonnay Corley Family Estate Grown
Vintage: 2005
Varietal: Chardonnay
Winery: Corley Family Napa Valley
Region: USA > California > Napa > Oak Knoll
SnoothRank: 2.5/5

rachel27's Rating: 2.5/5
rachel27's Review: Peach, apricot, the new oak gives it a little complexity

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Reynolds Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Napa Valley 2004

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:52:08 -0400

Name: Reynolds Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Napa Valley
Vintage: 2004
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Reynolds Family Winery
Region: USA > California > Napa
Price: $42.49
SnoothRank: 4/5

rachel27's Rating: 4.5/5
rachel27's Review: Earthy, leather, chocolate notes. Heavy pepper, Lingering finish.

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Domaine Carneros Brut Sparkling Wine 2004

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:49:52 -0400

Name: Domaine Carneros Brut Sparkling Wine
Vintage: 2004
Varietal:
Winery: Domaine Carneros
Region: USA > California > Napa
Price: $24.89
SnoothRank: 3/5

rachel27's Rating: 3/5
rachel27's Review: 60% pinot noir, 40% chardonnay. Aged 3 years, and good for 10. Honeysuckle and melon. Crisp.

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