Wine Tasting- Milbrandt Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine Tasting- Milbrandt Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Milbrandt Vineyards
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Country: United States
State: Washington
Year: 2012
Price: $14.79

Winery Review:
Our 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon is smooth and rich with classic aromas of dark cherry, blackberry, dried herbs and hints of vanilla and espresso. This wine is dense with chewy tannins on the mid-palate giving way to a touch of vanilla and toast on the lingering finish

My Review:
I really liked this wine. Really big bodied with robust flavors, the tannins really come through on this one. and the heat is just perfect at a %13.5. On the nose, that vanilla comes through and as well as an earthy kind of leather (dried herbs seem to elude me). Really reminds me of an Old World wine on the nose. On the tongue, this is a really jammy wine with all sorts of herbs that are complimented by a creamy, vanilla finish. I really liked this one.

I did not have food with this wine.

Wine Tasting- Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio

Wine Tasting- Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio

Name: Ecco Domani
Variety: Pinot Grigio
Country: Italy
Year: 2013
Price: $11.29

Winery Review:
Notes of light citrus and delicate floral aromas are complemented by hints of tropical fruit flavors. The wine is medium-bodied, with a pleasantly soft palate and crisp, refreshing finish.
My Review:
Right off the initial smell I knew this was going to be far too citrusy for me. Strong hints of pineapple really overpowered this for me. I absolutely despised the finish but this has always been an issue between me and pinot grigio. It just reminds me too much of cat urine. Well, technically, there isn't anything wrong with it. Just not a fan of grigio

I did not have this wine with food.

Tasting- Thorny Rose Red Blend

Wine Tasting- Thorny Rose Red Blend

Name: Thorny Rose
Variety: Red Blend with Cabernet, Malbec, and Syrah
Country: United States
State: Washington
Year: ???
Price: $10.79

Winery Review:
*Stuff*

My Review:
So the description is notably lacking here since the back of the bottle wasn't really explaining anything, only with random descriptors such as, "chocolate:" and, "unwind". Well, I definitely see where they got some of these so it isn't completely silly. This wine is obviously oaked, giving the rich, red body a hint of vanilla. I got hints of coffee on the palate and only very faintest traces of cinnamon and brown sugar.

I did not have this wine with food.

Wine tasting- Peter Mertes Riesling

Wine Tasting- Peter Mertes Riesling

Name: Peter Mertes
Variety: Riesling
Country: Germany
Year: 2013
Price: $6.97

Winery Review:
Crafted in the well-respected Rheinhessen region of Germany, this quality Riesling is crisp, clean and easy drinking. Floral and fruit aromas suggest sweet melon and honey with enough acidity to ensure a beautifully balanced and versatile wine.

My Review:
I liked this wine. It had a good body and a really nice, floral bouquet. The honey was really strong with this one but it worked as the finish was nice and clean. Additionally, got some apricot and apple but the melon still eludes me. Overall, really good.

I did not have this wine with food.

Wine Tasting- Chocovine

Tasting- Chocovine


Name: Chocovine
Variety: Supposedly Cabernet
Country: Holland
Year: ???
Price: $12.99

Winery Review:
ChocoVine is a fine French Cabernet subtly combined with a rich dark chocolate from Holland, paired together to create a decadent, silky smooth drink. It can be served on the rocks or as the main ingredient to an array of sinful cocktails.

My Review:
Blech. Perhaps my first big mistake here was thinking, "hey, I like these two things on their own, this sounds like a winning combination!" Well, no, it really isn't. I get chocolate milk on the nose and there isn't even the hint of Cabernet somewhere in there. It tastes like Bailey's but with a 14% alcohol percentage, there's some noticeable heat behind it. Well, if you plan on cooking with it, fine. Otherwise avoid.

I did not have this wine with food. Probably a mistake.

Wine Tasting- Sheffiel Cellars Silver Lane Oak Mellowed Marsala

Tasting- Sheffield Cellars Silver Lane Oak Mellowed Marsala


Name: Sheffield Cellars
Variety: Marsala
Country: United States
State: California
Year: ???
Price: $5.99

Winery Review:
*NOTHING TO ADD HERE*

My Review:
Yeah, that's right, a wine that isn't trying to sell itself. Weird, huh? Anyway, this was my first introduction to fortified wine. Holy cow is that a lot of alcohol and boy do I burn for it. Anyway, heat aside, it came to my intention that most people usually cook with this wine only after I tried it. Um, I got alcohol on the nose. Really, not a whole lot else I can add here. I got a super jammy red currant and cherry behind all that heat. Overall, I would use this for cooking, just not drinking.

I did not have this wine with food.

Wine Tasting- Blufeld Riesling

Tasting- Blufeld Riesling


Name: Blufeld
Variety: 100% Riesling
Country: Germany
Region: Mosel
Year: 2013
Price: $8.99

Winery Review:
The 2013 blüfeld medium sweet Riesling exhibits aromas of white flowers, lime, and ripe apricots. In the mouth, juicy acidity balances very well with the sweetness. A distinct minerality reminds us of the origin of this wine. blüfeld Riesling is light, bright, and precise, perfect for everyday enjoyment. Enjoy on its own or perfectly paired with spicy Asian cuisine, mild Indian dishes, sushi, salads, light appetizers, and, of course, German-style meals.

My Review:
Well, not bad for my first encounter with a Riesling. I can definitely see where the descriptor summery comes from. This wine was just extremely floral on the nose. Don't ask me which ones. I don't know anything at all about flowers. Anyway, the wine was sweet but not overpowering with a nice body. I got apricots, lime, and even some apple although not listed.

I did not have this wine with food.