1006, 2011
Tasting: 2010 Husch Chenin Blanc
I was doing a tasting of 2010 Husch Chenin Blanc (Mendocino, CA) last week with a number of my customers and it was very well received. Many customers had [...]
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Rich, fresh and well-balanced fruit. The concentration of the dry extract is notable and admirably set off by considerable tannic structure, very lively acidity and a level of alcohol that ensure good ageing potential. The retro-olfactory sensations echo those on the nose. This is a long, fresh, concentrated and very elegant wine. Ageing potential: it has a long future ahead of it. - It is a beautiful transparent ruby red hue . Big and complex on the nose with notes of cherry, raspberry and a hint of red currant . The wine is fruity, well balanced and structured. It is warm and round, the taste confirms the notes in the bouquet . It is a long and persistent wine . Serve with red meats, game, and aged cheeses.
- Rich, fresh and well-balanced fruit. The concentration of the dry extract is notable and admirably set off by considerable tannic structure, very lively acidity and a level of alcohol that ensure good ageing potential. The retro-olfactory sensations echo those on the nose. This is a long, fresh, concentrated and very elegant wine. Ageing potential: it has a long future ahead of it.
- Yellow in color with green reflections it is clear and transparent. The bouquet is strong, complex and fruity, very clean accentuated by notes of dry fruits and almonds. Great body and great acidity, the flavors are warm and well balanced, pleasing and elegant. The after taste confirms the notes of the bouquet.
- Great structure, ample red fruit with sweet tannins. This is a soft, succulent and very classic wine.
- A brilliant ruby color introduces an array of aromas including vanilla, warm plum and blackberries. A symphony of cassis, huckleberries, brown spices, minerals and black cherries on the tongue. Smooth, inky, and rich. Great structure. Supple mouth feel with a good balance of ripe sweet fruit and acidity. Easy drinking with soft, even, smooth tannins. Aged in small oak barrels for 12 months, the total production of this wine is under 600 cases per year.
- The nose is mixed with leather and incense as spicy tones of cloves and licorice waft from the glass. Medium-bodied and fiery, the mouth reveals layers of full rich cream, white pepper and the nectar of ripe black fruits. Generous and hearty, with loads of jammy, black stone fruit. The concentration and supple power reflect the energy within each bottle, which echo the remarkable relationship between winemaker and land.
- Aged in 100% stainless steel to best capture the pure essence of the grape, the wine has an expressive nose of peach, mango and candied rose petals. In the glass, Percorino is a full bodied wine with moderate and balanced acidity. Flavors and aromas of invigorating bright yellow fruits, wild sage, white ginger, white pepper, along with hints of almonds and hazelnuts make for a long, full mineral-rich mouth. Pure and vibrant! The structure is firm with the classic Pecorino trademarked flash of minerality…
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The Barolo Gianni Gagliardo is born mainly from our vines of La Morra, with the addition of our grapes from Monforte d'Alba and Barolo. This combination of soils provides its subtle and expressive character even in youth, while giving an excellent ageing potential. -
A wonderful balance of fresh crisp fruit and acidity. Light with delicate lemon, lime and kiwi on the nose; lead to fresh melon, honey and fig tones makes this ideal as an aperitif or with fish and pasta dishes. -
This easy to drink red wine has a wonderful mouth feel, silky texture and a pleasant aroma. -
This great wine has clean citrus flavors with a pleasant fruity aroma. It is vinified from some of the fines grapes from the Delle Venezie region in Italy -
The wine has a rich deep cherry, black fruit and fresh berry forward taste with deep wonderful structure and color. Luscious plum, cinnamon, wild strawberries with a ruddy cherry sweetness fill up this extra voluptuous and sultry Chianti Classico. The fruit is well balanced and made bright by great acidity. Elegant and lengthy in the finish. Unrefined and unfiltered, to preserve every bit of the perfect Sangiovese fruit.