Wine reviews

Wine Review: Lamberti Santepietre Pinot Grigio

Varietal: 85% Pinot grigio; 15% complementary grapes Region: Veneto, Italy Producer: Lamberti Alcohol: 12% Pale lemon hue; bouquet of delicate fruits and flowers with hits of honey; refreshing, well balanced with exotic fruits and apples on the palate precede a medium finish. Suggested Food Pairing Light hors-d’oeuvres, fish, cold white meats  liz-palmer.com – June 18, […]

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Wine Review: Bodega Norton 2014 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon (100%) Region: Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina. Producer: Bodega Norton Alcohol: 13.6% Deep ruby-red in color; with aromas of blackberry and red pepper with hints of spice; dry with full body, balanced acidity and firm structure; ripe black fruit is enhanced by notes of vanilla and black pepper, with flavours lingering on

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Wine Review: Fleur Du Cap 2016 Bergkelder Selection Chardonnay

Varietal: Chardonnay (100%) Region: Western Cape, South Africa Producer: Bergkelder Ltd. Alcohol: 13.6% This lush offering is medium-bodied, brilliantly clear with light straw hues; boasts fresh citrus notes on the nose followed by hints of tropical fruit, revealing hints of oak and spice, which unveils right through on the taste; a beautiful balance between sweetness

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Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay 2015  – Wine Review

Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay 2015   Wine Review Lush tropical fruit integrated with some citrus notes. These flavors are carried through to the palate with some hints of vanilla spice to round out the long, lingering finish. Recommended Food Pairings: White meats, brie, goat cheese, parmesan, butter and cream sauces. Notes: America’s #1 selling Chardonnay

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Southbrook Triomphe Chardonnay 2015 [Niagara] – Wine Review

Southbrook Triomphe Chardonnay 2015 [Niagara]  Wine Review Aromas of orchard blossoms and fruit, with hints of dark earth and integrated oak. Shows elegance on the palate with creamy orchard fruits (apple and pear), seamless spice with a tangy lengthy finish. Recommended Food Pairings: Bloomy-rind cheeses, creamy seafood, roasted chicken and roast pork with apples. Tip:

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Wine Review: 2014 La Crema Willamette Pinot Noir

2014 La Crema Willamette Pinot Noir   Varietal:  Pinot Noir (100%) Region:  Williamette Valley, Oregon, USA Winery:  La Crema/Jackson Wine Estates International Review by Liz Palmer liz-palmer.com – November 27 2016 Rating: 90 points This lush offering is a medium-bodied, satin-smooth Oregonian Pinot Noir that has classic aromas of fleshy ripe cherry and berry in a delicate frame

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Wine Review: La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2014

90/100 This is an impressive wine at price and production level; a great go-to for many occasions. This pinot noir delivers aromas of earthy notes, wild strawberry, with hints of red plum and rose petals, around a light, bright core; while remaining soft and smooth in texture and intensity; finishing with flavors of cherry, cola,

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Which Airline has the Best Wine? The Results.

Global Traveler, the only AAM-audited magazine for business and luxury travelers, has released their results of its 12th annual Wines on the Wing Airline Wine Competition. The competition, held May 10, took place at INNSIDE New York Nomad. I was one of the judges who participated in the blind tasting of airlines’ white, red and

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Fleur du Cap Wine and Artisanal Salt Pairing – A Unique Experience

 South Africa’s critically acclaimed-chef Craig Cormack has teamed up with Fleur du Cap winery to create specially designed dishes, which are seasoned with unique salts and perfectly paired with award-winning unfiltered Fleur du Cap wines. Just as there are regions for wine growing, there are also regions for salt. Craig has sourced out black lava

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