Petaluma Coonawarra
2007
Predominately a Cabernet-Merlot blend, this iconic
Australian red made by winemaker Andrew Hardy also incorporates some Shiraz and Petit Verdot.
Still showing a youthful purple in the glass, the nose is surprisingly soft,
balancing the oak with plenty of ripe fruit, showing its 37% Merlot, as well as
characteristic Coonawarra mint. The Petit Verdot adds some attractive floral
notes. A well balanced pleasurable wine already, this should evolve nicely over
the next 5-10 years.
Pievalta Verdicchio
dei Castelli di Jesi 2010
Marche-based Pievalta has been owned by Barone Pizzini for
some years now, and the fruits of the professional, biodynamic approach of the
parent is paying off handsomely. The 2009 version of this wine garnered three
glasses from Gamberro Rosso, and the 2010 is another excellent interpretation.
Already showing some elegant complexity to accompany its floral
characteristics, this well structured 100% Verdicchio should continue to
develop nicely in the next couple of years.
J. Baumer
Rheingau Riesling 2009
Originally established by Joachim Bäumer, the winery has
been owned by the Ress family for over 50 years, and this wine is produced by
local growers under contract to the owners. The quality is great for the price,
and offers plenty of pleasure on a warm afternoon. Plenty of acidity, with lime
dominating the citrus flavours, and some underlying peach ripeness providing
enough sweetness to make for easy sipping.
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