Monthly Archives: July 2015

Martinez Lacuesta Rosado 2014 – 87 Points

87 Points Light, bright orange. Ripe red berries and a hint of cherry pit on the nose. Lush and open-knit, offering slightly warm raspberry and cherry pit flavors and a hint of bitter orange pith. Picks up a peppery element with air and finishes with good bite and decent persistence. — Josh Raynolds (Vinous) 4/15  .
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Garduño Rose Bobal 2014 – 87 Points

87 Points Pale silver-pink. High-pitched aromas of pink grapefruit, strawberry and ginger, with a subtle floral nuance in the background. Dry and tightly wound, offering zesty citrus fruit and red berry flavors and a touch of musky rhubarb. Closes on a slightly tart note, leaving bitter orange zest and white pepper notes behind. — Josh Raynolds (Vinous) 4/15.
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Terra do Touros

DO Tejo (Touriga Nacional, Pinot Noir) 750 ml Terra de Touros Shelf Talker 2 x 2 TASTING NOTES Pinot Noir and the noble Portuguese grape, Touriga Nacional blended seamlessly, creating a smooth red wine with bright red fruits and soft tannins. Pairs well with pasta & red sauce, burgers, pizza and grilled pork..
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Ponte Branco Vinho Verde

DO Tejo, Portugal (Loureiro, Trajadura) 750 ml TASTING NOTES Clear citrine color. Intense and fresh aroma of citrus and tropical fruits. Crisp and persistent. Pairs well with any fish in particular cod, sushi, white meats and pasta. Wine made from Loureiro and Trajadura grapes and naturally carbonated with gives the wine the fresh natural flavors of green apples and lemon..
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Garduño Rose Bobal

VT Castilla La Mancha(100% Bobal) 750 ml Download Small Shelf Talker PDF Download Large Shelf Talker PDF RECENT REVIEWS Pale silver-pink. High-pitched aromas of pink grapefruit, strawberry and ginger, with a subtle floral nuance in the background. Dry and tightly wound, offering zesty citrus fruit and red berry flavors and a touch of musky rhubarb. Closes on a slightly tart note, leaving bitter orange zest and white pepper notes behind. — 87 POINTS, Josh Raynolds (Vinous) 4/15  .
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Francesc Ricart Cava Brut

DO Cava (Xarello, Macabeo, Parrellada) 750 ml Download Technical Note PDF Background Francesc Ricart Brut is a cava made following its Traditional Method in the most representative area of the DO Cava, which is the region of Penedes and Sant Sadurní d´Anoia A careful selection of the best Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Perellada local varieties and a meticulous winemaking process -the second fermentation and the subsequent ageing take place in the bottle- are the basis of this cava. This cava respects the essence of a traditional brut and it is a fresh and easy-drinking wine. The first cava made by Vintae takes its name from an essential figure in the history of the company, a pillar of our evolution and our personality as winemakers, the sales manager Francesc Ricart Milá. Source: http://vintaeapp.com/en/coleccion/francesc-ricart Tasting Notes Pale yellow colour, with floral and honey hints, it is fresh, balanced, fruity, and with fine bubbles. Ideal.
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