Wine ID: 40524
Diseno Malbec : Diseno, Mendoz, Argentina
Type: Red Wine Variety: Malbec Price: $9.99 Size: -- UPC: --  

Logged on: 08/02/2008

My Rating: 3 Stars

On Wish List: No

My Notes:

Wine ID: 39149
Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec 2004: Bodega Catena Zapata, Argentina
Type: Red Wine Variety: Malbec Price: $16.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2008 to 2014  
Wine Tags: Very Good But Pricey

Logged on: 02/24/2008

My Rating: 4 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 5

My Notes: Very good but reviewers compare it to Merlot. Still a favorite of the WTC.

Wine ID: 39148
Bodegas Caro Cabernet 2006: Bodegas Caro, Argentina
Type: Red Wine Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Price: $14.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2008 to 2016  
• Wine Advocate: 88 
Wine Tags: Very Good Choice catena malbec

Logged on: 02/24/2008

My Rating: 5 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 1

My Notes: Bright & ruby red. The group liked this wine although we could not get a complete 5 star rating. 89-91 rating. I gave it 5 stars for taste, texture and food pairing.

Wine ID: 39147
Bodega Norton Malbec 2007: Bodega Norton, Mendoza, Argentina
Type: Red Wine Variety: Malbec Price: $7.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2007 to 2012  
Wine Tags: Impressive Cosecha Especial extra brut tablecollection

Logged on: 02/24/2008

My Rating: 4 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 1

My Notes: Young red that should be drunk over the next 4-5 years. Very impressive for such a young wine. Great for the price!

Wine ID: 39058
La Grola Allegrini Superiore 2004: Allegrini, Veneto
Type: Red Wine Variety: Other Red Varietal Price: $17.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2008 to 2012  

Logged on: 02/22/2008

My Rating: 5 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 1

My Notes: Blend: 70% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella, 10% Syrah and 5% Sangiovese. Very nice wine!

Wine ID: 39053
Antica Corte Valpolicella Superiore 2004: Antica Corte, Veneto, Italy
Type: Red Wine Variety: Valpolicella Ripasso Price: $15 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2008 to 2012  
Wine Tags: Excellent

Logged on: 02/22/2008

My Rating: 4 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 1

My Notes: Much depth!

Wine ID: 39051
Carmen Reserve Cabernet 2004: Vina Carmen S.A., Chile
Type: Red Wine Variety: Cabernet, Syrah, Merlot Price: $11 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2008 to 2012  
• Wine Spectator: 88 
Wine Tags: Delicious

Logged on: 02/22/2008

My Rating: 5 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 5

My Notes: Deep ruby red with intense and complex aromas

Wine ID: 38935
Montes Alpha Cabernet 2005: , Chile
Type: Red Wine Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Price: $14.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2008 to 2020  
• Wine Advocate: 89 
Wine Tags: Excellent

Logged on: 02/20/2008

My Rating: 5 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 2

My Notes: This well-made Cabernet can be enjoyed through 2020. Over recent years, Montes has been one of the standard-bearers of quality wines from Chile under the leadership of Aurelio Montes. The lineup is top-notch from entry level to top-of-the-line."

Wine ID: 38929
Zenato Ripasso del Valpolicella 2005: , Italy - Tuscany
Type: Red Wine Variety: Corvina, Rondinella, Sangiovese Price: $21.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2008 to 2010  
Wine Tags: Velvety Texture

Logged on: 02/19/2008

My Rating: 4 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 1

My Notes: Well Structured, velvety smooth. Aged for 6 months in stainless steel tanks and 6-8 additional months in oak barrels.

Wine ID: 38928
Villa Maffei Valpolicella Ripasso 2005: Villa Maffei, Veneto, Italy
Type: Red Wine Variety: Valpolicella Ripasso Price: $12.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: Now to 2012  
• Wine Enthusiast: 90 

Logged on: 02/19/2008

My Rating: 5 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 5

My Notes: Ripasso that almost taste like Amarone for less cost. A favorite of the WTC (Wine Tasters Club).

Wine ID: 38926
Panarroz 2004: , Jumilla, Spain
Type: Red Wine Variety: Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah Price: $7.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: 2008 to 2010  
• Wine Advocate: 90 
Wine Tags: Great Wine For The Price

Logged on: 02/19/2008

My Rating: 3 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 1

My Notes: Along with the WTC (Wine Tasters Club) we actually rated this wine 3.5 Stars. Drink slightly below room temperature to get the full tasting effect of this gorgeous Spanish wine.

Wine ID: 38896
Cruz Alta President's Reserve 2004: Cruz Alta, Mendoza Argentina
Type: Red Wine Variety: Malbec Price: $19.99 Size: 750ml UPC: -- When to Drink: Now to 2009  
• Wine Spectator: 88 

Logged on: 02/18/2008

My Rating: 5 Stars

On Wish List: No

Bottles in Cellar: 7

My Notes: Excellent Choice in wine. The WTC (Wine Taster's Club) recommends this wine. Mostly Malbec with a bit of Cab and Syrah.