Winesmith's Wine Log ----------------------------------------- WineLog ID: 27960 Name: Sipranillo Seleccion Especial Region: Spain - Calatayud Type: Red Wine Variety: Tempranillo Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $11 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 02/06/2007 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Sipping this wine after a tempranillo hiatus, I'm reminded why I like tempranillo. An excellent value at $11. WineLog ID: 27377 Name: Pearly Bay Cape White Winery: Pearly Bay Region: Western Cape - South Africa Type: White Wine Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 01/03/2007 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: A completely forgettable white, but it's only $4 at Trader Joe's, so it's also completely gulp-able. It's apparently a non-vintage wine (no year stated on bottle). Must have some Sauvignon Blanc in it. WineLog ID: 27358 Name: Bonal Tempranillo Winery: Bonal Region: Spain - Valdepenas Type: Red Wine Variety: Tempranillo Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $9.99 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 01/01/2007 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: A delicious tempranillo, good value. Good to bring to a dinner / party. WineLog ID: 27269 Name: Craneford Viognier Winery: Craneford Region: Australia - South Australia - Adelaide Hills Type: White Wine Variety: Viognier Year/Vintage: 2005 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 12/28/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: A decent - but forgettable - Viognier. Lots of alcohol at 14.5%. WineLog ID: 26967 Name: Ophir Syrah Winery: Ophir Wines Region: California - Sierra Foothills Type: Red Wine Variety: Syrah Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $18 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 12/08/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Great value. Found for $10 at Schneiders in Capitol Hill. Called back to reserve a few more bottles. Medium to heavy body with a pleasant peppery-ness. WineLog ID: 25902 Name: Yalumba Viognier Region: South Australia Type: White Wine Variety: Viognier Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $10 Bottle Size: 750 Date Logged: 11/13/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Okay viognier for the price. Kind of astringent at times, though might've been served too cold. WineLog ID: 26436 Name: Silver Lake Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Winery: Silver Lake Winery Region: Washington - Columbia Valley Type: Red Wine Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Year/Vintage: 2002 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 11/04/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Went great with some grilled steaks. Would give 3.5 stars if I could. WineLog ID: 26313 Name: Pedro Pergolas Crianza Old Vines Tempranillo Winery: Pedro Pergolas Region: Valdepeņas, Spain Type: Red Wine Variety: Tempranillo Year/Vintage: 2001 Bottle Size: 750ml Tags: bland Date Logged: 10/19/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: A forgettable wine. Recommended by De Vinos. Nice store, but have now sworn off any recommendation from there. WineLog ID: 26312 Name: Ravenswood Vintners Blend Zinfandel Winery: Ravenswood Region: California Type: Red Wine Variety: Zinfandel Year/Vintage: 2003 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 10/19/2006 My Notes: Had this wine a couple weeks back and now can't remember what I thought of it. WineLog ID: 26311 Name: Kumkani Viognier 2004 Winery: Kumkani Region: South Africa - Stellenbosch Type: White Wine Variety: Viognier Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $14 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 10/19/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: A little better than the White Hall Viognier, but still not a winner, and not worth the $14 in my book. I am intrigued by this varietal, though, esp. for fall. WineLog ID: 26309 Name: Twisted Oak Silvaspoons Vineyard Petite Sirah Winery: Twisted Oak Region: Lodi, California Type: Red Wine Variety: Petite Sirah Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $24 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 10/19/2006 My Rating: 5 Stars My Notes: Winesmith really enjoyed this wine. Have to take it slow, though. Fruit, followed by creamy finish with some nuttiness. WineLog ID: 26249 Name: Chateau Chantal Pinot Noir Winery: Chateau Chantal Region: Michigan/Old Mission Peninsula Type: Red Wine Variety: Pinot Noir Year/Vintage: 2004 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 10/12/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: very light. not much body. but has special meaning to me for being a Michigan wine. Like the label. WineLog ID: 26143 Name: Slaley Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Winery: Slaley Region: South Africa - Stellenbosch Type: Red Wine Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 68%, Merlot 32% Year/Vintage: 1999 Price: $15 Bottle Size: 750 ml When to Drink: 2006 Date Logged: 10/01/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: A very enjoyable wine that is just past its prime. Drink immediately, but only at discounted prices. WineLog ID: 26142 Name: Twisted Oak Calaveras County Viognier Winery: Twisted Oak Region: Calaveras County Type: White Wine Variety: Viognier 100% Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $22 Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: twistedphilly Date Logged: 10/01/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Received as sample from Twisted Oak. Just my second viognier; still learning about varietal. Excellent white for sunny fall afternoon. WineLog ID: 26127 Name: Castello di Gabbiano Chianti Classico Riserva Winery: Castello di Gabbiano Region: Italy Type: Red Wine Variety: Sangiovese Year/Vintage: 2002 Date Logged: 09/29/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Received as wedding gift from Mike. WineLog ID: 25973 Name: Mersault Charmes Winery: Domaine Joseph Matrot Region: France Type: White Wine Variety: White Burgundy Year/Vintage: 2002 Date Logged: 09/18/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Received as wedding gift from office. Good and very drinkable. Would probably pair with a light pasta next time. WineLog ID: 25901 Name: White Hall Viognier Winery: White Hall Vineyards Region: Virginia Type: White Wine Variety: Viognier 100% Year/Vintage: 2004 Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: full_body full_flavor farm Date Logged: 08/27/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Interesting white with a lot of body and flavor. But taste reminds me of a farm. WineLog ID: 25894 Name: 1 + 1 = 3 Rose Winery: u mes u fan tres Region: Spain Type: Blush Wine Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $15.99 Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: 1 Date Logged: 08/26/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: A flavorful dry rose with nice body. Alcohol peaks through a little bit, though. WineLog ID: 25881 Name: Sipino Pinot Noir Winery: Yamhill Valley Vineyards Region: Willamette Valley Type: Red Wine Variety: Pinot Noir 100% Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $17 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 08/24/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Recommended at Schneider's for wedding. Good, but need to serve at around 60 degreees for max enjoyment. WineLog ID: 25877 Name: Cascina Adelaide "Le Mie Donne" Winery: Cascina Adelaide Region: Italy Type: Red Wine Variety: Babera Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $20 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 08/21/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Recommended at Schneider's for wedding. Okay, but forgettable. Sugar crystals deposited at bottom of glass. Will ask for different recommendation. WineLog ID: 25853 Name: Maison Ambroise Bourgogne Chardonnay Winery: Maison Ambroise Region: France Type: White Wine Variety: Chardonnay Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $20 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 08/19/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: A very nice Chardonnay. Not too oaky. Recommended at Schneider's of Capitol Hill. Will probably serve at wedding. WineLog ID: 25852 Name: Villa Jolanda Prosecco Winery: Villa Jolanda Region: Italy Type: Sparkling Wine Variety: Prosecco Date Logged: 08/19/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: An OK prosecco, but light and lacking in character. Still prefer the Zardetto Prosecco. WineLog ID: 25851 Name: Tillerman White Winery: Hook & Ladder Region: California - Russian River Valley Type: White Wine Variety: Blend Year/Vintage: 2005 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 08/19/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Received as "media sample" from winery. Four thumbs up in our house and a good value at $16 retail. Appreciate no oak. WineLog ID: 25846 Name: Colosi Sicilia Rosso Winery: Cantine Colosi Region: Italy Type: Red Wine Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $12 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 08/16/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Recommended by the waiter at Spezie. A delicious wine and a great match for our dinner. Will seek out at Litteri's. WineLog ID: 25830 Name: Spellbound Petite Sirah Winery: Spellbound Region: California Type: Red Wine Variety: Petite Sirah Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $14 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 08/13/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Dark, medium-bodied, with a little dry sweetness. Was Wash Post "Wine of the Week" WineLog ID: 25829 Name: Widmer Brickstone Cellars Dry Riesling Winery: Widmer Brickstone Cellars Region: New York - Finger Lakes Type: White Wine Variety: Riesling Year/Vintage: 2005 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 08/13/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Gift from Julie. First NY wine. Refreshing. Not as sweet as most rieslings. WineLog ID: 25822 Name: Red Flyer Winery: Hahn Estates Region: California Type: Red Wine Variety: Red Rhone Blend Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $9 Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: syrah mourvedre grenache carignane Date Logged: 08/11/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: I enjoyed as a daily wine with dinner, but N didn't like it. Was "Wine of the Week" in Washington Post WineLog ID: 25815 Name: Talus Pinot Grigio Winery: Talus Region: California - Lodi Type: White Wine Variety: Pinot Grigio Year/Vintage: 2004 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 08/09/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Good for daily wine with dinner, especially during summer. WineLog ID: 25787 Name: Turner Road Cabernet Sauvignon Winery: Turner Road Vineyards Region: Paso Robles California Type: Red Wine Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Year/Vintage: 2002 Price: $9 Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: 13.5%_Alcohol Date Logged: 08/05/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Not bad, but forgettable. Not much finish. WineLog ID: 25781 Name: Gruet Ros Winery: Gruet Region: New Mexico Type: Sparkling Wine Variety: Pinot Noir 100% Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: 12.6%_Alcohol Date Logged: 08/04/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Tasted at "Champagne and Other Bubbles." Favorite rose so far for the summer. WineLog ID: 25780 Name: Zardetto Prosecco Winery: Zardetto Region: Italy Type: Sparkling Wine Variety: Prosecco Date Logged: 08/04/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Tasted at "Champagne and Other Bubbles." Quality prosecco, also available at nearby stores. WineLog ID: 25779 Name: Teliani Valley Saperavi Winery: Teliani Valley Region: Republic of Georgia Type: Red Wine Variety: Saperavi Year/Vintage: 2003 Tags: 11.7%_Alcohol Date Logged: 08/04/2006 My Notes: Tasted at "My Doctor Told me to Drink More Red Wine." Wasn't a fan first time around, but got free bottle, so will try again. WineLog ID: 2924 Name: Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Winery: Cantina Zaccagnini Region: Tuscany Type: Red Wine Variety: Montepulciano Year/Vintage: 2001 Bottle Size: 750ml When to Drink: Now Drink By: 2007 UPC: 89475501014 Date Logged: 07/31/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars WineLog ID: 25734 Name: Brander Cuvee Natalie Winery: Brander Region: California - Santa Ynez Valley Type: White Wine Variety: 55% Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling 17%, Pinot Gris 14%, Pinot Blanc 1 Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $20 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 07/28/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Good. But for the price (paid $22) it could've been better. WineLog ID: 25635 Name: Simonsig Chenin Blanc Winery: Simonsig Region: South Africa - Stellenbosch Type: White Wine Variety: Chenin Blanc Year/Vintage: 2005 Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: 14.3% Alcohol Date Logged: 07/19/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars WineLog ID: 25618 Name: Cinsault Syrah Rose Winery: Laurent Miquel Region: France Type: Blush Wine Variety: Cinsault 80%, Syrah 20% Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $8 Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: 13% Alcohol Date Logged: 07/16/2006 My Notes: Brought to poker, but didn't get a chance to try. Plan to get again so I can taste it! WineLog ID: 25596 Name: La Rosee De Pavie Recolte Winery: Chateau de Pavia Region: France Type: Blush Wine Variety: Bordeaux Blend Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $14 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 07/14/2006 My Rating: 1 Stars My Notes: I'll probably pour out the bottle. A second recommendation from a clerk at De Vinos that I didn't like. Reminds me of medicinal alcohol. WineLog ID: 25595 Name: Gazela Vinho Verde Winery: Gazela Region: Portugal Type: White Wine Variety: Vinho Verde Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $6 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 07/14/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Gets a 2. But for $6, it's the perfect refreshment on a hot afternoon. WineLog ID: 25548 Name: Bogle Petite Sirah Winery: Bogle Vineyards Region: California Type: Red Wine Variety: Petite Sirah Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $14 Bottle Size: 750 ml Tags: blackberry Date Logged: 07/09/2006 My Rating: 5 Stars My Notes: Had in Michigan. Plan to try again to see if the 5-star rating holds. WineLog ID: 25540 Name: Fratelli Pasini Valpolicella Winery: Fratelli Pasini Region: Italy Type: Red Wine Variety: Valpolicella Year/Vintage: 2002 Price: $7 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 07/07/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Forgettable. But for $7, I'm not complaining. Okay as a daily wine with dinner. WineLog ID: 25508 Name: Murphy Goode Merlot Winery: Murphy Goode Region: Alexander Valley, California Type: Red Wine Variety: Merlot Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $19 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 07/04/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: A very nice Merlot. Recommended in Wash Post. Wish I didn't have to pay $20 for it. WineLog ID: 3581 Name: Sofia Rose Winery: Francis Coppola Region: Sonoma Type: Blush Wine Variety: Pinot Noir Rose Year/Vintage: 2004 Bottle Size: 750ml Date Logged: 07/03/2006 My Rating: 1 Stars My Notes: Okay, but not much flavor. Comes in a gorgeous bottle, though. WineLog ID: 25466 Name: H. Stagnari Gewurztraminer Winery: H. Stagnari Region: Uruguay Type: White Wine Variety: Gewurztraminer Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $12 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/30/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Picked up on a whim at De Vinos. Enjoyed it and will likely buy again. WineLog ID: 25464 Name: Garnacha Tempranillo Rose Winery: Tres Ojos Region: Calatayud - Spain Type: Blush Wine Variety: Garnacha 50%, Tempranillo 50% Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $8 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/30/2006 My Rating: 1 Stars My Notes: Rose with nice body and dark color. But lots of alcohol (14.5%) that you can taste. Okay to drink, but seems more like a mixed drink. Recommended by clerk at De Vinos. WineLog ID: 25440 Name: Meridian Pinot Noir Winery: Meridian Region: Central Coast - California Type: Red Wine Variety: Pinot Noir Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $10 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Okay flavor, but doesn't linger. Very light. WineLog ID: 25419 Name: Coriole Chenin Blanc Winery: Coriole Vineyards Region: Australia Type: White Wine Variety: Chenin Blanc Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $15 Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. WineLog ID: 25418 Name: Omrah Shiraz Winery: Plantagenet Region: Western Austrialia Type: Red Wine Variety: Shiraz Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $16 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. WineLog ID: 25417 Name: Omrah Unoaked Chardonnay Winery: Plantagenet Region: Western Austrialia Type: White Wine Variety: Chardonnay Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $19 Tags: unoaked Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. As I'm not a fan of oaky chardonny, it's nice to try it unoaked. But this was kind of steely. WineLog ID: 25416 Name: Hazard Hill Rose Winery: Plantagenet Region: Western Austrialia Type: Blush Wine Variety: Rose Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $11 Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. Great body for a rose. WineLog ID: 25415 Name: Kumkani Pinotage Winery: Kumkani Region: South Africa Type: Red Wine Variety: Pinotage Year/Vintage: 2003 Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. WineLog ID: 25413 Name: Premiere Vintage Petite Sirah Winery: Jessie's Grove Region: California Type: Red Wine Variety: Petite Sirah Year/Vintage: 2002/04 Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. Will buy when I get the chance. Want to try more Petite Sirahs. WineLog ID: 25414 Name: Earth, Zin & Fire Old Vine Zinfandel Winery: Jessie's Grove Region: California Type: Red Wine Variety: Zinfandel Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $13 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. WineLog ID: 25412 Name: Zakanaka Pinotage Winery: Zakanaka Wines Region: South Africa Type: Red Wine Variety: Pinotage Year/Vintage: 2005 Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. Very big wine. Wrote "beefy" in my notes. WineLog ID: 25411 Name: Zakanaka Sauvignon Blanc Winery: Zakanaka Wines Region: South Africa Type: White Wine Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Year/Vintage: 2006 Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars My Notes: Sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. WineLog ID: 25410 Name: McWilliam's Shiraz Winery: McWilliam's Hanwood Estate Region: South Eastern Australia Type: Red Wine Variety: Shiraz Year/Vintage: 2002 Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. WineLog ID: 16668 Name: Barone Fini Pinot Grigio Winery: Barone Ridge Region: Alto Adige, Italy Type: White Wine Variety: Pinot Grigio Year/Vintage: 2005 Bottle Size: 750ml Tags: light crisp pear fruity Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. WineLog ID: 7137 Name: Valdadige Winery: Barone Fini Region: Veneto Type: White Wine Variety: Pinot Grigio Year/Vintage: 2004 Bottle Size: 750ml When to Drink: Now Drink By: Now UPC: 19049002920 Date Logged: 06/26/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: sampled at 2006 DC Wine and Food Festival. WineLog ID: 25348 Name: Chateau Souvrain Sauvignon Blanc Winery: Chataeu Souvrain Region: Alexander Valley Type: White Wine Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $12 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/23/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars WineLog ID: 25328 Name: Eye of the Toad Winery: Toad Hollow Region: Sonoma County Type: Blush Wine Variety: Pinot Noir, Dry Rose Year/Vintage: 2005 Price: $10 Bottle Size: 750ml UPC: 711408927829 Date Logged: 06/23/2006 My Rating: 1 Stars My Notes: very light-bodied rose. might try again on a hot afternoon. WineLog ID: 25342 Name: Bearboat Pinot Noir Winery: Bearboat Region: Russian River Valley - California Type: Red Wine Variety: Pinot Noir Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $22 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/22/2006 My Rating: 5 Stars My Notes: First had with Natalie in Sausalito. WineLog ID: 25341 Name: Trimbach Pinot Blanc Winery: Trimbach Region: Alsace Type: White Wine Variety: Pinot Blanc Year/Vintage: 2003 Price: $14 Bottle Size: 750ml Date Logged: 06/22/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars WineLog ID: 25335 Name: Tedeschi Vineyards Maui Blanc Winery: Tedeschi Vineyards Region: Hawaii Type: White Wine Variety: Pineapple Price: $7.95 Bottle Size: 750ml Date Logged: 06/21/2006 My Rating: 2 Stars WineLog ID: 7038 Name: Chateau Ste Michelle Gewurztraminer Winery: Chateau Ste. Michelle Region: Columbia Valley Type: White Wine Variety: Gewurztraminer Bottle Size: 750ml UPC: 88586625824 Date Logged: 06/21/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars WineLog ID: 25333 Name: Mulderbosch Chenin Blanc Winery: Mulderbosch Region: Souh Africa Type: White Wine Variety: Chenin Blanc Year/Vintage: 2004 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/21/2006 My Rating: 3 Stars WineLog ID: 25332 Name: Marietta Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Winery: Marietta Cellars Region: Sonoma County Type: Red Wine Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Year/Vintage: 2002 Price: $19 Bottle Size: 750 ml Date Logged: 06/21/2006 My Rating: 4 Stars My Notes: Fruity, but not sweet. Big presence. Lots of alcohol. WineLog ID: 7643 Name: Rock Rabbit Sauvignon Blanc Winery: Mark West Region: California Type: White Wine Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Year/Vintage: 2004 Price: $10 Bottle Size: 750ml Date Logged: 06/20/2006 My Rating: 5 Stars My Notes: Good, crisp, refreshing. Good value at $10.