Monday, May 15, 2006

Venta Mazzaron 2003 Tempranillo

Game 4, Cavs vs Pistons. Suzanna orders Papa John's pizza and wings. I'm in a good mood. King James takes a victory and ties the series. Things are not looking good. This wine needs to open up. Contains a sharp of bite and lacks the magic fruit I look forward to meeting. I wouldn't give this another chance.

14% Alcohol
Country of Origin: Spain
Region: Duero River
Paid: x @ Astor Wines
Recommended by "imaginary woman" - tall glass of water

Thursday, May 11, 2006

Borsao 2004 Tres Picos Garnacha

The Gims ate pizza, while I dined on a crispy oven fried chicken salad (before coming over). The first sip indicates that we need this to open up. It delivers a punch.

[5/12/06, 10:15pm] Suzanna passed out from dining at Los Pollitos II. Joe Gim and I watched the Nets make unforced errors and lose game 3 to the Heat. The wine did not deliver any relief from the painful loss.

[5/13/06, 10:20 am] It's time to finish the bottle. Suzanna is showering, so I take a sip. It smells like rubbing alcohol and still delivers a punch. That mysterious lady deserves a punch for lying to us. Never again.

14% Alcohol
Country of Origin: Spain
Region: Borja
Paid: x @ Astor Wines
Recommended by: "imaginary woman" - tall glass of water

Saturday, May 6, 2006

Abadia Retuerta 2003 Rivola Estate Grown

Suzi returns from work and it's time for some vino. We opened this wine and it was a good idea. Smells of cherry and oak. The initial sip gives a smooth taste, with a tiny bite. This wine needs to open up a bit. I am starving!

13% Alcohol
Country of Origin: Spain
Region: Sardon De Duero
Paid $13.99 for 750 mL @ Astor Wines
Recommended by: "imaginary woman" - tall glass of water

Monday, May 1, 2006

Cartlidge & Browne 2005 Pinot Noir

It has a sudden spice which is like an unpleasant kick in the shin. Far from a smooth tasting pinot. Stay away from Cappacola and vino. However, Suzanna is preparing dinner. She is making penne with a vodka sauce, containing shrimp, peas, shittake mushrooms. This wonderful meal will help me overlook this subpar wine.

13% Alcohol
Country of Origin: USA
Region: California
Paid $12.99 for 750 mL @ Astor Wines, New York, NY