St Patrick day wines

A fine wet dreary day to try wines in. I feel sorry for the St Pats revelers in this weather.

From Craig Rohner of Pinnacle

nqn Picada white. 2007 Chard, Sauv blanc and Pinot Noir, well only 5% but I thought it would be interesting.turns out I was wrong. Everything was just a little off. flavors, colors, aromas. I tried a little Vernaccia from Italy which had the same type of nose which you expect from a soft styled wine from Italy, but the nqn I was thinking would have more depth to it... next time

Laroche Macon-Morizotte 2006 bright straw color, lemon grass flavors with a nice texture. good acidity..nice wine for $16

Mas de la Dame Cuvee Gournande 2005 a young wine completely organic. i was hoping for some more bigger....if that makes sense but it was very restrained...you will find this in the organic section of the store. also around $16

Vinum Cellars Pets Petite Sirah 2006 new label with a screw top. winner for me of this set. juicy but not heavy. coffee and plum. lots of ripe fruit.

k Boom Boom Syrah Washington 2006 Bright fruit flavors but didnt really care for the finish all that much. something of a sulfur taste..fresh fruit but not much depth...maybe too young too..



Also tasted Mark West Chardonnay nice and oaky for the money. Will be on sale for the rest of March.

Elyse Nero Misto a great blend of rhone style grapes Dark purple in the glass and fruity and rich flavors. One that will go away I am sure.