Tasting - Finca Flichman

Name - Finca Flichman

Variety -  Malbec

Country- Argentina

Year - 2012

Price - $10.99

Shop/wine critic/winery review - None

My Review - Malbec for me is one of those average wines.  It definitely isnt my favorite, but its not bad either.  I do enjoy getting these every now and then.  The color of this wine was dark red almost black.  The scent was heavily oaked and dark fruit.  The taste was mildly tannic, full bodied, had hints of vanilla, and a smooth aftertaste. Rating 8/10.

Food - none

Tasting - Trader Joe's Petit Reserve

Name - Trader Joe's Petit Reserve

Variety - Cabernet Sauvignon

Country-United States, Napa Valley

Year - 2011

Price - $5.99

Shop/wine critic/winery review - None

My Review - This is another wine I got from trader joe's and i'm impressed with trader joe's selection and value.  They have really nice wines for really affordable prices.  I wish blacksburg had one.  The color of this wine was dark red almost purple.  Darker than most Cabernet's.  The nose was dark cherry and raspberry.  The palate had a dark cherry flavor, midly tannic, medium bodied and was very smooth. Rating 8/10.

Food - none

Tasting - Auslese Rheinhessen

Name - Auslese Rheinhessen

Variety -  Riesling

Country- Germany

Year - 2011

Price - $6.99

Shop/wine critic/winery review - None

My Review - I tried this wine when i visited trader joe's one weekend.  it was shockingly good.  i honestly never had much Rieslings in the past, but this one tasted like it was infused with sugar.  The color of this wine was deep yellow.  The nose had hints of lemon, cream and vanilla.  The taste was very sweet, very smooth and had a lemon cream taste.  This wine was one of my favorites and was a surprise due to its unique flavor.  Might have to start trying more German wines outs. Rating 10/10.

Food - none

Tasting - Campos Reales

Name - Campos Reales

Variety -  Red Tempranillo

Country- Spain

Year - 2008

Price - $13.99

Shop/wine critic/winery review - None

My Review -The color of this wine was deep and complex ruby.  I've noticed that Spanish wines tend to be very rich in color, especially with its Riojas and tempranillos.  The Nose was deep oak scent and dark cherry.  The taste had a strong tannic flavor and heavy oakiness.  Rating 7/10.

Food - none

Tasting - Cruze Alta

Name - Cruze Alta

Variety -  Cabernet Sauvignon

Country-Argentina, Mendoza

Year - 2011

Price - $6.99

Shop/wine critic/winery review  Deep ruby red color.  Complex aromas with cassis, mature red fruit and coffee from the oak.  Rich and long lasting on the palate.  The tannic texture provides a smooth and pleasant feel.

My Review -This wine was recommended at Total Wine from one of the sales people.  The color of this wine was a deep garnet.  The nose had a vanilla, toffee and dark raspberry scent.  The palate was mildly tannic, mildly acidic, with a smooth finish.  Rating 7/10.

Food - none