Wine Tasting Notes

Question 1

Lamberti

Prosecco

Answer 1

Extra dry. Crisp style defined by green apples, flowers and sweet spices. Finish is long and polished.

Question 2

Kila

Cava

Answer 2

Light bodied with bright acidity. Hints of pear, anise and candied lemon peel.
Finish is slightly smoky and juicy.

Question 3

La Liana

Pinot Grigio

Answer 3

Melon, apple and pear flavors.
Medium acidity and medium bodied.
Chicken.

Question 4

Do Ferreiro ‘Rebisaca’

Albarino

Answer 4

90% Albarino 10% Trexadura. Aged in stainless steel. Nose: White pepper, melon, chalk and lemon curd. Body is juicy. Has a lingering MINERALITY (from seashells)
Shellfish and seafood.

Question 5

The Seeker

Sauvignon Blanc

Answer 5

Nose: Passionfruit and tropical fruits. Fresh acidity balanced with apples and limes. Refreshing.
Shellfish, salads and citrus based sauces

Question 6

Domaine do Salvard ‘Unique’

Sauvignon Blanc

Answer 6

Nose: Citrus blossom , grapefruit and mint
Balanced acidity and minerality.
Finish: fresh, tangy acidity

Question 7

Pine Ridge

Chenin Blanc/Viogner

Answer 7

Nose: ripe honeydew. Finishes with yellow grapefruit, pineapple, honeyed pear.
Salads, seafood and spicy food

Question 8

Saracina

Unoaked Chardonnay

Answer 8

Fermented in stainless steel. Nose: asian pear, granny smith apples and pineapple. Medium body.
Buttery seafood, bright veggies

Question 9

Oliver Laflaive ‘Les Setilles’

Chardonnay

Answer 9

Nose: Lemon/lime and minerals. Rich body both round and creamy. Crisp acidic finish and minerality.

Question 10

Domaine de Triennes
Rose
Cinsault/Grenache/Syrah

Answer 10

Nose: Strawberry, white flowers and hints of vanilla. Light-medium body and strong mineral characteristics. Balanced acid on the finish.
Fried foods, salads, most tapas

Question 11

Domaine Dupeuble

Gamay

Answer 11

Serve slightly chilled (red). Light red fruits and berries. Silky smooth. Refreshing acidic finish.

Question 12

Mascara de Fuego

Pinot Noir

Answer 12

Nose: raspberry, cherry, plum and hints of vanilla from oak aging. Elegant tannis, berry flavors and balanced acidity. Long, juicy finish.
Salmon and veal.

Question 13

Sotor ‘North Valley’

Pinot Noir

Answer 13

Sees very little oak. Orange blossoms, cranberries, blackberries, cocoa and minerals. Earthy tones with a silky finish

Question 14

Cuatro Pasos

Mencia

Answer 14

Nose: Black plum, cherry and tobacco. Hints of bittersweet chocolate and dehydrated fruits. Finished with white pepper and cassis (syrupy liqueur flavored with black currents).
Lamb.

Question 15

Marchesi de Barolo ‘Ruvei’

Barbera

Answer 15

Nose: wildberries and spiced blended with wood notes. Warm bodied and robust.
Roasted meats.

Question 16

Sottimano

Nebbiolo

Answer 16

Nose: dried roses, flowers and licorice. Red cherry and tobacco. Vibrant long finish. Tannic structure and firm body.
Gamey meats.

Question 17

Emilio Moro

Tempranillo

Answer 17

Blackberry, cherry, anise and earth. Full body with silky tannins. Hints of figs and spices. Aged in oak for 12 months.

Question 18

Domaine de la Chanteleuserie ‘Alouettes’

Cabernet Franc

Answer 18

Nose: bright fruit and herb tones. Tart fruit on the palate. Finishes with great acidity.
Pairs well with most dishes.

Question 19

Altos

Malbec

Answer 19

Considered the new Merlot. Spicy blue fruits.

Red meats.

Question 20

Charles & Charles

Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah

Answer 20

Nose: Black berry, violet and current. Full bodied with mocha and cedar elements.
Red meats and lamb

Question 21

My Essential Red

Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Answer 21

Nose: current, cedar, cigar box, spice, mocha, and earth. Green bell pepper taste in the body and spicy vanilla notes.

Question 22

Seghesio

Zinfandel

Answer 22

Black raspberry fruits with hints of mocha, tobacco and roasted sage. Full bodied with black pepper spice. Tastes like jam.