Talomas and Kiraala were joint projects between Robert Mondavi of the USA and Rosemount of Australia before they scraped the project when Mondavi was sold to Constellation Brands in 2004. The remaining stocks were sold off quietly and I, liked the rest of the wine vultures in Vancouver, managed to get a case of the 2002 Syrah/Cab (as well as their Chardonnay/Viognier and Cab/Merlot). Good creamy blackcurrant cassis with cola were detected from the glass. Upon tasting, upfront and vibrant black currant, wild blackberry fruit emerged followed by spices and black pepper. The wine has good acidity and good backbone. This wine was reduced by the importer from $25 to $9 when the Talomas/Kiraala project was terminated. Definitely one of the biggest BARGAIN in my wine buying history! Drink it up in the next 2 to 3 years. (Rating 89-91 points) by Michael Lam of the Beverage Review.
Watch today as Gary tastes and reviews four wines that were requested by you the viewers. Also in todays episode Gary takes another look at the Clos Des Papes Chateauneuf Du Pape 2003 from yesterdays episode. See if Gary changes his mind or sticks with his original review.
Texas wineries are being recognized internationally and winning awards for their outstanding wines. Texas flavor, hospitality, and charm make this and unbelievable and delicious destination for anyone who enjoys good food, wine and travel.
The bottling line in a small ultra-premium boutique winery. When I say the wines are "hand-crafted", I'm not kidding... a four bottle filler (the smallest money can buy)... and every cork, capsule and label put on by hand one at a time.
Part IV of our "Taste of Wine Relief" series. 18 wines, 9 retailers, 3 weeks. Ben and Amanda seem to be hitting it off quite well so we didn't bother looking for James for this episode. Remember to get out there and pick up these wines from the retailers indicated - 10% of the sales price goes to Wine Relief!WINE 1: Trincadeira 2005 J P Ramos AlentejoWINE 2: Stormhoek Shiraz 2004WINE 3: Zontes Footstep Shiraz Viognier 2004
Wine making in Long Island.One of the important steps in wine making comes before the grapes are even picked. The winemakers job is to determine the correct time to pick the chardonnay, or viogneir grapes for optimal flavor. ClassicWines interviews the winemaker at Bedell Cellars in Long Island to find out the many determinations that a winemaker will make to bring you that wonderful glass of wine. http://www.ClassicWines.com
Have you ever wondered how barrels are taken on and off racks in a small winery? We use a "Genie". The Genie replaced a very muscular 19 year old Marine who used to work for us! We have an aggressive cooperage program, and every year we sell barely used barrels. The top of the line barrel in the video was sold after two fills to Brian of Cincinnati. It's a "hybrid", French oak top and bottom, American oak staves.
Ron uses a sharp hedging knife to manage the vine canopy. Many areas of the world use mechanical hedging machines to accomplish the same objectives. This is all hand work. See Ron parry and thrust like Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean!
This week we check out an aged riesling where the producer has done all the hard yards of cellaring it correctly for more than 5 years just for your enjoyment now. Also we look at a shiraz from a winemaker who is doing great things at low prices and a Rhone style blend with a splash of something extra.
