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Foppiano
Novella
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Tablas Creek Roussanne 2002 Paso Robles
was what one would would hope for in an "Old World" style wine made in a "New World"
environment.
The nose is floral with whisps of fragrant white flowers.
The color is and mouthfeel are rich.
Notes of honey, honeysuckle, breadfruit, gardenias, and mustard seed grace the palate.
The acidity is keeping with the richness of fruit, yet is not distracting.
Very elegant offering a lingering finish.
Retail price $20. Tasted September 10, 2003. A refreshing change of pace earning one  .
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Novella Synergy 2001
is a juicy blend of 45% Zinfandel, 45% Sangiovese, and 10% Petite Sirah.
These varietals were fermented alone to bring out the charateristics of each and
then blended to create a structured, spicy, medium bodied, wine that smacks of Italy.
The fruit is dense with blackberry flavors, plum, clove, and bitter chocolate.
The tannins are smooth.
The acidity is balances out the big fruit flavors making it a great choice for
steaks, burgers, or tomato sauces.
I would dare to serve this to my wine-nerd friends.
Retail price $11. Tasted September 8, 2003. A great bottle for the money with two  .
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Novella Paso Robles Petite Sirah 2000
has deep, dark, extracted fruit.
In the glass, its a deep violet-red.
On the palate, the wine is ripe with black cherries, cassis, a turn of black pepper,
and a touch of anise.
The acidity is ligth and tannins are smooth.
It is a solid pick if your looking for the charateristics that petite sirah is know for.
Retail price $12. Tasted September 8, 2003. A solid pick in this price range with one .
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Novella Paso Robles Zinfandel 2000
has that salty-spicy zest that Zin-drinkers love.
Black raspberries, clove and a turn of black pepper are on the palate, as
the finish lingers with a touch of coffee and smoke.
The juice is interesting with a zip from the alcohol and ample acid.
Retail price $12. Tasted September 8, 2003. A solid pick in this price range with one .
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EOS Estate 2000 Reserve Petite Sirah
is a berry-bomb on the palate. Allow this little beauty to open up a bit, because
once this inky red is ready, you're going experience big fruit with depth and structure.
The palate has a great blueberry note with a turn of black pepper, and a touch of coffee.
This wine is very big and should be paired with dishes that can handle the flavors such as lamb,
hearty tomato sauce, and tomato or soy based marinades.
The quality is exceptional and this wine is a great choice now or save it for a few years take advantage of
even deeper flavors.
Retail price $25. Tasted September 8, 2003. Enjoyable now and later earning two .
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EOS Estate 2001 Chardonnay
is complex and rich on the palate with notes of fig, apricot, pineapple, and citrus zest.
Full on the mouth, with toasted nut and vanilla flavors from the use of French Oak.
The acidity is more Domestic style rather than the Chablis style.
A great bottle for pairing with chicken, lighter pasta dishes, and grilled fish.
Retail price $12. Tasted September 8, 2003. A solid pick in this price range with one .
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EOS Estate 2000 Zinfandel Port
There is something so spicy, sexy, and alluring about a Zinfandel Port.
This port is so deeply extracted, jammy, with spicy notes and a silky, almost dangerous finish.
Blueberries, raspberries, plums, mint, licorice explode in your mouth, as the high alcohol allows the
nectar to coat your mouth.
The finish lingers in a attempt to seduce you to drink more.
A lovely ending for a great meal or when you just want to drink something special and satisfying.
Retail price $28. Tasted September 8, 2003. A great desert wine earning two .
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Foppiano 2001 Petite Sirah
has that inky, blueberry canvas that makes petite sirah such an enjoyable wine.
There is layers of ripe black cherry, hints of clove, and a bit of tar splashed across the
blueberry canvas.
The acid is very complimentary to the big fruit on the front-end of the palate.
The finish is savory white pepper.
The tannins are a bit chewy, but the intensity of the fruit helps to balance the flavors.
Enjoyable now, but collectors will be very, rewarded with a year or two of patience.
Retail price $16. Tasted May 7, 2003. A great bottle now or lay it down for even more complexity with one .
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