2007 Valle Reale Montepulciano D'Abruzzo
We had this 2007 Montepulciano with dinner over the weekend. It was excellent. The only word that comes to mind is smooth. We don’t care for wines that are too dry or that have an acidic bite at the end. This Italian red was fruity, full-bodied and easy to drink. At about $18.00 a bottle, Wine Advocate gives it 91 points. For my Bucks County locals, I purchased this at Phillips Fine Wines in Stockton. This is a nice bottle for the holidays.
Chateau de Grangeneuve Bordeaux 2005
Since my expert wine selection process includes only two calculations – either a recommendation from a friend or a bottle that received 90 points or better from a reputable wine publication, my choice of this Bordeaux was outside my standard modus operandi. I was eavesdropping in the wine store and overheard that 2005 was a great year for Bordeaux and that you can’t go wrong if you can still find some. Lo and behold, I found this bottle and the rumors were correct… it was delightful. At $20.00 it was a great find. Easy to drink, smooth and not too heavy. That’s the best description I can give. I wish I could say that I can taste the aromatic undertones of berry with the mingling of smoky oak and cassis, but I don’t even know what that means. Hopefully you can find this in your local wine store. If not, ask if they have any 2005 Bordeaux they can recommend.
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