I typically look for wines with specificity: a single grape variety, a single vineyard, etc. I like to think I can learn more that way and that I’m getting a truer essence of something or other. But I’m also a sucker for interesting blends. I imagine the best qualities of each grape marrying together into [...]
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October 4th, 2009 | Tags: 2008, Castilla-La Mancha, Sauvignon Blanc, Spain, Viognier, Viura | Category: Price: 11-15 bucks, Tasting Notes | 
Leave a comment.Producer: Bodegas Salentein Grapes: 100% Sauvignon Blanc Appellation: Mendoza (Argentina), Valle de Uco Vineyards: 100% estate vineyard Finca El Oasis. High elevation (3445 feet). Alluvial soils. Night harvested. Aging: 100% stainless steel Alcohol: 13.5% Price: I paid $8.49 My tasting notes: The nose is steely, with citrusy aromas. The high elevation, night harvesting and stainless [...] June 28th, 2009 | Tags: 2008, Argentina, Mendoza, Sauvignon Blanc, Valle de Uco | Category: Price: 10 bucks or less, Tasting Notes |
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