justagrape.com » Bordeaux http://www.justagrape.com Simple Wine Reviews By Regular Guys Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:00:01 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Barbed Wire (California, 2009) Blend http://www.justagrape.com/barbed-wire-california-2009-blend/ http://www.justagrape.com/barbed-wire-california-2009-blend/#comments Thu, 31 Mar 2011 06:36:41 +0000 Eddie http://www.justagrape.com/?p=666 This wine was purchased to kick off the weekend with burgers on a charcoal Weber grill.  The burgers were made with garlic, onion, smoked gouda, and worcestershire sauce.  It was a relaxed evening of conversation, dinner, homemade brownies and ice cream for dessert while the kids ran wild.  A perfect way to celebrate the 80 degree weather in Phoenix.  This wine is a great food wine that is bold enough to stand up to strong flavors yet it is also easily enjoyed on it’s own.  I would be interested in having this again with some hard cheeses such as Parmesan and Romano. $12 from Target Four Trophies
  • Rich and deep aromas of cedar, and a hint of vanilla at first.
  • Earthy flavors of moss followed by fruity plum at the finish.
  • Touch of red apple on the tip of the tongue.
  • Really opens up the flavors after decanting but is still slightly tannic.
  • Bold, strong and aggressive yet contains a soft side that fits into every situation.  This wine is comfortable at a hockey game as well as a night spend listening to the opera.  Versatile and hip it is a wine for just about any occasion.
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This wine was purchased from the Wine Studio. Three Trophies
  • Fruity bouquet.
  • Jammy and sweet with some acidity on the front.
  • Easy to drink
  • Not too complex
  • Like a French farmers daughter. Very simple, somewhat sweet and easy to dine with.
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