craigabarrett.com

1997 Cain Cuvee

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:47:04 +0000

I opened this bottle of Cain Cuvee and was very pleasantly surprised. One of the bett Califonia Bordeaux Blends I’ve had. Big nose and a deep and complex palate that leaves a vanilla finish and subtle almond back. Out of my normal price range at $33 but certainly not overpriced.

Spare Change?

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:37:50 +0000

Looks like there are some might fine wines coming up for auction. Albert Frere is putting some of his enviable collection on the block. I have never had the chance to try Petrus or, for that matter, any of the wines likely to draw 4 and 5 digit bids.

Sothebys Awful Site

Excellent Deals

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:32:51 +0000

Today is the final day for the 30% off deal at TwinLiqours.com 30% off of every bottle over $30. Its an attempt to avoid Texas inventory tax which kicks in tomorrow morning. I got a case. What did you get?

2006 Louis Jadot

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:12:07 +0000

I have had this wine quite a few times, and it has never impressed me much. Awfully musty with a sickly sweet aftertaste. Avoid

2003 Montes Alpha

Thu, 15 May 2008 22:50:09 +0000

Okay, 2 years and counting. Either way, the Montes Alpha is fantastic. For under $25 bucks, it is one of my top choices. A bit overly grape-y, but other than that, a real find.

Thu, 15 May 2008 22:50:06 +0000

2004 Peachy Canyon Zinfindel

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 09:09:07 +0000

I wish this bottle were cheaper. At 11.99 is is only a good value. Although, in California this runs for about 8.99 a bottle making this an extraordinay value. Big plumy fruit and high alcohol content make this wine bold but not harsh. A great pairing for bbq. Highly recommended.

2002 Jewel Zinfandel

Fri, 12 May 2006 00:35:53 +0000

Oh lord, were stuck in Lodi again.
This was a $9 bottle from Costco (all hail Costco!). The wine manager placed neon colored sticker on the display proclaiming it is “his pick”, and by god, that is good enough for me.

Paired up with a semi-strong gruere this wine really didn’t measure up. I am guess it might have done better on its own, but it lacked the strength and structure I was looking for. Thumbs down.

2002 Ferrari Carano Syrah

Fri, 12 May 2006 00:29:05 +0000

Balanced with a bit of spice it was smooth and very drinkable. At $12 a bottle, it was a little forgetable, but I think I might need to try it again before passing judgment.

Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio

Fri, 12 May 2006 00:24:33 +0000

This was Delan’s selection for a visiting friend. It had nice apple and walnut flavors and was reasonably refreshing without being overly sweet. At 13 dollars it was a solid buy but not a deal.