Had a few fun wines to review so sharing a virtual taste with readers this week:
From Bisol Crede Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G (SRP: $25) is a brilliantly yellow-green colored Prosecco with a fruity bouquet, flavors of green apples and pears and balanced acidity. Crede hails from the steep south-facing hills of Bisol’s vineyards in Valdobbiadene, one of the most prestigious zones for producing Prosecco. The wine is produced from the Glera grape variety together with Pinot Bianco and Verdiso grapes.
Eve’s Tasting Notes, Aromas and Flavors separated by ;
The color of very pale lemon juice with racing tiny bubbles. Peach cobbler, lemongrass, green apple and a hint of candied ginger; green apple again on the palate, Italian lemon ice with a nice palate cleansing acidity. 88 Eve pts.
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From Champagne Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve (SRP: $65) 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Meunier – Deep golden hue, showered with long lasting bubbles. Aromas of freshly baked brioche and the richness of roasted coffee beans linger while the palate offers a touch of praline and notes of amber and vanilla.
The Brut Réserve is blended with 40% reserve wines from the Charles Heidsieck cellar, which are an average of 10 years old, adding further depth and complexity.
Eve’s Tasting Notes, Aromas and Flavors separated by ;
Aromas popped right out with the popping of the cork, even before it hit the glass: fresh cut mango, buttered toast, vanilla bean, mild citrus notes; yummy fleshy tropical fruits, white cheddar, lemon zest, medium acidity that lingers on the finish. 91 Eve pts.
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From Masciarelli’s Villa Gemma Bianco IGT (SRP $18): Fruity and flowery with hints of apple, jasmine, and white flower, this refreshing white wine is composed of 80% Trebbiano, 15% Cococcolia, and 5% Chardonnay. With a pale straw yellow color and fine aroma, the Villa Gemma Bianco pairs well with light, flavorful dishes like seafood, cheese, and vegetables — it’s the ideal summer white wine.
Eve’s Tasting Notes, Aromas and Flavors separated by ;
Color of fine 24k gold, clean and clear in appearance. Orange, mown grass, lemon zest, unsalted butter, talcum powder, sandalwood incense, and…extra virgin olive oil all on the nose; orange and lemon carry over from the aroma to the palate, followed by grapefruit, tart green apple and lime. 89 Eve pts.
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From Grechetto Colli Martani, Montefalco Bianco DOC (SRP approx. $20): Whites made from Grechetto are fresh and intense initially, but have a savory finish on the palate. Trebbiano is full-bodied and has notes of fruit and white flowers. These varieties of grapes are used in whites such as Grechetto DOC Colli Martani, Montefalco Bianco DOC, and Spoleto DOC.
Eve’s Tasting Notes, Aromas and Flavors separated by ;
Pale white florals, green bell pepper, wet concrete, lemon-lime; Lime, lemon, grapefruit and tart orange, 86 Eve pts.
Eve Bushman has a Level Two Intermediate Certification from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust, a “certification in first globally-recognized course” as an American Wine Specialist ® from the North American Sommelier Association (NASA), was the subject of a 60-minute Wine Immersion video, authored “Wine Etiquette for Everyone” and has served as a judge for the Long Beach Grand Cru. You can email Eve@EveWine101.com to ask a question about wine or spirits. You can also seek her marketing advice via Eve@EveBushmanConsulting.com
