by Bob Parsons Alberta » Wed Oct 31, 2007 12:35 am
You have to guess what it is!! Yup, forumites, a brand new spanking 2nd hand blind tasting.
Good natural cork, very tall slim bottle/nice package, 12.5% alc. Cost was $23 Cdn which is pretty high looking at similar US prices.
The colour is a medium yellow, does not show any green tinges.
On the nose find it has an almost sauvignon blanc type character. Grapefruit, floral, herbal, fresh, tad aromatic with some nuttyness almost. Better half thought "apples here".
The initial mouthfeel entry on the palate of this European white was juicy, fresh, minerally, some grass, zippy acidity. Some nutty hints (chestnut?) too which adds to the complexity plus some honeysuckle. Supple in the mouth, good mid-palate, dry finish.
Do not think this has seen any oak (as is the norm), and best serve nicely chilled. Gets a tad flabby as it warms with melon, papaya in a creamy texture. Not the intention of the winemaker. I prefer the zip! Have to say, I am not too familiar with this grape variety so interesting taste session at Doris Ranch!!
So have fun trying to figure this one out! Country, appellation should be a good start, piece of cake after that!! Remember its from Europe, have fun.