At Saturday's tasting I poured four wines. Yesterday I reviewed Beach House Sauvignon Blanc and Murphy-Goode The Fumé. Today I review Lander-Jenkins 2008 Cabernet ($12) and Costello del Poggio Moscato ($9 to $14).
Lander-Jenkins 2008 Spirit Hawk Cabernet is a blend of 86% Cabernet, 10% Merlot, 2% Zinfandel, and 2% Barbera. The grapes are sourced from California vineyards in Paso Robles, Napa, and other select California sites that provide the flavor profiles that Lander-Jenkins is seeking. I found this had a nice cherry and berry flavor profile. Something I would serve with either meats or hamburgers. Customers enjoyed this wine.
Winemaker's Notes: Aromas of dark cherry, blueberry, vanilla with notes of cigar box and toasty oak. Velvety flavors of Bing cherry, currant. This full-bodied wine has rich tannins and a long, smooth finish.
Costello del Poggio is from the Piedmont region of Italy and "the" wine that Olive Garden sells. I cannot tell you how often customers ask me "do you have the Olive Garden wine?" This is very popular with everyone who enjoys a sweet wine. A little frizzante on your palate, sweet and fruit forward. If you enjoy sweet wines, you can't miss with this one!
Winemaker's Notes: (not available)
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