Lover of: all things light, minerally, & red; in search of the perfect Chenin blanc, cru Beaujolais, mountain Nebbiolo, & varietals unknown.
The good: drinking great now, really open knit & accessible, almost pop and pour, and great fruit with just enough of a hint of bacon fat on the finish. Depth too. What I question is its anonymity as a Northern Syrah, & I’m not sure that’s even a criticism. Certainly not old school Syrah, and the delicious factor overrides everything debatable. — a month ago
French Role, ie Vermentino. Decent but not particularly satisfying, could imagine a perfect summer wine with that brine & white flower thing going for it — a month ago
Excelente old school Vino Verde, w some frizzante. More custardy than leek, which I like. Bought & tasted on the island of Madeira. — 14 days ago
Very much on the savory, herb ( sage?!) end of the spectrum for dry Lambrusco. Almost like Alpine Amaro in sparkling form, though that’s probably too extreme a way to put it. — a month ago
Haven’t had in ages. Plenty of dill, vanilla, & red fruits. — a month ago
A very enjoyable & medium bodied Borgueil, with juicy red fruits & a brighter disposition than I’m used to — a month ago
Pretty decent Morgon for less than 17$. — a month ago
Taught, funky & blood orange note serious. Quite delicious. Screw top. — a month ago
Peter Sultan
When in the Azores drink… lovely Azorean whites, especially from Pico. Like w many Portuguese whites ( & reds), a blend- of what, I don’t know ( probably Verdelho). Salty, volcanic, & some serious yellow fruits. Bought in local supermarket for about 18$. Paired w local Sao Jorge cheese, local cured ham, & artisanal sesame crackers. Damn. — 8 days ago