Tasting Notes – Page 2 – Cadus Vinum Curated Natural Wines Berkshire Wine Consultant

August 18, 2024August 18, 2024By Robert FlowerDrink Now, Spain

Ostatu Rioja Alvesa Blanco 2023

The Alvesa Blanco offers crisp acidity and a lovely mouthfeel, featuring fresh, light notes of citrus and white fruits like green apple and pear, with subtle floral and herbal undertones.

August 18, 2024By Robert FlowerSave For Later, Spain, Special Occasions

R. López de Heredia Rioja Blanco Viña Gravonia 2010

Not surprisingly, with 4 years of barrel aging followed by 6 years in bottle prior to release this was stunning.

July 25, 2024By Robert FlowerCalifornia, Drink Now

Qupe Marsanne 2009

Marsanne and Roussanne are native to the Rhone region in France. They are traditionally used to make Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage and Saint-Joseph.

The name “qupé” was chosen to honor the Chumash, the indigenous people of the Golden State’s Central Coast and Channel Islands.

July 25, 2024By Robert FlowerDrink Now, Save For Later, Spain

Descendientes de José Palacios Bierzo Pétalos

Winemaker Ricardo Perez is Spain’s leading expert on Biodynamics. He translated Steiner’s works into Spanish and teaches courses on the subject. The winery is part of a complete farm, producing various crops, raising animals, and making many of the biodynamic preparations themselves.

July 25, 2024By Robert FlowerDrink Now, France, Save For Later

Domaine de la Voûte des Crozes/Nicole et Romain Chanrion Côte-de-Brouilly France 2021

When Nicole Chanrion started her career in the 1970s, women were mostly confined to enology labs and kept out of the cellars. Despite her mother thinking winemaking was for men, Nicole pursued her dream of becoming a vigneronne.

July 11, 2024By Robert FlowerUncategorized

Castello Monaci, Verdeca “Petraluce” Salento IGT 2022

Verdeca is an indigenous variety from Puglia that embodies the essence of summertime. Grown in vineyards near the sea, this vibrant, mineral white wine practically transports you to the seaside with each sip.

July 11, 2024By Robert FlowerDrink Now, Save For Later, Spain, War of the Rosés

Jose Luis Ripa, Rioja Vino Rosado, 2019

Here’s some history: José Luis Ripa is married to María José López de Heredia—yes, that López de Heredia! José and María are dedicated solely to making Rioja Rosado.

July 11, 2024By Robert FlowerDrink Now, Save For Later, Spain

Raventós i Blanc, de Nit 2020 & 2021

This is a delicious sparkler at a great price from a quality producer. It has a slightly toasty nose due to its youth, with fresh strawberry and raspberry aromas complemented by hints of melon. On the palate, mild red fruits and nuttiness are present, creating a delightful tasting experience.

Great value and satisfaction.

June 21, 2024By Robert FlowerFrance, Save For Later

Domaine Vacheron Sancerre Rouge 2020

Cousins Jean-Laurent and Jean-Dominique Vacheron produce benchmark Sancerre from organically and biodynamically farmed single vineyards. Recently, they completed a new cellar dedicated to making red wine – yes, red Sancerre – which deserves recognition.

June 21, 2024June 21, 2024By Robert FlowerFrance, Save For Later, Wine Tastings

1er Cru White Burgundy in Palo Alto

Known for its exceptional quality and distinctive character, White Burgundy commands high prices due to several factors. Firstly, the terroir of Burgundy, with its unique combination of soil, climate, and topography, creates ideal conditions for growing Chardonnay. Secondly, Burgundy vineyards are fragmented into many small plots, often owned by different families for generations, leading to limited production and high demand for these exclusive wines. In […]

June 7, 2024By Robert FlowerDrink Now, Spain

Bodegas Maranones Picarana Albillo 2020

Picarana 2021 is the purest expression of Albillo Real, representing the unique environment of the Marañones estate. Natural aeration, the altitude, and the orientation of the plots provide an outstanding balance in the vineyard. The vines are between 30 and 70 years, are trained in goblet form with a creeping growth habit, resulting in very low yields and limited to small clusters. Their respectful approach to growing and making wine showcases the unique qualities of the grape in every bottle.

June 7, 2024By Robert FlowerDrink Now, Spain

Artomaña Xarmant Arabako Txakolina 2023

Xarmant is made from sustainably farmed, estate vineyards of indigenous grapes from the Arabako Txakolina DO in the verdant Basque Country, close to the Bay of Biscay on Spain’s rugged Atlantic coast. This proximity to the ocean creates an ideal microclimate, defined by the brisk northerly waters and the humid north-northwest wind, which cool the vines even on the hottest summer afternoons.