Red Wine
Results
January, 2024
| Product Name | Score | Producer | Country | Vintage | |
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| Ernest Pinot Noir |
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Hasher Family Estate | South Africa | 2022 | |
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Red Wine Region: Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley Judges’ Tasting Notes: Classic warmer climate Pinot Noir with developed aromas of berries and rich cherry notes, ending on an earthy yet delicate finish. An easy drinker with lots of food pairing opportunities for red meat dishes. Champion Award: Best Value |
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| Vieilles Vignes Carignan |
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Domaine des Tourelles | Lebanon | 2020 | |
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Red Wine Region: Bekaa Valley Judges’ Tasting Notes: This wine has red fruit characters aromas such as red currant, strawberry compote with high notes of rose and violet. On the palate, liquorice, star anise. tobacco and menthol persist with loads of burnt earth notes. Bold tannins, rustic, intriguing. |
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| Arinzano Gran Vino Tinto |
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Arinzano | Spain | 2016 | |
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Red Wine Region: Navarra Judges’ Tasting Notes: Black fruit dominant, sweet spices, vanilla, jam. Refreshing acidity, juicy black fruit on the palate, good acidity. Freshly ground pepper on the finish. Structure, balance and intensity. Has ageing potential. |
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| Arinzano Merlot Agricultura Biológica |
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Arinzano | Spain | 2018 | |
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Red Wine Region: Navarra Judges’ Tasting Notes: Dark liquored cherries and baked red fruits. Touch of dark chocolate, Pepper spice and a slight hint of green herbs. Slight tobacco coming through. Alcohol is not super well balanced, but it is a pleasant wine. |
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| La Casona de Arinzano |
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Arinzano | Spain | 2015 | |
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Red Wine Region: Navarra Judges’ Tasting Notes: Cassis, blackcurrant, ripeness, spice , liquorice, eucalyptus, structured. A touch of extraction. with sweet spices, clove liquorice, vanilla and baking spices coming from the oak with strong vanilla and coconut notes. |
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| Hacienda de Arinzano Tempranillo |
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Arinzano | Spain | 2019 | |
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Red Wine Region: Navarra Judges’ Tasting Notes: Soft dark fruits, plum, prunes, coffee, cacao, cola on the nose. Spices are prominent yet subtle. On the palate praline bitter chocolate.tobacco, , liquorice, forest floor, maybe a touch over extracted raisin alcohol well-tempered. |
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