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We had this wine many years ago when we lived in the US and we remember enjoying it.  From Bodegas Borsao  and the Campo de Borja region, this is a 60% Garnacha, 20% Tempranillo, and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon blend which has been aged in oak for at least 8 months and then bottle aged for an additional 14 months.  It is this patience before going to market that makes this such a good wine. A medium bodied wine with deep purple colouring it certainly is showing it's age with some nice mahogany edges.  It looks really great and cascades down the glass in a sheet.  Extremely nice looking wine especially after a swirl. Chocolate AND vanilla bean hit you immediately when you stick your nose right in there.  That is quickly followed by plums and some toasty oak notes. A solid bouquet that makes one think the wine is earthier than it is but very nice. There are cherries and a recurrence of the chocolate on the palate but thi...

Courtesy IMDB.com This movie has been on our radar for a long time.  It originally came out in 2012 on the festival circuit in the US.  Nearly immediately it gained a cult following from wine enthusiasts for a couple of reasons.  First, there are few really strong documentaries about tasting wine out there.  Second, the reputation and mystery surrounding the Court of Master Sommelier exam and how hard it actually is. If you've never heard of this exam this movie will get you up to speed fast and it delivers a strong explanation of the requirements to take the tests and what it means to truly prepare for all aspects but especially the dreaded/beloved Tasting Exam.  The shear volume of information that needs to be consumed and remembered is astounding.  The theory test covers wine, spirits, beers, and cigars from around the World. There is the tasting exam and finally a formal dinner service to go through. If you have an interest in tasting wine and h...

Benjamin Bridge just launched the 2013 vintage of their Nova 7 and we thought it was time we get this review out.  The popularity and hype around Nova 7 is well deserved as it is a great wine year after year.  It certainly isn't for everyone but it does have a wide appeal with its slight effervescence and off-dry nature.  It's the aromatics of the Muscat that make this wine stand out.  It is a great cool climate white wine and is consistently a well made wine. The 2012 has a very reddish golden hue and it starts bordering on Rose in terms of colour.  As expected it has a slight sparkle to it and feels a little bit syrupy on the swirl.  Quite interesting in the glass. That all too familiar lychee fruit nose stands out but has some other notes under the covers as well.  Pears, peaches, and even mint make an appearance which is wonderful.  Another stand out smelling Nova 7. While not our normal style of wine or pref...