Fridays at Five

Gibby's Wine Den, Geneva, IL
Tasted Friday, June 13, 2008 by AllRed with 358 views

Introduction

A small tasting held at the local wine shop.

Flight 1 (6 Notes)

  • 2006 Oberon Sauvignon Blanc 88 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley

    Aromas of jalapeno, citrus and grass. With time in the glasss the citrus dominates, while the grass and jalapeno tones take a back seat. Straw and citrus tones on the palate, with soft acidity. Nice. 88-89 pts.

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  • 2006 St. Francis Chardonnay 88 Points

    USA, California, Sonoma County

    Aromas of tropical fruit and chalk with flavors of apple and toast.

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  • 2005 Wakefield Riesling 89 Points

    Australia, South Australia, Mount Lofty Ranges, Clare Valley

    Notes of petrol, lime and stone fruit. Stone fruit tones on the palate, with a nice medium-length finish.

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  • 2006 Vietti Barbera d'Asti Tre Vigne 90 Points

    Italy, Piedmont, Asti, Barbera d'Asti

    Garnet color. Notes of earth, black cherry, and violets/lavender. Flavors of black cherry, raspberry and pepper.

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  • 2005 Kenwood Zinfandel 89 Points

    USA, California, Sonoma County

    Notes of white pepper, fresh herbs, black cherry and raspberry. Nice balance, with red fruit, black cherry and cinnamon flavors.

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  • 2005 Oberon Merlot 88 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley

    Notes of plum, coffee and red currants. PLush, velvety texture, with flavors of red fruit and smoky herbs.

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