The Grapevine, Salem, MA
Tasted Tuesday, November 10, 2009 by cgrimes with 594 views
Al hosted this great theme of six mini verticals, with an older and newer vintage of each wine represented. The wines were diverse and fine examples of quality for each particular region. I cannot recall the specifics of the meal but the quality was good despite Kate not being present in the kitchen.
Next month will be our end of the year BYO blind tasting.
2002 Smith-Madrone Riesling 88 Points
USA, California, Napa Valley
Straw color. Nose of pears, apricot, petrol. On the palate the fruit was somewhat faded compared to the petrol character. Lower acidity. Enjoyable.
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2007 Smith-Madrone Riesling 87 Points
USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District
Light yellow color. Nose of apricots, some lychee. Some spritz on the palate with fresh fruit and slight minerality. Came off more one-dimensional compared to the '02
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