11/27/07
Blend of merlot, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and petit verdot $22
He Said:
First of all, this wine starts off on my good side for
A) Being a Bordeaux-Style wine and
B) Being a blend
I'm not sure why but I think I like most things blended, particularly wines (and chili! Shhh!), and this Newton Claret has one has my absolute favorite "blending wine", cabernet franc. Yum! Anywho, this wine has a bold in-your-face nose that wow'd me from first sniff. Then, after an artful swirl or two, I discovered a wonderful full taste of dark berries - blackberries, blueberries and a little plum for good measure. This is a great stand-alone wine as it does not need food to bring it to life, although I wouldn't say 'no' to a nice cheese plate, if you get my drift.
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She Said:
Editor's note: This will become a common theme throughout this entire site as time goes on - we love the blends! And not just wines - cheeses, chilis, coffee, etc. Blends tend to be better than anything standalone.
This was my first taste of a Newton wine and I was not disappointed. Chock-a-block full of fruit and tasting like a familiar friend. After all, one of my ultimate favorites is Estancia's Meritage - another Bordeaux-type blend. This is reminiscent. And just a little bit cheaper. I'll keep this on my list of wines to buy when I can find it.
3 comments:
Okay, I added you to my blog roll so I can keep tabs over here. You two must be well suited, because you don't disagree much. That's when it'll get really interesting. :-)
Does this blend come in a white zin? Oh, how I love a frost mug of white zin!
ROFLMAO at jjjjb....
Sounds like a damned fine wine.
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