Taste of the Grape

Goose Watch Merlot 2006 750ml

One of the world’s most elegant red wine grapes, this delicate grape variety requires careful vineyard practices to bring out its potential. This Merlot boasts nice black pepper aromas and a touch of mintiness on the finish.- Winery

Korbel Chardonnay Champagne NV 750ml

Rated 85 – Soft, with notes of pear and white peaches. Drink now. 100,000 cases made. (JL)- – Wine Spectator 12/15/00 // -Rated 4 STARS**** Good Value – The name may be confusing as this is not Champagne, rather California sparkling wine, but it’s reminiscent of a toasty, yeasty French bubbly. General Qualities: medium-bodied, moderately complex Color: straw Aromas: anise, apple, caramel, citrus, hazelnut Flavors: melon, nutty, yeasty Other Descriptors: creamy, plush.- – Wine Today 12/27/99

Blackstone Merlot 2006 750ml

Rich fruit aromas, elegance, supple oak characters and soft tannins. With lifted dark cherry and berry aromas and a touch of spicy clove, this wine is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The texture is ripe and soft in the mouth, with bright cherry fruit flavors and a soft, lingering finish. Blackstone Merlot will pair nicely with rack of lamb, grilled burgers and tomato-based pasta dishes.

Montaudon Champagne Brut NV 750ml

Rated 90 – This is very aromatic, with attractive flavors of candied citrus, rose and vanilla. It has a lacy texture and gentle, seductive appeal, lingering leisurely on the finish. Drink now. – Wine Spectator.

Brotherhood Merlot 750ml

Dark, ruby red color. Dry, full-bodied, yet soft to the palate. – Winery

Ferrari-carano Merlot 2005 750ml

A straight-shooting Merlot, with toasty black cherry and spice aromas and zesty, moderately complex blackberry and toasted herb flavors, finishing with steely tannins. Drink now through 2012.

Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Yellow Label NV 750ml

Rated 90 – A full-bodied Champagne, this has been enriched by reserve wines to add depth and smoky lees intensity to its brisk, youthful elements. It’s a satisfying Brut to serve with poached prawns. – Wine & Spirits

Moet & Chandon Champagne Nectar Imperial NV 750ml

Rated 87 – A soft, sweet, dessert-style Champagne with easy flavors of pear, vanilla and almond that linger on the finish.- Wine Spectator 10/15/99

Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne Brut NV 750ml

Rated 91 – A deliciously floral, light-bodied, wonderfully subtle yet effervescent Champagne that stood out in my tastings as one of the finest values in the non-vintage category.- Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Black Opal Cabernet / Merlot 2007 750ml

Most all of your friends will get on board this berries-and-caramel train, and at this price, you can afford to treat them. Has ripe fruity aromas and flavors, with a maple-caramel tinge that’s a little sweet for this reviewer, but will find plenty of fans.