Author: mike_f

Taste: Aromas of red and black fruit with pronounced flavors of red cherry, redcurrant, plum and blackberry, along with the spiciness of black pepper. Body: Light to medium Tannin: Medium Acidity: Medium to high Age: Drink while young and fruity. Aka: Also known as Blaufränkisch in Austria, Kékfrankos in Hungary and as Frankovka in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Lemberger is sometimes spelt…

Taste: Light and refreshing with aromas of red berries and violets, followed by flavors of fresh strawberries, red cherries and a satisfying bitter almond twist on the finish. Body: Light Tannin: Low Acidity: High Age: Drink as soon as possible after release. Other: These wines are frizzante, slightly fizzy. Traditional Lambrusco is dry, called Secco in Italian (Amabile is medium-sweet and Dolce is…

Taste: Aromas of black fruits, violets and spice (cinnamon and nutmeg), can also include vanilla, smoke and earthy fragrances with age. On the palate flavors of fresh cherry, blackberry, blackcurrant and plum may be accompanied by dark chocolate, licorice, tobacco, leather and coffee, as well as mineral notes, followed by a refreshing, bitter cherry finish. Body: Medium…

Taste: Aroma of alpine flowers, honeysuckle, herbs and orchard fruits followed by flavors of apple, pear, apricot, citrus and stone fruits, which are accompanied by an earthy minerality. The body is substantial with good acidity that delivers a refreshing finish. Body: Medium to full Dry / Sweet: Dry (some German varietals are off-dry or medium-dry) Acidity: Medium to high…

Taste: Pronounced Muscat-like aromas of rose petals, orange blossom and lychee, followed by flavors of grape, apple, lemon, apricot and peach, with a touch of spice on the finish. Body: Light to medium Dry / Sweet: Dry Acidity: Low Age: Drink while young and fresh. Aka: Muscat Oliver, Irsay Olivér, Irsay Oliver Muskotaly Description Irsai Olivér (eer-sha-ee ol-eve-air) is a Hungarian crossing…

Taste: Txakoli wines are refreshingly bracing and light bodied, with a gentle sparkling effect. Aromas of citrus and white fruits, together with herbal notes, are followed by flavors of lemon, lime, apple, pear and sometimes pineapple, which combine with a mineral or saline edge leading to a pleasantly zesty finish. Many exhibit a palate cleansing, sherbet-like…

Taste: Aromas of lime tree blossom, elderflower, apple and honey, followed by citrus and stone fruit flavors of lemon, gooseberry, peach and pineapple, together with lychee and spice (ginger), while many can also display a pronounced mineral quality. Body: Full Dry / Sweet: Dry Acidity: Medium to high Age: Generally drink while young and fresh, but the best wines can…

Taste: Bright and juicy with aromas of white flowers, celery and a characteristic white pepper, followed by flavors of apple, grapefruit, peach and spice, together with clean mineral notes. Body: Light to medium Dry / Sweet: Dry Acidity: High Age: Drink while young and fresh. Aka: Also known as Veltlin, Veltlin Zelene, Veltlínské Zelené, Weissgipfler and Zold Veltlini. Description Grüner Veltliner (GROO-ner…

Taste: Great structure with layers of honey and toast added to the grape’s natural citrus and stone fruit flavors and trademark white pepper spiciness. Pronounced mineral notes reflect the soils where the vines are grown. Body: Full Dry / Sweet: Dry Acidity: Medium to high Age: The top wines need five to ten years to reach their full potential and…

Taste: Mouthwateringly fresh and vibrant, displaying aromas of flowers (honeysuckle and acacia), citrus, orchard and tropical fruits, which are followed by flavors of lemon, apple, pear, apricot, pineapple, candied fruits and honey, leading to a zesty mineral finish. Note: a small number of wines are made in the Rich Style and are weightier with more complexity…