Varietal: Pinot Grigio
Region: Nosio Spa Mezzocorona
Country: Italy
Year: 2010
Price: $12.99
Internet Write-Up: "Soft, round fruit fills the mouth with ripe, juicy flavors. A long finish glides into flavors of ripe apples and lichee nuts. A wine to be enjoyed alone, as an apéritif, or with shellfish, fowl and light meals that include vegetarian dishes." (http://www.snooth.com/wine/berone-fini-pinot-grigio-valdadige-2010/)
My Review: This wine had a great light, fruity, apple flavor. It was much lighter than any other pinot grigio I've had before. It was actually closer to room temperature so it was little warm for me. If it had been cooler, it would have been great! It actually probably would have reminded me of a sauvignon blanc.
Tasting #2: One Hope Zinfandel
Varietal: Zinfandel
Region: California
Country: United States
Year: 2010
Price: $13.99
Internet Write-Up: "WINEMAKER ROB MONDAVI JR. - ONEHOPE California Zinfandel, created in partnership with Rob Mondavi Jr., starts with the foundation of an all-American grape, then custom blended with Syrah from select vineyards throughout Napa, Sonoma and the Central Coast of California. ONEHOPE Zinfandel is a rich red color with loads of juicy dark fruit flavors including plum and black cherry, with hints of pepper and a spicy finish. This delicious wine is versatile and pairs well with dishes such as pizza, barbeque ribs and lamb." (http://www.onehopewine.com/our-wines/red-wine/zinfandel/2010-onehope-california-zinfandel)
My Review: This wine maker is pretty neat. Most of their proceeds made off each wine bottle goes towards supporting our troops. This zinfandel was actually surprisingly good! I think most Mondavi wines are fairly decent for the price. $14 may be a bit much for this wine for me, but considering the cause, it's not a bad deal. We bought 2 bottles! It had a great jammy smell and flavor and it was really smooth and velvety. The oak in it was fabulous and the mouthfeel was rockin'! Definitely an easy drinking wine!
Tasting #3: One Hope Cabernet Sauvignon
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: California
Country: United States
Year: 2010
Price: $13.99
Internet Write-Up: "WINEMAKER ROB MONDAVI JR. - ONEHOPE California Zinfandel, created in partnership with Rob Mondavi Jr., starts with the foundation of an all-American grape, then custom blended with Syrah from select vineyards throughout Napa, Sonoma and the Central Coast of California. ONEHOPE Zinfandel is a rich red color with loads of juicy dark fruit flavors including plum and black cherry, with hints of pepper and a spicy finish. This delicious wine is versatile and pairs well with dishes such as pizza, barbeque ribs and lamb." (http://www.onehopewine.com/our-wines/red-wine/zinfandel/2010-onehope-california-zinfandel)
My Review: As compared to the zinfandel, this was actually a little disappointing. It was probably the most mellow cabernet sauvignon that I've ever had. The fruit flavors were not super bold. It was dry with nice tannins, but it was much lighter than I would have expected. It had a little oak flavor and a slight bite to it. Not something I would get myself. Just a little underwhelming.
Tasting #4: Villa Pozzi Moscato
Varietal: Moscato
Region: Sicily
Country: Italy
Year: 2011
Price: $11.99
Internet Write-Up: It appears that this is a relatively newly released wine so I couldn't find a good write-up on it.
My Review: I didn't write this down but I don't believe this wine was carbonated. Most moscatos are so this was a little surprising. It had typical moscato flavors though - lemon, floral bouquet, sweetness. It wasn't quite as sweet as some other moscatos I've had, which was nice! It also only had 7.5% alcohol which is probably the lowest I've seen on a wine.
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