I've been thinking for a while about opening a thread in here about this topic as I enjoy US wines very much (especially Californians).
As a native Italian I have a palate for our own ones, but I enjoy US wines very much, too, of which I would like to share a couple with you guys (although I understand that Wine Tastes are extremely subjective).
So I'd like to kick off an Exchange on the topic, hoping that it can flourish..
The best US Red Wine I have had in my 42 years was the following
Dominus Napa Valley Christian Moueix
Cabernet Sauv., Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
My Take: Deep and dark ruby red, complex aromas of red and black berries, lots of spice and floral notes, elegant on the palate with polished tannins, juicy fruit and a beautifully integrated oak note, ends intensively and long.
Rating from 1-10 this was clearly a 10. The price is prohibitive though (300$ a bottle over here)
Another I have tried lately and like very much was this one:
Intrinsic Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Intrinsic Wine Co.
Cabernet Sauv., Cabernet Franc
My Take: Great label and very enjoyable US Cabernet Sauvignon! Once opened, the Intrinsic must be allowed to breathe so it can unfold its aromas. A nice, soft Cabernet Sauvignon, aromatic, nice to drink with a pleasant, mild acidity and light tannin structure. The regular CH price too high, but very consistent in the offer! ($50 a bottle in normal price, I got 2 boxes of 12 bottles each for in offer of 28$ a bottle - that's the price it's worth in my view).
Rating from 1-10 this was an 8 for me.
I can also give you a couple of Italians, Spaniards but also some Swiss, Austrians and South Americans if you are interested...
Overall, I mostly enjoy Malbec, Merlot, Tempranillo, Corvina among others...
As a native Italian I have a palate for our own ones, but I enjoy US wines very much, too, of which I would like to share a couple with you guys (although I understand that Wine Tastes are extremely subjective).
So I'd like to kick off an Exchange on the topic, hoping that it can flourish..
The best US Red Wine I have had in my 42 years was the following
Dominus Napa Valley Christian Moueix
Cabernet Sauv., Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
My Take: Deep and dark ruby red, complex aromas of red and black berries, lots of spice and floral notes, elegant on the palate with polished tannins, juicy fruit and a beautifully integrated oak note, ends intensively and long.
Rating from 1-10 this was clearly a 10. The price is prohibitive though (300$ a bottle over here)
Another I have tried lately and like very much was this one:
Intrinsic Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Intrinsic Wine Co.
Cabernet Sauv., Cabernet Franc
My Take: Great label and very enjoyable US Cabernet Sauvignon! Once opened, the Intrinsic must be allowed to breathe so it can unfold its aromas. A nice, soft Cabernet Sauvignon, aromatic, nice to drink with a pleasant, mild acidity and light tannin structure. The regular CH price too high, but very consistent in the offer! ($50 a bottle in normal price, I got 2 boxes of 12 bottles each for in offer of 28$ a bottle - that's the price it's worth in my view).
Rating from 1-10 this was an 8 for me.
I can also give you a couple of Italians, Spaniards but also some Swiss, Austrians and South Americans if you are interested...
Overall, I mostly enjoy Malbec, Merlot, Tempranillo, Corvina among others...