Previously, I mentioned the Bodegas Lan Rioja Reserva 2004, (90 points, Wine Spectator), Rioja, Spain, that we had at Cafe Madrid. The wine matched everything we ordered just fine. It is smooth, a bit of earth, a little tobacco, smoky, and vibrant. Room for some more age, but absolutely approachable now. definitely worth the $16.99 price in state stores.
An old friend and work horse has been back in the state system for a little while now, Henry's Drive Pillar Box Red 2007. (90 points, Robert Parker) Padthaway, Australia. A blend of 65% Shiraz, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot. This red always impresses me. Somehow, the Cab just wafts it's way to the forefront, after a little airing, and reminds me of a nice little Bordeaux, with a fruity, but not fruit bomb, palate. Lots of black and blue berry fruit, a touch of earth. A great value at $8.86 a bottle
Next, a fresh new wine, Momo Sauvignon Blanc 2008 is now here. Made by Seresin Estate in New Zealand, Momo is Maori for "offspring". This wine in the last few years has come into it's own. At $16.95, it is a classic Sauvignon Blanc from the islands. Light and citrusy, with an added hint of grapefruit and melon, not sweet, but a richness of creamy of lemon curd, the nice thing is it does not have much of the usual green tomato vine nose. (90 points, Wine Spectator).
These are all worth looking for, and all great values.
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