Desert Rose Ranch & Winery – Ole Moo Moo 2012 – Virginia

Desert Rose Ranch & Winery – Ole Moo Moo 2012 – Virginia

(Viognier, Vidal Blanc) The nose reveals notes of ripe fruits, citrus, quince combined with notes of almonds and honey. In mouth this wine is fruity, elegant, smooth and semi-dry. It reveals notes of citrus and slightly spices and honey.

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Desert Rose Ranch & Winery – Unhitched Chardonnay 2012 – Virginia

Desert Rose Ranch & Winery – Unhitched Chardonnay 2012 – Virginia

(75% Chardonnay, 25% Viognier) The nose is fresh and fruity. It reveals notes of flowers, linden tree, citrus (grapefruit, orange) and lemon zests. The palate reveals a little complexity. It is well-balanced, aromatic and has a nice slightly creamy texture. Good length.

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Desert Rose Ranch & Winery – Hitch Hollow Chardonnay 2011 – Virginia

Desert Rose Ranch & Winery – Hitch Hollow Chardonnay 2011 – Virginia

The nose reveals notes of linden tree, acacia and citrus (especially lemon. The mouth is balanced, fruity and reveals a small acid frame. It expresses notes of citrus, melon and peach. also some light woody notes. The finish is fruity and relatively long.

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Hillsborough Vineyards – Ruby 2012 – Virginia Red Table Wine

Hillsborough Vineyards – Ruby 2012 – Virginia Red Table Wine

(50% Tannat, 30% Fer Servadou and 20% Petit Verdot) A complex, aromatic and charming wine. The nose revels notes of spice, black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry), cherry, strawberry, spices (chocolate, cedar) and cigar box. The palate is balanced, well structured and reveals a small acid frame. It includes aromas of black fruits (blackberry, black currant, black cherry),…

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Jefferson Vineyards – Vin Blanc 2012 – Virginia Table Wine

Jefferson Vineyards – Vin Blanc 2012 – Virginia Table Wine

The nose shows aromas of white flowers, acacia and apple. The palate is fresh, balanced and fruity. It includes aromas of ripe pineapple, apricot, white fruits (apple, pear) and quince. Good length.

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Jefferson Vineyards – Vin Rouge 2011 – Virginia Table Wine

Jefferson Vineyards – Vin Rouge 2011 – Virginia Table Wine

The nose reveals notes of fruits, spice and coffee. The palate is fruity. It includes aromas of red fruits, spices and coffee. An “easy drinking wine” to enjoy with friends.

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Jefferson Vineyards – Rosé 2013 – Virginia Table Wine

Jefferson Vineyards – Rosé 2013 – Virginia Table Wine

A fruity rosé. The nose shows aromas of red fruits (currant, strawberry), citrus and watermelon. The palate is fresh and offers a good little sweetness. It reveals notes of red fruits (cherry, strawberry) and citrus (pink grapefruit). Long finish

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Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery – Sweet Reserve 2013 – Virginia

Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery – Sweet Reserve 2013 – Virginia

A semi-sweet wine. The nose is very fruity and intense. It reveals aromas of sweet citrus (grapefruit, lemon), pear and white flowers. The palate is fresh, well-balanced and dynamic. It reveals sweet citrus (pink grapefruit and lemon), pineapple, pear, slightly ripe nectarine and white melon. There is a slight acidity throughout the tasting. It is a…

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Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery – Dudley Nose Rosé 2013 – Virginia

Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery – Dudley Nose Rosé 2013 – Virginia

The nose reveals aromas of fresh red fruits (currant, fresh). The palate is fresh and expresses a slight sweetness but well-balanced (no saturation of buds). It expresses notes of ripe red fruits (strawberry) and a candy note on the finish associated with a slight hint of acidity (it just keep mouth awakens).

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Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery – White 2012 – Virginia

Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery – White 2012 – Virginia

The nose is fruity. It reveals notes of lemon zest and tropical fruits. The palate is well-balanced, mineral, elegant, fresh and expresses a small roundness. It includes aromas of ripe green lemon, citrus, papaya and peach. The finish is long and fruity. A wine that has a less aromatic palette than the Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery –…

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