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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Hillsborough Vineyards – Moonstone 2010 – Late Harvest– Northern Virginia

Hillsborough Vineyards – Moonstone 2010 – Late Harvest– Northern Virginia

(100% Viognier) An aromatic wine. The nose reveals notes of dried exotic fruits (pineapple, mango), dry peach, apricot and honey. The palate is fresh, well-balanced and has a small acid frame. It expresses aromas of honey, tropical fruit (especially pineapple), ripe lemon and apricot. The finish is fruity. Good length.

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Hillsborough Vineyards – Serefina 2013 – Northern Virginia

Hillsborough Vineyards – Serefina 2013 – Northern Virginia

(90% Petit Manseng, 10% Tannat) The nose reveals notes of small red fruits (especially strawberries), ripe peach and candy. The palate is full bodied, round, and reveals flavors of strawberry and cherry combined with some spices notes. An easy drinking wine to share with friends!  

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Hillsborough Vineyards – Bloodstone 2011 – Northern Virginia

Hillsborough Vineyards – Bloodstone 2011 – Northern Virginia

(94% Servadou iron, 6% Tannat) The nose reveals aromas of blackberry, raspberry and spices that are associated with a slight hint of vanilla and a hint of gooseberry. The palate is fruity, round and precise. It reveals aromas of sweet cherry, ripe fruits and slightly sweet spices. The finish is medium long.

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Hillsborough Vineyards – Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 – Vintners Selection – Northern Virginia

Hillsborough Vineyards – Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 – Vintners Selection – Northern Virginia

(75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 12% Cabernet Franc) The nose reveals notes of ripe fruits (cherry, plum) combined with floral notes (violet, iris). The palate is fruity, quite structured and expresses aromas of red cherry and black fruits (plum, blackberry, cassis). Also some light spices on the palate. The final takes notes of cassis.

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Hillsborough Vineyards – Chardonnay 2011 – Vintners Selection – Northern Virginia

Hillsborough Vineyards – Chardonnay 2011 – Vintners Selection – Northern Virginia

(100% Chardonnay) The nose reveals aromas of white fruits, flowers, peach and nectarine. The palate is fruity, balanced and takes notes of dried fruits, white fruits, citrus and apricot. Also very light oaky notes due to aging (barrels). Good length.

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Hillsborough Vineyards – Carnelian 2012 – Northern Virginia

Hillsborough Vineyards – Carnelian 2012 – Northern Virginia

(100% Roussanne) The nose reveals aromas of white flowers (honeysuckle…) associated with notes of citrus and pineapple. The palate is soft. It reveals aromas of citrus, light lemon and white flowers. Also a slight hint of hazelnut.

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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 – Estate Reserve 2010 – Monticello

Jefferson Vineyards – Estate Reserve 2010 – Monticello

The nose reveals cherry, plum and blackcurrant. They are associated with hints of spice (especially pepper) and coffee. The palate is fresh, dynamic and reveals well-defined and pure aromas of fruit. It contains notes of black fruits (cassis, figs) and spices. The final takes notes of crème de cassis.

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