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 – 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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Keswick Vineyards – Royale 2012 – Late Harvest Norton – Monticello

Keswick Vineyards – Royale 2012 – Late Harvest Norton – Monticello

(Red sweet wine) The nose reveals notes of plums, ripe fruits and cherry. The palate is syrupy but this wine reveals in same time a little freshness  that comes a little lighten the buds. It reveals aromas of blackberry, cassis, plum, chocolate and oak. Good length  

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Keswick Vineyards – Norton Estate Reserve 2012 – Monticello

Keswick Vineyards – Norton Estate Reserve 2012 – Monticello

The nose reveals aromas of cherry, cassis and pepper notes associated with floral notes (violet). In mouth this wine expresses hints of red fruits (cherry, crushed strawberry and raspberry). A little acidity brings freshness. A fruity wine to drink with friends.

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Keswick Vineyards – Consensus 2012 – Monticello

Keswick Vineyards – Consensus 2012 – Monticello

The nose is fruity and spicy (especially pepper). The palate is fat, with a medium-bodied and reveals notes of black cherry, blackberry, cassis and red fruits. Also some spicy notes. Moderately long finish.

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Keswick Vineyards – V2 2013 – Monticello

Keswick Vineyards – V2 2013 – Monticello

The nose is fruity. It reveals aromas of papaya, apricot and small yellow fruits. The palate is fruity and reveals a small acid frame. It expresses aromas of papaya, stone fruits (apricot, nectarine) and slightly melon associated with a slight vegetal note.  

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Keswick Vineyards – Rosé Wine 2013 – Monticello

Keswick Vineyards – Rosé Wine 2013 – Monticello

A beautiful currant color with hints of cherry. The nose reveals of red fruits (cherry, strawberry) with a slight spicy note behind. The attack is fresh and fruity. It expresses aromas of cherry, raspberry and strawberry slightly. A small acidity drive the tasting.

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