*Disclaimer: I received this wine from Domaine547 as a sample.
The wine for the evening was a 2005 Wise Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Classic White from Australia. In case it wasn't obvious, it's a blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. It clocked in at 13% alcohol by volume, had a screw cap closure, and it could, at one time be purchased from Domaine547 for $16.99, but I am incredibly tardy in my review and they are sold out. Not that I get too many samples or anything, but I think I made a mistake in putting them in the wine racks where they would belong if they were wines I purchases. From now on I will clear a rack and designate it for sample so I will be much more timely in my reviews. Sorry Jill!. But I figured I'd review this one anyway in case Jill gets the 2006 in stock and to show you again how great Jill's selection of wine is.
On the nose I found lemon, melon, and white pepper. The nose was reserved a bit, but the melon definitely came out as the glass warmed up a touch. In the mouth I got tropical fruit, pineapple, peach, lime, and lemon.
The wine was acidic, crisp, and tart. I expected the Semillon to weigh it down a bit, but that was not the case at all. I'd describe the flavors in this wine as tongue-tingling...your taste buds felt a little prickly as you drank it. This was certainly a different blend for me and very tasty. Another great choice from Jill.
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Dugg!
Did you see the "Digg Party" at OWC?
7/8/08, 12:22 PM
I think you and I are the only wine bloggers using Digg.
7/8/08, 4:25 PM
You know, we'd probably keep carrying this wine but the rep seems to have disappeared on us. Maybe we'll have to track him down again. Thanks for the review!
7/8/08, 11:11 PM
Dhonig-I've seen Digg around a bit, but not too much.
No problem Jill!
7/27/08, 2:17 PM