Dutcher Crossing: June Shipment
Our thoughts on the very first wine club shipment from Dutcher Crossing Winery:
Mamacork- “Jammy deliciousness. Smooth and peppery, but bright black cherry. This is a hearty Zin. Think filet mignon instead of lean cuisine.”
Mysterymama- “Smells like cedar & berries (’berries and cream; berries and cream…’ - for those in the know this is the most fabulous starbust commercial ever). Really, a nicely balanced zin with medium tannins and some heavy cedar.”
Mamatease- “Velvety at first taste. I thought it was a cab until the pepper kicked in. Very nice.”
Mamacents- “Wow, this is big. Big and smooth. I usually go for the old world varietals and though I like it, not my choice wine for the dinner party.”
Ladycork- “Fire up the bar-b and get ready to grill. Wood, cherry & spice…so nice! Perfect complement to that duck or pepper-crusted port loin you’ve been dying to serve. Invite one and all and dress to impress. With this at your table you are surely a success.”
Moxiemama- “This is a smooth, complex, sultry wine that starts and finishes with class. This is a bottle you don’t want to end. Picture it: you’re wearing your favorite black dress at a smoky jazz club…when you get up to use the loo, everyone watches you cross the room.
Song: Nina Simone- Sugar in My Bowl.”
Overall Mama Score = 4.5 out of 5
Taylor Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
Mamacork- “Deep plum and spice; a classic cab with a touch of Syrah. This girl is duly impressed and I rate this wine very high!”
Mysterymama- “Big, smoky, cherry. It’s a big wine and needs a bit more time in the decanter. Fruity and smokey! I like a puzzle of contrasting flavors!”
Mamatease- “The BEST. Cabs Rock! Seriously, this is top of the heap and why bother with anything else!?!”
Mamacents- “Earthy, currant, cherry, berry, and a touch of leather. An excellent young Cab!”
Ladycork- “Interesting nose - hints of earth and berry. Chicory, currant, and berry. Finishes well. Odd. Like the eccentric uncle who becomes the belle of the ball.”
Moxiemama- “Good, full flavor but didn’t reach the bold heights that we were hoping for. Not quite sure what was missing….perhaps a few years in the bottle?!? Picture it: you’re sitting with your fiance’s parents at a formal dinner and wearing wool pants that fit you quite well…but are slightly itchy.
Song: Burt Bacharach- A House is Not a Home. “
Overall Mama Score = 3.9 out of 5
Cheers!