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Think Apples

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

It’s slightly sweeter than we’re used to with a Chardonnay, but that’s just us.


This Chardonnay boasts ripe pear and apple notes. Citrusy on the palate and  moderately acidic.


Very Expressive and sends good vibes.

It’s by the Elicit Wine Project, part of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates of Washington State and definitely one to remember for the deck in the summertime.

In some locations, you’ll be able to buy it in Cans, to put on ice.

CHARDONNAY – FRUIT AND FLOWER

$15.47  regularly $18.99

13.7% Alcohol

UPC: 00088586010828

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Dems Fightin’ Words

Posted on April 24, 2021 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

She said she was awfully suspicious about those tiny bubbles on the side of the glass – even though The Goddess had said it wouldn’t be fizzy.


Then, at first sniff, she said, smiling,  “Apple Cider” ..


Can’t fool da gurl – it’s a Riesling!


Even though she was a bit too sweet for herself, it’s certainly the best Riesling yet that we’ve tried; and it’s one from close to home – Washington State.


Medium lightness, dry (slighly off dry) and leans a little to the acidic side. Casual is a term that fits well.


Supposedly, eating Chinese take out one night and watching a fight scene from a notorious martial arts film, he had an idea: a dry white wine that can be paired with Oriental cuisine. It pairs well with just about anything.


RIESLING – CHARLES SMITH KUNG FU GIRL 2018

$13.97 regularly $16.99

12.5% Alcohol

UPC: 00086003253001

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What is this? Flat Cider?

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Roger Harmston Posted in Terroir Leave a comment

I won’t say it went downhill from there, but it was heading down a slippery slope.

Yet another attempt to wrap our palette around a Riesling. Wasn’t working well. It certainly wasn’t sweet – just a tad off dry. It wasn’t bubbly. It just wasn’t settling into hints of limes and pears like it was supposed to.

It moved up the scale to being just ‘weird’ in her opinion. Things improved somewhat as dinner was plated and she took a few more sips. Then, a cautious smile.

Not all grapes work with all tastebuds, and a Riesling doesn’t quite bring joy to us. Still, twas a good adventure. Western Washington’s Columbia Valley produced a better example than other areas with this one. If you’re into reislings, I would definitely recommend that you try this one because it definitely ranks higher than any others we’ve tried.

Chateau Ste. Michelle Reisling

12.1% Alcohol

$14.47, regularly $17.99

UPC: 00088586621840

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