2004 J. Wilkes Pinot Blanc "Block Q" Pinot Noir, Bien Nacido 9/6/07 - it had a deeply concentrated pomegranate disposition that reminded me of a beautifully extracted red Burgundy without the funky barnyard. It was like deeply macerated binge cherries that weren't syrupy. The alcohol wasn't offensive like some higher alcohol wines. Cheaper than Saintsbury's Toyon Farm and just as good. Last tasted 2007 Drink now-2010
2002 Calera "Selleck Vineyard" Pinot Noir, Mt. Harlan - burnt leather and tobacco nuances gave this more of a "traditional" character than some of the bigger styles out there. Lots of earth and masculinity without over-extraction. Reminded me of Acacia's wines from Carneros. Last tasted 2007 Drink now-2013
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
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Wine and Waves
I'm lucky to be a 31-year-old surf punk that gets to sample rare wines like the 1922 Pol Roger, the 1959 Petrus and the 2001 D.R.C. Richebourg--that doesn't mean those wines are always good, or worth the price. Since I've worked as a sommelier (in Monterey, CA) for high-end restaurants like Casanova, the Sardine Factory, and Marinus, I've honed my palate and I can choose a good bottle that won't break the bank. When I have enough time and money, I like to travel with my girl Lindsay Jackson to places with great wine and waves. I'm a certified sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers) and am available to drink wine. Call: 831-521-8606 or e-mail: pwetterau@gmail.com
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