Tom is in California and is conducting his own wine-tasting event as I write this (see his posts below). Meanwhile, I am holding down the fort at home, taking care of our dog, Trigger, and keeping the home fires burning for when Tom comes home. I have been so busy with work-night events that this is my first chance to relax and have a glass of wine since Tom has been gone. (Correction: Second time I have had a glass of wine; first time I have had the chance to blog about it.)
Tonight, I am finishing a bottle of the Mirror Lake Petite Sirah 2006 from California. I chose this wine because it was open! But, it will go well with the flank steak (wrapped in a pinwheel around spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese) that I am cooking for dinner. Although I have reviewed this wine at least twice before, I always taste a wine as though it is my first time. The color is a rich, deep black and has a blueberry and chocolate/coffee flavor. The nose is interesting; perhaps rosemary and a bit of licorice. This is a full-bodied, tasty red. The finish is smooth and satisfying.
Tom, I know the wine tasting will be fun and that you will be a fabulous teacher! Hurry home; I miss you!
December 4, 2007 at 1:34 pm
Hey, guys:
LOVE your blog! My lovely wife the Rock Star and I tried this wine last night and also really liked it. We tasted more blackberry than blueberry, but we may have been led astray by the wine’s robe (color). And, yes, licorice is just the exact description of the finish and I think there’s also a subtle touch on the nose as well. Please check out my restaurant/wine review blog at http://www.foodczar.blogspot.com and let me know what you think. I would be honored.
December 4, 2007 at 9:58 pm
Hi Food Czar and your lovely wife, Rock Star! I did visit your blog and enjoyed it very much! I tried to post a comment but I had trouble remembering my google password so I’m not sure it was posted. But, I am bookmarking your blog because it is worthwhile reading and I look forward to reading your posts regularly. Thank you so much! I am delighted you enjoyed this wine and appreciate your comments. It is helpful for us to compare your description against ours. . .Cheer!