About WiNEZ

WiNEZ was a monthly event at EZ Street Saloon in South Range, WI. Unfortunately, due to lower turn out the owners had decided to stop hosting the event. The last wine night at EZ was held on November 12, 2014. But that is not to say the die hards won't be getting together for some wine tasting periodically at EZ Street Saloon. I will continue to blog the wines we have tasted pre starting this blog, along with our impromptu meetings, and maybe transform the blog into something more personal. We will see where it goes. I do know the blog will still be about wine!

So for my WiNEZ pals you can count on this blog to serve as an archive of what was consumed and a reference for your spending sprees. For those who are just curious about what the Northwest Wisconsinites are drinking here are some thoughts… but be warned I am by no means a wine expert-I only know what I like. Since I am not an expert I will try to include the winemakers label descriptions as well.

Salute! or as the Finnish would say Kippis!

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Forest Glen 2008 Reisling


Forest Glen Reisling, est1990 and serving its first wine in 1992, is a Bronco Wine company production.  Bronco Wine Company is the 4th largest winery in the US, producing and bottling a long list of brands.  Forest Glen Reisling produced in Geyserville in Sonoma County, California, by winemaker Ed Moody.  It is blended from 94% Riesling, 6% Muscat Canelli.  This Reisling has a nice smooth mouth feel and pleasantly dry finish.   Flavor is light and fruity.  The peculiar fuzzy citrus flavor is like a cross between peaches and limes. 

Varietal:  Riesling
Producer/Importer:  Forest Glen     
Region: California
Vintage: 2008
Price: $9.00
Tasting notes:
 Sight (Color/Clarity): Golden
 Smell (bouquet, aroma): Apricot blossoms
Taste (acidity, balance, body): Smooth, dry, peculiar fuzzy citrus, lime
Label description: Floral aromatics and delectable peach and apricot fruit. A careful balance of sweetness and acidity keeps the wine clean and fresh tasting. The clean, fresh taste of this wine allows it to pair well with all kinds of white meat, fish, cheese and vegetable dishes - even the spiciest ones.
Overall rating (1-10): 9
Date consumed: May 9, 2012
Comments: 11% abv

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Columbia Crest Two Vines Gewurtztraminer 2010


Columbia Crest Two Vines Gewurtztraminer was a winner in this nights wine tasting.  It is a little lighter and sweeter that what we typically think of a Gewurtztraminer, but it has a nice balance of acidity and flavor to compliment the sweet.

Varietal:  Gewurtztraminer
Producer/Importer:  Columbia Crest Two Vines    
Region: Washington State
Vintage: 2010
Price: $8.00
Tasting notes:
 Sight (Color/Clarity): Pale gold
 Smell (bouquet, aroma): Melons and citrus
Taste (acidity, balance, body): Light, sweet with a hint of tart citrus and crisp green apple
Label description:Typical Gewϋrztraminer aromas of rose water, spice and lychee fuse with notes of fragrant orange peel. Upfront candied fruit flavors give way to a pink grapefruit essence and finish with bright acidity, balancing the wine’s subtle sweetness.”
Comparisons: Similar to a sweet Riesling
Overall rating (1-10): 8.5
Date consumed: May 9, 2012
Comments: 11.5% abv