WINE TASTING GROUP. AT DAVE AND
MOLLY’S.
We met at Dave and Molly’s and
were once again welcomed warmly. They provided an excellent selection of cheese
and biscuits to accompany the wines, followed with tea/coffee and
biscuits.
WINE NO. 1. 2012 FAIRTRADE
MALBEC FROM THE LA RIOJANA WINE COOPERATIVE IN THE FAMATINA VALLEY IN
ARGENTINA. 13% vol. PURCHASED FROM THE COOP AT £8.49.
This wine was a hit with our
members and it received an average score of 7.5. We appreciated the spicy
overtones, with smooth tannins. A full bodied wine at a reasonable price, this
was a very drinkable wine. Originally produced in the French Bordeaux, the
malbec grape has become very popular in Argentina.
WINE NO.2. 2013 YELLOWWOOD
MOUNTAIN PINOTAGE FROM THE WESTERN CAPE SOUTH AFRICA. 13%. PURCHASED FROM ASDA
AT £4.
A very drinkable wine, this one
has juicy ripe red berry notes, with a bright red notes, with a bright red
medium intensity. Quite a tart wine it had a good lasting flavour. A
cross between the Pinot Noir and Cinsault grape this wine is a major player in
South Africa. We gave this wine an average score of 6.5. Modesty prevents me
from identifying the person who guessed the wine and location
!
JOHN BENFIELD.
