Wine

[bloodbecks]

Got these 2 bottles from my friend and its from croatia. Cheers!

 

[acetylcholine]

Just bought a 2007 Matua Valley Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough from Carrefour. Typical budget SB from NZ. Fruit forward and rather crisp, with flavours of grapefruit and lemon. Good for those who are on a tight budget and wish to try a decently made but typical (could be boring for those who prefer more complex wines) New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.

 

[doran_lum]

What wine do u all usually recommend from DFS Changi Airport ? below are the ones i usually have

1) Penfold Bin 138
2) Barons De Rothschild (Lafite) Bordeaux
3) Chateau La Hourcade Bordeaux Superieur

 

[ikileo]

i've tried the number 2 before, didn't like it at all, not well made IMO. I have not tried the 3rd one but the Bin 138 is a decent Rhone styled blend of Grenache, Shiraz & Mourvedre grapes from Australia it not bad.

 

[ikileo]

hello all, it's been a long time, almost two weeks. i had to go back for high key reservist so I couldn't do anything then. but now i'm back and i've done several reviews already and i will steadily update the blog as the days pass.

but here's the most recent one yet, a Chilean Carmenere.

btw, there is a wine fair, featuring burgundy wines, at the suntec atrium infront of Carrefour. I visited it today, quite a number of good deal. loads of burgundy and a large number of their bordeaux (low to high end ones) are going for promotional prices. take your time and taste around.

here's the review: wineofthepeople.livejournal.com

 

[ikileo]

updated blog again with a review of a shiraz/malbec blend.

anyone interested in a tuesday evening wine session (23rd May 2009). anyone can come, just sit and drink and enjoy.

 

[ikileo]

NOTICE: big anniversary wine sale from Auric Marketing. They're one of the largest distributors and importers of wine in SG. lots of premium wines going for good prices.

email them for their new sales pricelist: http://www.apfw.com.sg/
the sale is ending this week, so check it out.

 

[bigbadber]

seriously, good leh.
im reccomending it again

try this:

 

[bigbadber]

woohoo!!
promotion at IMM Giant for the above wine

Usual $28.60
NOW $19.90 only!!!

damn cheap aaahhh!!

TRY IT PLS!!!

 

[ikileo]

lol, will keep in mind.

 

[BoringStuff]

the terralis shiraz malbec really tastes like **** how am i going to finish it..

 

[ikileo]

i see you bought it too huh. yeah it was crap. dunno why it was flying off the shelves.

 

[Beta_Tester]

can we talk abt Ice Wine here too?

 

[BoringStuff]

i see you bought it too huh. yeah it was crap. dunno why it was flying off the shelves.

it was 1 for 1... hope the cabernet is better...

 

[ikileo]

talk about ANY wine.

 

[ikileo]

big announcement on the 1st post. PLEASE read and reply!

 

[ikileo]

join us for the HWZ Casual Wine nite. Last few spots left. ANYONE can join in. Details on the first page.

 

[ikileo]

finally updated the blog with 10 wines.

YES 10 WINES.

Blog link can be located on the 1st post or here

http://wineofthepeople.livejournal.com

 

[ikileo]

thanks to those who turned up for the casual wine session.

anyways, right now at Carrefour there is a big wine sale this week. they had one last week as well but this week they've expanded to occupy the entire atrium in front of Carrefour.

 

[Beta_Tester]

Vidal
Icewines made from Vidal are noted for their affinity with honey’s flavours. In addition to aromas of tangerine, apricot and pineapple, when Vidal is aged in oak it takes on rich overtones of vanilla, almonds and fresh baked bread. Vidal Icewine works beautifully in a glaze for caramelized grilled pork roast or as an accompaniment to fresh summer berries with cream, chocolate biscuits, a pear tart or a raspberry mousse.

Riesling
Riesling based Icewine is renowned for its acidity and mineral notes. Its vivid orange and citrus tones will combine with a rich range of creamy and decadent food textures and tastes, from foie gras to crème brulée.

Cabernet Franc
The crimson Icewine crafted from Cabernet Franc yields up the classic aromatics of baked strawberry and rhubarb pie. This wine shines when teamed up with cooked or baked fruit courses featuring cherries or wild strawberries with crème fraîche. Its spicy exotic quality is underlined when contrasted to foods with hazelnut and dark chocolate.

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Have you guys tried these Inniskillin Icewine? I tried Vidal and Riesling already. is Cabernet Franc nice? Heard from people its the most expensive of the 3 above. Thx

More infor.

http://www.inniskillin.com/en/ice/iceFood.asp