The epicuro line of reds is quite good, all $6 a bottle. In increasing order of approval:
- Beneventano Aglianico 2007 (silver label) IGT
- Sicilia Nero D'Avola 2007 IGT (blue label) IGT
- Salice Salentino (gold label) riserva 2005 DOC
We were introduced to the Nero D'avola by our friends John and Kurana, and we are quite grateful. It's replaced Three Knights for us, and just in time, as that wine seems to have disappeared from TJ's shelves.
We made a misstep with Napa River Chaise Selection Syrah Napa County 2008: nothing to write home about there, though I think it edges out Penfolds Koonunga Hills by a nose.
Our best find, though, is one with name that piques my professional interest, Dynamic Sauvignon Blanc, Lake County California 2008.
It's 97% Sauvignon Blanc, 3% Gewürtztraminer, Certified Biodynamic. The extra Gewürtztraminer adds a great twist to what would (in this particular incarnation; other vintner’s may have more skill with what can be a bland grape). The label deserves quotation in full:
Our Vineyards are grown and certified Biodynami cby Demeter which adheres to the DYNAMIC farming methods established in the early 1920s by Rudolf Steiner. The Biodynamic Tower on our property is where, during cycles of the year, homeopathic teas are prepared to enhance and regulate plant growth and soil fertility which brings forward the unique qualities that this wine demonstrates. This is our commitment to you…think DYNAMIC!
They must be transplants from Ithaca. I can't speak to the efficacy of the tea treaments, but it's a good wine. Give it a try -- Think DYNAMIC!
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