World Wine Championships
by Tastings.com
The Silvestri Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah were recently entered into this competition by the Beverage Tasting Institute in Chicago, Il.
Ratings:
2012 Bella Sandra, Chardonnay
Gold - 90 (Exceptional)
Bright pale straw emerald color. Toasty aromas and flavors of old barrels, green apples, dried straw, and lemon pith with a lightly tannic, lively, dry-yet-fruity full body and an astringent, refreshing finish with firm tannins and moderate oak.
2012 Rising Tide, Pinot Noir
Gold - 90 (Exceptional)
Bright medium ruby violet color. Complex aromas and flavors of black cherries, caramel, tree bark, and buttered toast with a supple, lively, dry-yet-fruity full body and a warming, medium-long finish with chewy tannins and moderate oak.
2012 Pinot Noir
Gold - 92 (Exceptional)
Bright medium ruby violet color. Complex aromas and flavors of black cherries, caramel, tree bark, and buttered toast with a supple, lively, dry-yet-fruity full body and a warming, medium-long finish with chewy tannins and moderate oak.
2012 Syrah
Gold - 90 (Exceptional)
Violet black color. Rich, creamy aromas of creme brulee, cherry pie, vanilla gelato, and delicate pickling spices with a silky, vibrant, fruity medium body and a smooth, interesting, crisp smores, peppercorns, minerals, and pomegranate finish with crunchy tannins and light oak. A zesty, chewy syrah that will cover a lot of bases at the table.
2012 Red Ranger, Syrah
Gold - 93 (Exceptional)
Violet black color. Bright, toasty aromas and flavors of toffee, berry pie crust, black raspberry jam, and mocha cream with a satiny, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a warming, stimulating, medium-long finish imparting notes of dried cherry, baking spices, and toasted nuts with silky tannins. A rich, super juicy syrah that is sure to please.
2012 Chardonnay
Silver - 89 (Highly Recommended)
Bright pale straw emerald color. Complex aromas and flavors of green apples, lime blossoms, bushel baskets, and limes with a supple, tart, dry-yet-fruity full body and a warming, compelling finish with firm tannins and heavy oak.
This continues to confirm that the Silvestri Vineyards fruit from Carmel Valley and our winemaking process produces top quality wines that stand on their own in the company of the worlds finest.
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