Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Tasting- Protocolo Blanc (Week 6)

http://www.chainbridgecellars.com/product/dom-de-eguren-protocolo-blanc-2009-8397.cfm
Name:  Protocolo Blanc

Variety: White Blend (Airen and Macabeo)

Region: Castilla La Mancha

Country:  Spain

Year:  2010

Price: $6.95

Vintage Cellar Review:
"87 Points, Stephan Tanzer.  Greenish gold.  Subtle aromas of mint, lemon, and orange, with a hint of honeysuckle.  Dry, understated and focused, offering clean citrus and melon flavors and slow-building sweetness.  Finishes dry and brisk, with an echo of lemon.  As usual, this is an outstanding value. 


My Review:
This wine is very light in color, almost completely clear.  It has a fruity, floral scent with hints of peach and maybe some grapefruit.  As for the taste, it is very sweet with a more subtle aftertaste.  It has a more floral or grassy taste than the fruity scent implied.  It's a very light wine with a slight touch of acidity.  Overall, it was a good wine.  I enjoyed it but it wasn't anything too special. 


Pairings:  This wine has great pairing potential.  The light and delicate nature of the wine would pair well with almost anything.  It could go well with a light meal such as salad and seafood, but it could also go well with pasta or even meat. 

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