Kirkwood-Diamond

Kaiken Reserva Especial Malbec, Mendoza Argentina
Readers rated this wine:
Value, classic, savoury.
Grapes for this Malbec are grown on an estate vineyard in the region of Agrelo, which rests at 950 meters above sea level, and planted roughly 60 kilometers from Mendoza city.
Like most others from Mendoza, this inky-ruby hued wine offers good value and delivers spice, wild berries, dried herbs, coffee grounds and bacon fat aromas. Supple on the entry it is medium-full bodied with distinct salty and savoury flavours culminating in a spiced cocoa finish. Smooth and balanced and approachable.
A straightforward red for hearty stews or soups, hard cheeses, pizzas or meat and hearty pastas.
©copyright 2017 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - April 11th, 2017
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88 Points
 

578690
UPC Code -715126555012
Agency: Kirkwood-Diamond

Kaiken Reserva Malbec, Mendoza Argentina
Readers rated this wine:
Value, classic, bright.
Grapes for this Malbec (blended with 4% Cabernet) are grown on an estate vineyard in the region of Agrelo, which rests at 950 meters above sea level, and planted roughly 60 kilometers from Mendoza city.
Like most others from Mendoza, this wine offers good value.
The nose offers classic espresso and dark chocolate, peppery spices, licorice and is lifted with wild berries and dried cherries. It is supple and spicy, approachable, with a silky texture. Bright acidity adds levity to charry flavours, which are underscored by bitter chocolate, toast, dark espresso.

A simplistic red, with a notably warm finish. Suited to hearty stews or soups, hard cheeses or dense protein dishes.
©copyright 2017 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - April 11th, 2017
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88 Points
 

578690
UPC Code -715126555012
Agency: Kirkwood-Diamond

Sileni 'Cellar Selection' Pinot Noir, Marlborough New Zealand
Readers rated this wine:
Sweet, juicy, straightforward.
Distinctly sweet aromas of cherry twizzlers, raspberry and vanilla with sarsaparilla liqueur and pipe tobacco roll into a smooth and juicy palate. Fine spices, raspberry tea, red currents and beet greens lead to a bittersweet finish with powdery tannins. Straightforward and enjoyable.
Pair: salmon, duck, lamb, barbecue sauced foods, roasted beets or squash and creamy mushroom pastas.

©copyright 2017 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - January 16th, 2017
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88 Points
 

160325
UPC Code -9421003813205
Agency: Kirkwood-Diamond

Sileni 'Cellar Selection' Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough New Zealand
Readers rated this wine:
Racy, tangy, verdant.
The Sileni offers all the expected classic Marlborough aromas and lip-smacking character we've all come to love. .
Expectedly verdant and piquant aromas of jalapeno, nettle, tangy lime and crunchy green apples along with gooseberry, passion-fruit and guava notes. Equally racy and juicy in the mouth, it doles out tropical and sweet herbal flavours highlighted with a generous spritz of grapefruit.
Pair: Most seafood dishes, fresh chevre, salads, and vegetable-based Asian cuisines.

©copyright 2017 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - January 16th, 2017
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90 Points
 

160325
UPC Code -9421003813205
Agency: Kirkwood-Diamond