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Wine tasting notes with an emphasis on the value proposition equation: function of quality and price. Remember, wine is relative to other wines, and so an absolute score won't tell you much other than how I felt about a particular wine on a particular day as it relates to my own set of figures. Grab a bottle and delve into the decadent nature of scoring wine on your own; and remember, imbibe responsibly.

Monday, July 25, 2005

Pavilion, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2002

From the bottle, the Pavilion is obtained from grapes harvested on the north coast of California. This cab is 13.8 percent alcohol by volume and should be good with most meats.

Where did I find it: Purchased at AZ Wine

What did I pair it with: Burgers and chicken

Appearance: Deep ruby red with firm legs.

Smell: Pruny currant and licorice spices.

Taste: Nice mouth feel, albeit a short one – bone-dry berries are the defining characteristic.

Price: $11.99
Quality rating: 84/100
Value rating: 46.17/60

Takeaway: Though not as good of a stand-alone wine as I would like, it did pair pretty well with both the burgers and the chicken, so if you prefer to drink wine with meats, this will do. Otherwise, skip it for something less expensive.

posted by Joe Sinkwitz @ 5:40 PM