Wines from Serra Gaúcha
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Brazilian Soul NV Moscatel Sparkling (Serra Gaúcha)
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Legitimately Moscato-like even if it’s more candied and foamy than the Italian original. Gardenia, lychee and lime aromas set up soft, sweet green fruit flavors. This isn’t complex but it’s clean and true to the style.
— M.S.
(12/15/2011)
Château Lacave 2002 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Serra Gaúcha)
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This Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot blend almost has enough of the right stuff to rate higher, but in the end the wine’s tart cherry fruit and sharp acidity is just too unfriendly. Like so many Brazilian wines, it’s trying to be more than the country’s terroir can give. So the end result is mediocre.
— M.S.
(12/15/2011)
Vinícola Miolo 2005 RAR Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Serra Gaúcha)
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An earthy blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with flavors of raspberry cordial and rhubarb couched in burly, slightly drying tannins. Medium, char-inflected finish.
— W.E.
(6/1/2010)
Aurora Cellars 2004 Proprietary Red (Serra Gaúcha)
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Bell pepper and sharp red fruit aromas provide a shaky start, which is followed by cranberry, tart cherry and other pointed flavors. The feel is racy and tight, with gritty acids. Airing does improve it somewhat. Tasted twice; this is a review of the better bottle. Cabernet, Merlot, Cab Franc and Carmenère is the blend. From Brazil.
— M.S.
(12/15/2011)
Brazilian Soul NV Brut Sparkling (Serra Gaúcha)
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Grass and clover aromas lead to a cidery palate with mustard and vinegar notes. More funk than quality here; runs along the edge of what’s acceptable.
— M.S.
(12/15/2011)
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