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Shenandoah VA NV Lot 95 Merlot (Virginia)
- $17
Dark fruits, smoke and some green herbs mingle nicely on the nose, but the palate turns lean and mildly tannic. Narrowly constructed, but it’s still a flavorful and recommendable Virginia red.
— J.C.
(8/1/1999)
Shenandoah VA 1997 Founder's Reserve Chambourcin (Shenandoah Valley)
- $17
Strong American-oak scents of dill rise from the glass. A Virginia version of Silver Oak? Not quite. It lacks a little richness on the palate, and finishes somewhat short. Still, a commendable effort from this relatively unknown hybrid.
— J.C.
(8/1/1999)
Shenandoah VA 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia)
The emphasis here is on smoky, toasty oak, with some dill notes. The fruit never really unfurls on the palate, leaving some drying oak tannins on the finish. It’s well-made though, and oak lovers may rate it higher.
— J.C.
(8/1/1999)
Shenandoah VA 1997 Chardonnay (Virginia)
- $13
A pleasant, lighter-style Chardonnay that would make fine everyday drinking. The delicate pear and green apple flavors are nicely framed by just a touch of vanilla oak. Well balanced, but light.
— J.C.
(8/1/1999)
Shenandoah VA 1997 Founder's Reserve Chardonnay (Virginia)
- $16
Gives an almost cloying impression of sweet fruit and vanilla-oak flavors. Simple and low in acid. Serve well-chilled for best results.
— J.C.
(8/1/1999)
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