Trumpeter
Trumpeter 2000 Syrah (Luján de Cuyo)
- $12
Like every other Trumpeter red, the Syrah features bold fruit, ample spice and good balance. The bouquet is dusty and leathery, the palate extracted and full of plum and cherry fruit. The feel to the wine is lively, more spring-loaded than dense or dull.
— M.S.
(11/1/2002)
Trumpeter 2001 Chardonnay
- Best Buy
- $9
Fresher and tastier than the 2000 version, this is a nice cocktail party Chardonnay that won’t fail at the dinner table. Pineapple graces the sweet, refreshing nose, while lemon and green apple carry the racy palate. It’s a wine that offers the essence of Chardonnay in a clean, basic package.
— M.S.
(7/1/2002)
Trumpeter 2002 Chardonnay (Mendoza)
- Best Buy
- $9
Fresh and forward, with full tropical fruit aromas accented by some oak. Flavors of pineapple, mango and vanilla work because there’s some crisp acidity pushing it all while not allowing it to feel heavy.
— M.S.
(7/1/2004)
Trumpeter 2002 Merlot (Tupungato)
- Best Buy
- $9
This Tupungato Merlot has a deep color and chewy, chocolaty fruit that has enough berry fruit to make the grade. With mild earthy touches and some spice notes, it’s enjoyable, especially given the price.
— M.S.
(7/1/2004)
Trumpeter 2002 Syrah (Mendoza)
- Best Buy
- $9
Certainly not the most complex Syrah you’ll encounter, but it has meaty, strong, dark fruit, adequate spice, and lots of forceful acids that push the package.
— M.S.
(7/1/2004)
Trumpeter 2004 Merlot (Tupungato)
- Best Buy
- $9
Although it kicks off on the stewy, baked side of the fence, airing reveals good fruit and ample wood; indeed, there’s brandied cherry, vanilla and chocolate to ponder. Long on the finish, albeit a finish that’s one-note simple. A little stark in terms of feel.
— M.S.
(6/1/2006)
Trumpeter 2004 Chardonnay (Tupungato)
- Best Buy
- $9
Lightweight in its approach, but still sturdy. The bouquet offers melon, tropical notes and white flowers, while the palate deals mostly cantaloupe and banana. A modestly oaked wine without a ton of stuffing. Good for basic sipping. Imported by Billington Imports.
— M.S.
(6/1/2006)
Trumpeter 2003 Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza)
- Best Buy
- $9
From cooler Tupungato, this blend seems marinated on the nose, with rubbery accents to the dark fruit. The bulky palate spills over with raspberry and plum, while the finish is mildly acidic. Nonetheless it’s a full-force red with plenty of fuel in the tank.
— M.S.
(3/1/2005)
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