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		<title>Decanter 2011 World Wine Award Tasting</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 01:39:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[2011/12/30, 當天很忙，所以只有速記 未成年請勿飲酒，飲酒過量有礙身體健康 Vina Casablanca Blanc de Blancs NV Casablanca Valley Small and mild bubble in the medium blonde-gold color. Yeast, baked nuts, citrus and fig flavors with a bit chewy texture (w/o bubbles). Waimea Estates Sauvignon Blanc Nelson 2009 New Zealand (得獎年份為 2010) Light blonde. Typical New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Black currant leaves, lemon [...]]]></description>
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<p>未成年請勿飲酒，飲酒過量有礙身體健康<br />
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<h2>Vina Casablanca Blanc de Blancs NV Casablanca Valley</h2>
<p>Small and mild bubble in the medium blonde-gold color. Yeast, baked nuts, citrus and fig flavors with a bit chewy texture (w/o bubbles).</p>
<h2>Waimea Estates Sauvignon Blanc Nelson 2009 New Zealand (得獎年份為 2010)</h2>
<p>Light blonde. Typical New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Black currant leaves, lemon and light melon skin. Medium-high acidity.</p>
<h2>Waimea Estates Spinyback Pinot Gris 2006 Waimea Plains, Nelson New Zealand (得獎年份為 2009)</h2>
<p>Light+ blonde. Surprising Pinot Gris due to its distinct petrol/mineral nose, very different to those from Alsace and Italy. Good.</p>
<h2>Knappstein Hand Picked Riesling 2010</h2>
<p>Hand picked Riesling contributes the elegant flavors and acidity balance. Begin with the mineral and orange flavored acidity. Shows honey and bouquet while the temperature goes higher. Good.</p>
<h2>De Bortoli Deen Vat 1 Durif 2008 South Eastern Australia Australia (得獎年份 2009)</h2>
<p>Personally think this is the best one of today. This Durif/Petit Syrah shows deep ruby color with purple rim, and nose includes jammy fruit flavors, leather, and black pepper hint. Although the tannin is high and young, the mouth feel is still comfortable. The medium+ acidity, tannin and the dense fruity shows its aging potential (I think 5 yrs aging is not a problem). Good.</p>
<h2>VinEcol Mendoza 2010 Oak Reserve Malbec (得獎年份為2009)</h2>
<p>Although I think the viticulture style of this winery is a bit over, this long maceration Malbec do show the charming bouquet. Nose also includes over-ripe black berries, vanilla, and leather. The tannin mouth feel is a bit rough.</p>
<h2>Bird in Hand Shiraz Two in the Bush 2010 Mt. Lofty Ranges, South Australia Australia (得獎年份為 2009)</h2>
<p>Similar to the 2008 Durif, but this Shiraz shows bigger structure, fuller body and denser nose. Leather, berry jams, bouquet and light butter. Too early to drink, need at least 3 yrs aging.</p>
<h2>Thompson Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Margaret River, Western Australia Australia (得獎年份為 2007)</h2>
<p>Not as energetic and active as other Australia Cabernet Sauvignon, this one shows a implicit and undertone style. Leather, light green pepper, berries, oak barrel. The palate is very lingering&#8230; Good. </p>
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		<title>吃飯閒聊品酒會</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:47:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[2010/10/9 忘記是為什麼四五個人聚在一起吃飯喝酒，地點是令人緬懷的孔雀 未成年請勿飲酒，飲酒過量有礙身體健康 Chapel Down Tenterden England NV Sparkling Rose Chateau Paveil de Luze 1998 Holy cow Riesling 2006 Schramsberg Cremant 1988 Demi-sec]]></description>
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忘記是為什麼四五個人聚在一起吃飯喝酒，地點是令人緬懷的孔雀</p>
<p>未成年請勿飲酒，飲酒過量有礙身體健康<br />
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<h2>Chapel Down Tenterden England NV Sparkling Rose</h2>
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Very Light pink color. Lots of active bubbles, and lasting for more than 1 hr.</p>
<p>Nose is light. Flower, egg white, black cherry.</p>
<p>Orange acidity flavor, light candy. The mouth feel of bubbles is a bit sharp. High acidity.<br />
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<h2>Chateau Paveil de Luze 1998</h2>
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Cru Bourgeois, Margaux.</p>
<p>Deep ruby with garnet hue. Can&#8217;t believe this is a 12 yrs old.</p>
<p>Medium nose. Pickled squash (decreasing), wet soil (decreasing), vegetable (decreasing), rotten leaves (decreasing), with chocolate, black currant. After about 0.5-1 hr breathing, shows sweet black cherry and flower noses, just like typical Margaux.</p>
<p>Medium- body with medium- acidity and tannin (matured and velvet). Dry but with a bit fruity sweetness. Chocolate, black berry, light flowers. Medium length. At its peak!!<br />
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<h2>Holy cow Riesling 2006</h2>
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Light blond.</p>
<p>Medium mineral (decreasing), honey (increasing), lemon, and peach. Some petrol nose is light and decreasing.</p>
<p>Palate has citrus, light green apple, and petrol flavors. Medium- acidity and body. Off-dry and medium- length.<br />
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<h2>Schramsberg Cremant 1988 Demi-sec</h2>
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Schramsberg is a sparkling wine winery in Calistoga (northwest of Napa, belongs to Napa AVA), and it was founded by a Germany family. This sparkling wine house follows the traditional Champenoise method to produce great wines, especially for their vintage sparklings. This Cremant is made by Flora (a cross of Sémillon and Gewürztraminer developed at UC Davis) with a small portion of Chardonnay and Gewürztraminer.</p>
<p>Deep tawny color.</p>
<p>Medium to pronounced nose. Caramel sauce, cake, coffee, milk, chocolate. All relate to desserts.</p>
<p>The body is medium to full, still keeps its structure (well, no bubbles after 20+ yrs). Low to medium acidity. Ripe apple, apple pie, citrus, chocolate, caramel and coffee.</p>
<p>Very Brilliant.<br />
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		<title>奇怪產區品酒會 &#8211; 白色才情‧紅色熱情</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:50:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[好吧，我用了張雨生的梗 未成年請勿飲酒，飲酒過量有礙身體健康 台灣葡萄酒與樹生酒莊 在二次世界大戰結束日本撤離台灣之前，日本人已經有飲用葡萄酒的習慣，中華民國政府也想藉此來賺一些錢，同時讓土壤相對較貧瘠的后里外埔一帶可以有農業產出，所以從民國42年開始，引進葡萄開始種植。民國46年起，公賣局開始跟葡萄農打契約來收購葡萄，並委託農會推廣。目前酒莊主人洪吉倍的祖父洪樹生在當年是擔任農會理事，也身體力行帶頭種植。每年葡萄農所收成的葡萄都送至台北酒廠(即後來的華山藝文特區，現今的華山1914文創園區)釀酒，民國 66 後，釀酒的業務轉至南投酒廠(62年開始籌建試生產)。 民國85年，南投酒廠收購完與農民契約的最後一批葡萄之後，葡萄農與公賣局的合作正式劃下句點，當時有許多葡萄農便放棄葡萄種植，改種植食用葡萄或其他水果，但當時已經接手家中大業的洪吉倍因為不捨所以將葡萄藤繼續留下。但在民國91年廢止菸酒專賣制度前，這些原本種植釀酒葡萄的葡萄農私下釀酒就變成了只能做不能說的事情，如同台灣其他的果農私自釀酒一樣。 所幸，民國87年立法院開始審查菸酒管理法，讓民間釀酒合法化露出一線曙光。後來88年發生921大地震之後，政府為了改善受災農民的經濟情況，同時為民間釀酒產業鋪路，於是透過行政院九二一震災災後重建委員會之農業振興計畫專案補助，由行政院農委會農村酒莊輔導小組在各地選定補助對象，以各地農特產品釀酒為主，開始輔導成立農村酒莊，而樹生酒莊也是當初被選定的其中一個。雖然時至今日，被輔導成立的農村酒莊不完全都是以各地的農特產品來釀酒，但這都是後話。 民國90年，樹生酒莊的酒莊建築與設備初步完工，開始申請使用營運，但這過程也歷經波折，直至92年才通過使用執照，正式營運。而睜一眼閉一眼的政府也從95年開始嚴加取締沒有執照的私釀酒莊，但其實台灣對於葡萄酒的法規仍和國外有一段差距。比方說，台灣法規規定葡萄酒的酒標任何的更動都視為一款不同產品的標示，必須經過申請才能上市販售，這也意味著一段耗時的過程。所以除了早期生產的酒款有在酒標上標示年份之外，樹生酒莊目前的酒款都只有在背標上標示裝瓶日期。 特級紅酒 從背標上的裝瓶日期(2010/12/15)看來，應該是2010或2009年份。 葡萄的品種是黑后葡萄(Black Queen)，為 1927 年在日本所研發出來的新品種，1937 年發表，為 Bailey 與 Golden Queen 混種而成，除了適合製酒之外也可以食用，在台灣主要種植在台中后里與外埔一帶，另外在彰化二林也有種植。 將黑后葡萄以正統葡萄酒釀法製作，並不像一般台灣的葡萄酒在發酵過程加入糖份。呈現略微偏淡的石榴石色澤，香氣並不是很濃烈，有著黑莓、梅子、綠茶，另有些微的生肉野味。入口帶著淡淡的甜度，並沒有太多的單寧，所以很容易入口，就這點上還是有些台灣葡萄酒的在地風格。口中有著梅子酸甜的味道，另外夾有一點點的青椒氣息。整體來說跟一般新舊世界的紅葡萄酒都不太一樣，有著台灣本土的「酸、甘、甜」的風格。 原本樹生酒莊還有生產一款「頂級紅酒」，名為「蒲桃（葡萄的古名）酒」。但因台灣法規規定酒類（蒸餾酒與葡萄酒）的甲醇含量必須在2000ppm（對乙醇）以下，而這款頂級紅酒無法達到這樣的標準，所以就無緣在市面上出現，或許需要再幾年的努力才有機會吧。（按：台灣法規對於除了葡萄之外的釀造酒類甲醇含量標準是 4000ppm） 冰釀甜酒 品種為金香葡萄（Golden Muscat）。此品種為1915年由康乃爾大學(Cornell University)與紐約州農改場合作，將 Muscat Hamburg 與 Diamond 這兩個品種混種而得。 在製作這款酒之前，先把採收的葡萄冷凍再榨汁，以提高糖份與濃縮香氣。顏色呈現淡稻稈色。香氣有冬瓜糖、黃金糖、蜂蜜、鳳梨醬，還有淡淡的柑橘與類似芥末的植物味道。入口略甜，蘋果、桃子、黃金糖，酸度偏低。 舞月天 也是金香葡萄釀製，和前者不一樣的是，這款酒採用了波特酒(Port)的作法，在尚未完全發酵完成前，就加入烈酒來殺死酵母菌，以保留糖份。烈酒的部分是尚未進木桶的白蘭地，所以並沒有改變原本白酒的顏色。 中等偏淡金黃色。桃子、荔枝、西瓜香氣，還有淡淡的香菇、花生味道。口中亦出現荔枝香氣，淡淡的蜂蜜與核果味道，因為烈酒帶來的辛辣感則讓人聯想到黑胡椒與辣椒。 巴卡斯 Bacchus 以白蘭地作法製成，然後進木桶熟成。 中等偏淡的茶色。焦糖、蜂蜜、醃燻、烘烤核果類香氣。入口除了蜂蜜、烘烤核果、類似辣椒的辛辣感之外，還有很奇妙的人蔘與八角香味。 約旦 Zumot winery 葡萄酒源起高加索山區，然後往南傳往中東地區，後來經腓尼基人由海路傳入歐洲，所以嚴格來說，位處中東的約旦應該有著相當久遠的葡萄酒歷史。 Zumot Group 是約旦的一個酒業與食品集團，最早是從 1954 年開始，不過那時候 Zumot 家族的主人 Bulos 只是以種植葡萄，然後賣給別人當作主業。 直到1987年，Zumot家族才開始酒類的生產與販售，不過這時候仍然是以蒸餾酒類為主。直到1995年，Zumot家族才開始在 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>好吧，我用了張雨生的梗</p>
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<p>未成年請勿飲酒，飲酒過量有礙身體健康<br />
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<h2>台灣葡萄酒與樹生酒莊</h2>
<p>在二次世界大戰結束日本撤離台灣之前，日本人已經有飲用葡萄酒的習慣，中華民國政府也想藉此來賺一些錢，同時讓土壤相對較貧瘠的后里外埔一帶可以有農業產出，所以從民國42年開始，引進葡萄開始種植。民國46年起，公賣局開始跟葡萄農打契約來收購葡萄，並委託農會推廣。目前酒莊主人洪吉倍的祖父洪樹生在當年是擔任農會理事，也身體力行帶頭種植。每年葡萄農所收成的葡萄都送至台北酒廠(即後來的華山藝文特區，現今的華山1914文創園區)釀酒，民國 66 後，釀酒的業務轉至南投酒廠(62年開始籌建試生產)。</p>
<p>民國85年，南投酒廠收購完與農民契約的最後一批葡萄之後，葡萄農與公賣局的合作正式劃下句點，當時有許多葡萄農便放棄葡萄種植，改種植食用葡萄或其他水果，但當時已經接手家中大業的洪吉倍因為不捨所以將葡萄藤繼續留下。但在民國91年廢止菸酒專賣制度前，這些原本種植釀酒葡萄的葡萄農私下釀酒就變成了只能做不能說的事情，如同台灣其他的果農私自釀酒一樣。</p>
<p>所幸，民國87年立法院開始審查菸酒管理法，讓民間釀酒合法化露出一線曙光。後來88年發生921大地震之後，政府為了改善受災農民的經濟情況，同時為民間釀酒產業鋪路，於是透過行政院九二一震災災後重建委員會之農業振興計畫專案補助，由行政院農委會農村酒莊輔導小組在各地選定補助對象，以各地農特產品釀酒為主，開始輔導成立農村酒莊，而樹生酒莊也是當初被選定的其中一個。雖然時至今日，被輔導成立的農村酒莊不完全都是以各地的農特產品來釀酒，但這都是後話。</p>
<p>民國90年，樹生酒莊的酒莊建築與設備初步完工，開始申請使用營運，但這過程也歷經波折，直至92年才通過使用執照，正式營運。而睜一眼閉一眼的政府也從95年開始嚴加取締沒有執照的私釀酒莊，但其實台灣對於葡萄酒的法規仍和國外有一段差距。比方說，台灣法規規定葡萄酒的酒標任何的更動都視為一款不同產品的標示，必須經過申請才能上市販售，這也意味著一段耗時的過程。所以除了早期生產的酒款有在酒標上標示年份之外，樹生酒莊目前的酒款都只有在背標上標示裝瓶日期。</p>
<blockquote>
<h2>特級紅酒</h2>
<p>從背標上的裝瓶日期(2010/12/15)看來，應該是2010或2009年份。</p>
<p>葡萄的品種是黑后葡萄(Black Queen)，為 1927 年在日本所研發出來的新品種，1937 年發表，為 Bailey 與 Golden Queen 混種而成，除了適合製酒之外也可以食用，在台灣主要種植在台中后里與外埔一帶，另外在彰化二林也有種植。</p>
<p>將黑后葡萄以正統葡萄酒釀法製作，並不像一般台灣的葡萄酒在發酵過程加入糖份。呈現略微偏淡的石榴石色澤，香氣並不是很濃烈，有著黑莓、梅子、綠茶，另有些微的生肉野味。入口帶著淡淡的甜度，並沒有太多的單寧，所以很容易入口，就這點上還是有些台灣葡萄酒的在地風格。口中有著梅子酸甜的味道，另外夾有一點點的青椒氣息。整體來說跟一般新舊世界的紅葡萄酒都不太一樣，有著台灣本土的「酸、甘、甜」的風格。</p>
<p>原本樹生酒莊還有生產一款「頂級紅酒」，名為「蒲桃（葡萄的古名）酒」。但因台灣法規規定酒類（蒸餾酒與葡萄酒）的甲醇含量必須在2000ppm（對乙醇）以下，而這款頂級紅酒無法達到這樣的標準，所以就無緣在市面上出現，或許需要再幾年的努力才有機會吧。（按：台灣法規對於除了葡萄之外的釀造酒類甲醇含量標準是 4000ppm）</p>
<h2>冰釀甜酒</h2>
<p>品種為金香葡萄（Golden Muscat）。此品種為1915年由康乃爾大學(Cornell University)與紐約州農改場合作，將 Muscat Hamburg 與 Diamond 這兩個品種混種而得。</p>
<p>在製作這款酒之前，先把採收的葡萄冷凍再榨汁，以提高糖份與濃縮香氣。顏色呈現淡稻稈色。香氣有冬瓜糖、黃金糖、蜂蜜、鳳梨醬，還有淡淡的柑橘與類似芥末的植物味道。入口略甜，蘋果、桃子、黃金糖，酸度偏低。</p>
<h2>舞月天</h2>
<p>也是金香葡萄釀製，和前者不一樣的是，這款酒採用了波特酒(Port)的作法，在尚未完全發酵完成前，就加入烈酒來殺死酵母菌，以保留糖份。烈酒的部分是尚未進木桶的白蘭地，所以並沒有改變原本白酒的顏色。</p>
<p>中等偏淡金黃色。桃子、荔枝、西瓜香氣，還有淡淡的香菇、花生味道。口中亦出現荔枝香氣，淡淡的蜂蜜與核果味道，因為烈酒帶來的辛辣感則讓人聯想到黑胡椒與辣椒。</p>
<h2>巴卡斯 Bacchus</h2>
<p>以白蘭地作法製成，然後進木桶熟成。</p>
<p>中等偏淡的茶色。焦糖、蜂蜜、醃燻、烘烤核果類香氣。入口除了蜂蜜、烘烤核果、類似辣椒的辛辣感之外，還有很奇妙的人蔘與八角香味。
</p></blockquote>
<h2>約旦 Zumot winery</h2>
<p>葡萄酒源起高加索山區，然後往南傳往中東地區，後來經腓尼基人由海路傳入歐洲，所以嚴格來說，位處中東的約旦應該有著相當久遠的葡萄酒歷史。</p>
<p>Zumot Group 是約旦的一個酒業與食品集團，最早是從 1954 年開始，不過那時候 Zumot 家族的主人 Bulos 只是以種植葡萄，然後賣給別人當作主業。</p>
<p>直到1987年，Zumot家族才開始酒類的生產與販售，不過這時候仍然是以蒸餾酒類為主。直到1995年，Zumot家族才開始在 Madaba 區種植專門拿來釀酒的國際葡萄品種。</p>
<blockquote>
<h2>Zumot Saint George Cabernet Sauvignon Pinot Noir 2008 Madaba Vineyard</h2>
<p>蠻奇特的混調品種，即便在新世界充滿大量實驗作品的地方也很少見到這樣的組合。</p>
<p>酒色中等，呈現紅寶石與石榴石的顏色。</p>
<p>有著藍莓、草莓、覆盆子的新鮮莓果味道。隨著時間經過，莓果味道變得更佳的明顯，也出現了一些花香，不過淡淡的青椒味道並沒有較為散去。</p>
<p>入口有覆盆子、黑胡椒、香料與些許花香。酒體與香氣不甚厚實，或許跟熟成時間或者跟葡萄藤的年紀有關。
</p></blockquote>
<h2>泰國的葡萄酒產業</h2>
<p>一般而言，適合生產葡萄酒的緯度大約是在 30~50 度之間，但泰國卻推翻了這個規則，開始生產起葡萄酒來，同時泰國人也把他們這種不在緯度 30~50 度之間生產的葡萄酒稱作 &#8220;new latitude wine&#8221;。為了避免葡萄成熟後風味不足的問題，所以葡萄園多半在山上或者河湖邊，希望藉由水氣或者高度來調節過熱的氣溫。雖然如此，但在泰國的葡萄依舊可以達到一年兩熟的程度，這應該是泰國的葡萄酒生產者所需要面對的嚴苛問題。</p>
<p>泰國目前所生產的酒類，大約只有20%屬於葡萄酒(約110萬瓶/年)，而其中的80%都是紅酒。所生產的葡萄酒當中，約有1/3都外銷，主要銷往德國、斯堪地維尼亞、香港、中國與台灣，其中 Siam winery 的酒大概有 70% 都是外銷到其他各國去。在泰國酒稅非常的重，國內生產的要課200%，國外進口的要課360%。但因為澳洲酒是主要泰國國人消費的進口葡萄酒(約佔35%)，所以泰國政府在2005年跟澳洲簽訂FTA時，便將澳洲酒的進口關稅從原本跟其他各國一樣的51%以每年4%的幅度逐步調降，預計在2015年將會變為0關稅。</p>
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<h2>Chateau de Phayayen Shiraz 2009</h2>
<p>Chateau de Phayayen 位處曼谷的東北方約兩百公里的山上，海拔約有 400m 以上。</p>
<p>很遺憾地這款酒應該是保存不佳，開瓶倒出之後可以發現酒液混濁，還有衝鼻的俗豔氣味，像是熟爛的芭樂、廉價的香料巧克力、壞掉的梅果類香味，還有著不舒服的植物葉子嗆鼻味道與硫化物氣息。入口更有如一場災難，讓人難以下嚥，這大概是第一次這麼明顯感受到葡萄酒壞掉的樣子，與其豔麗帶有粉紅色調的紅寶石色澤相當不搭調。</p>
<p>雖然放到第二天之後，可怕的氣味變得比較弱，也出現了仙楂的味道，但還是令人難以接受。</p>
<h2>Siam Winery Monsoon Valley Shiraz 2004 Hua Hin Hills Vineyard</h2>
<p><a href="http://www.monsoonvalleywine.com/" target="_blank">Siam Winery</a>的葡萄園都在 Hua Hin Hills 的 Monsoon Valley，此地位在曼谷西南方約一百多公里處，海拔約 200~300 公尺左右，另外在東南方有個湖泊可以稍微調節溫度。Siam酒莊前應該使泰國最為首屈一指的酒莊。</p>
<p>雖然相較於 Chateau de Phayayen 處在比較南邊，但是這款酒明顯地做得比前者好(或許應該是Chateau de Phayayen 那瓶酒有點問題的關係)。中等酒色，稍稍偏淡，石榴石與紅寶石色澤。黑莓、黑櫻桃、黑胡椒，另外還有香草與焦糖氣味；放在1000~2000公升的大桶中熟成，所以也沒有太過度的木桶味道。入口的感覺沒有一般 Syrah 那樣的強勁，新鮮的草莓與覆盆子莓類香味，還有黑胡椒味道。還滿容易入口，可惜的是尾韻不夠長。</p>
<p>喝過這款酒也就不難想像為什麼歐洲人會願意進口泰國酒了，不似澳洲那樣的重口味，但又能帶來不同於隆河區的感受。</p></blockquote>
<h2>日本</h2>
<p>相傳日本在繩文時期就有飲用葡萄發酵飲料的習慣，但這個論點一直缺乏確切的物證。而目前有確切證據顯示種植葡萄與釀酒的紀錄應可追朔到西元718年，在甲州勝沼一帶，不過這時後釀酒是否拿來飲用則不得而知。開始有飲用葡萄酒的紀錄則要到西元16世紀，但對日本人來說，把葡萄酒漸漸融入生活中則是到明治維新之後的事情了。</p>
<p>因為明治維新之故，再加上日本地處緯度剛好適合種植釀酒葡萄，所以日本在明治維新之後也開始種植葡萄與釀酒的事業，目前最為有名的區域大概就屬甲州一帶，而最有名的葡萄品種應屬 Muscat Bailey A (為川上善兵衛將 Bailey 與 Muscat Hamburg 混種而成)以及甲州特有種葡萄兩者。甲州葡萄因為漫畫的關係所以在台灣的知名度反而不低，這次也很幸運地可以託Tomo桑帶了兩瓶來。</p>
<blockquote>
<h2>Sapporo 長野 Merlot Cabernet 2004</h2>
<p>Sapporo 成名是因為啤酒，不過近年來他們也開始跨足葡萄酒事業，在北海道、山梨、岡山、長野都有葡萄園。</p>
<p>中等石榴石色澤。黑醋栗、皮革、橡木桶、線香與花香氣味。入口有黑櫻桃、黑胡椒、皮革風味。酒體中等、單寧明顯略為偏高、酸度中等。相當平衡的一款酒，不論是品飲、搭餐都很適合，不過總覺得缺少些驚奇感，就跟日本人的中規中矩一樣。</p>
<h2>Chateau Mercian 2009 甲州きいろ香</h2>
<p>因為漫畫而大名鼎鼎的<a href="http://www.chateaumercian.com/wine/koshu/kiiroka_2007.html" target="_blank">甲州黃色香</a>。這款酒是用富永敬俊博士(2008/6/8過世)改良的甲州葡萄所釀製，和一般甲州葡萄的差異在於有更明顯的柑橘類香味，第一個年份為2004。</p>
<p>Chateau Mercian 算是日本最早的酒莊，於1877年開始種植葡萄，1949該酒莊第一款酒問世，1998年的時候還找來了Chateau Margaux 的manager指導。</p>
<p>偏淡的金黃色帶有綠色色澤。香氣也稍稍偏淡，除了礦石味道之外，柑橘、桃子與蜂蜜的味道偏淡，雖然可以感受到其優雅的風格，但夾雜著一些潮溼布料的味道有點衝突。</p>
<p>高酸度，鳳梨、柳橙與些微的礦石味道。口中香氣延續性不錯。</p>
<h2>勝沼醸造株式会社 御坂 MISAKA 甲州樽発酵 2008</h2>
<p><a href="http://www.katsunuma-winery.com/" target="_blank">勝沼醸造株式会社</a>位在甲州市勝沼町，主要有三片葡萄園，以種植國際葡萄品種為主，另外還跟當地的葡萄農簽約種植甲州葡萄(約 2.7 公頃)。使用木桶是這款白酒的特色，且用得非常適當，保有甲州葡萄的風味與風土的特色。</p>
<p>中等金黃色。香氣中等，主要呈現木桶香氣風格，另有鳳梨與一些礦石與煙燻味道。後來還出現一些乾果、梅子香味。</p>
<p>口中香氣沒有嗅聞時那麼濃烈，但酒體仍屬中上。鳳梨、木桶、淡淡的香草與礦石味道。尾韻有一些奶油味。尾韻的酸度稍微太過銳利，這大概是比較遺憾的地方。</p>
<p>但整體而言，同樣是甲州葡萄所釀製，我個人覺得這款做得比前者的甲州黃色香來得好。
</p></blockquote>
<h2>奧地利</h2>
<p>奧地利以生產白葡萄酒為主，其風格跟鄰近的德國、匈牙利很接近，唯獨所種植的葡萄品種不太一樣。奧地利約有四千年的葡萄種植歷史，但釀製葡萄酒的技術與飲用葡萄酒的習慣則可能是在羅馬帝國擴張的時候才被帶入這塊土地。或許因為過去技術貧乏的關係(不太確定)，一直到16世紀之後釀酒與飲酒的風氣才開始有明顯的成長。</p>
<p>不幸的是十七世紀先因戰亂與重稅的關係，再到十九世紀黴菌的感染影響，奧地利的葡萄酒工業一直沒辦法在世界舞台上好好表現。1872年的葡萄根瘤蚜蟲病(phylloxera)更是重創奧地利，這也使得奧地利種植的葡萄品種大洗牌，讓Grüner Veltliner這種比較容易照顧的品種成為主流，也因此奧地利的葡萄酒工業轉向大量生產便宜葡萄酒，然後輸出到以德國為主的其他國家，第一次世界大戰之後，奧地利因為這樣的方針而成為世界第三大的葡萄酒生產國。</p>
<p>不過這樣的方針後來也讓奧地利自食惡果，因為Grüner Veltliner品種雖然容易種植，但要有好品質卻不容易。當兩次的世界大戰過去，四海昇平的時代來臨，消費者開始從便宜大碗逐漸轉變成對品質越來越要求。所以不肖的酒商就在酒中加入二甘醇來讓酒喝起來更加厚實，而且因為同樣是醇類(酒精=乙醇)，所以也很難檢驗出來，不過夜路走多總是會遇到鬼，1980年就爆發了葡萄酒防凍劑醜聞(二甘醇常用來做為防凍劑)，又是重創奧地利的葡萄酒工業。(怎麼聽起來很像台灣的塑化劑事件&#8230; 囧rz)</p>
<blockquote>
<h2>Weingut Gesellmann Opus Eximium Cuvee No.7 1994</h2>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/phanix/5678792809/" title="R0018934 by Phanix, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5106/5678792809_c74f0c373e_z.jpg" width="480" height="640" alt="R0018934"></a><br />
Gesellmann 這家酒莊相當古老，最早的紀錄可以回推至1767年。而在1988年推出 Opus Eximium 系列，與1992年推出Bela Rex後名聲更是響亮，儼然成為奧地利的膜拜酒款(cult wine)。Bela Rex 為國際品種所釀製，而 Opus Eximium 以及後來推出也很有名的 G 系列卻都是用當地品種釀製，充分展現奧地利不但可以做出絕佳的國際品種紅酒，同時也具有將當地品種推上國際舞台的實力。</p>
<p>Opus Eximium 系列後頭的編號即代表這款酒為第幾個製作年分，比方說 1988 年就是 Cuvee No.1，而這次品飲的 1994 年分就是 No.7。</p>
<p>石榴石顏色，略帶有茶色。木質氣味、老舊煙燻皮革、醃李子與許多的陳年風味。入口非常的平衡且結構平穩，沒有因為 16 年的時光流逝而衰敗，口中風味與鼻子所聞到的相當一致，且口中餘韻悠長。
</p></blockquote>
<h2>英國</h2>
<p>早在羅馬帝國時期，葡萄種植就已經傳入英國，但葡萄的產量以及釀酒的產量與品質卻因氣候關係而一直起起落落。然而，拜近年來地球暖化之賜，歐洲適合種植葡萄釀酒的區域越來越往北擴張，使得英國釀酒產業得以更蓬勃發展。事實上早在近年地球暖化問題出現的很久很久之前，英國就開始有種植葡萄的紀錄，當然，這也是因為羅馬帝國擴張之故，使得在現今的林肯郡(Lincolnshire)也有葡萄種植。因為葡萄園稀少且產量不穩定之故，所以在二十世紀前英國的葡萄酒給自己的國民喝都不夠，這也促使英國在當時變成葡萄酒最大進口國。</p>
<p>不過在1860，英國皇室大砍進口稅金(83%)之後，重創了英國的葡萄酒生產業，因為優質的法國(或其他國家)葡萄酒根本就把英國產葡萄酒打趴在地上，再加上第一次世界大戰爆發，許多葡萄園便改種麥子，並且糖也改為配給(在當時因為葡萄經常不夠成熟之故，所以英國葡萄酒在釀製過程中允許加糖)，使得英國的葡萄酒產業鏈日落西山。</p>
<p>到20世紀後期，約1970年代，因為德國甜白酒的興起才讓英國的葡萄種植與釀酒開始有所起色，雖然因為氣候關係，平均的品質仍然很難跟其他國家相比。進入21世紀後，因為暖化、食物里程(food miles)觀念的興起，再加上種植葡萄的經濟效益(每英畝約可收益三四千英鎊，和種植麥子的三四百英鎊差距甚大)，有越來越多的葡萄園產生。此外，英國的葡萄酒也開始在國際市場上發光，在2004年的歐洲氣泡酒大賽中，英國拿下前十名中不少的名次，更是激勵英國酒莊往氣泡酒的方向發展。</p>
<p>目前英國主要種植釀酒葡萄的區域是在東南邊靠近海邊的區域，或許這塊區域在很久很久之前跟法國香檳區是相連在一起－所以土質相當 類似，同屬白堊土，也因此英國的氣泡酒也隨之相當有名。</p>
<blockquote><h2>Nyetimber Blanc de Blanc 2001</h2>
<p>淡稻草顏色，稍帶綠色色澤。氣泡細小且充滿活力，維持時間超過一個小時以上。</p>
<p>香氣中等。梨子、蘋果、梅子、奶油、淡淡的蜜香、石頭，還有一些酵母味道。<br />
入口有檸檬、淡淡的酵母、蘋果、鳳梨、石頭。酸度很高且跟香氣一樣持續很久，但不會令人感到不舒服。當氣泡沒了之後也可以打趴一堆Chardonnay白酒。
</p></blockquote>
<h2>美國東北部</h2>
<p>講到美國葡萄酒，第一個反應可能是加州，然後是奧勒岡跟華盛頓。但實際上美國許多地方都有生產葡萄酒，只是在西岸的這三個聯邦州較為得天獨厚。在東北部因為大西洋洋流之故，所以天氣較同樣緯度的西岸較為酷寒，冬天來個幾場暴風雪都有如家常便飯。</p>
<p>這次品飲的兩款紐約州的白酒，都是來自Finger Lakes區。Finger Lakes 位在紐約州的西北邊，原本為多條由南往北注入Lake Ontario的河流，後來在約一百萬年前的冰河時期，由現今加拿大Hudson Bay的冰河大舉擴張南下侵入這些河川谷地，冰河退縮之後卻也把這些河川堵死而變成現今的 Finger Lakes。Finger Lakes 夏季高溫可達28度，比起紐約州中部要來得溫暖，夜晚也能保有16度的低溫，適合葡萄生長。此AVA比較大的問題大概就是土質，因為冰河推積的關係，帶來多種類的土質，但同時也有許多黏土，多少影響了排水。</p>
<blockquote>
<h2>Casa Larga Finger Lakes Viognier Reserve Limited Release 2006</h2>
<p>中等金黃色。香氣略為明顯，洋槐花、蜂蜜、忍冬、杏桃、淡淡的甘蔗甜味。</p>
<p>入口的味道稍淡一些。洋槐花、未熟的杏桃、白胡椒、淡淡的蜂蜜味道。酸度中上，但尾韻出現一些柑橘類果皮的苦味，略為可惜。</p>
<h2>Casa Larga Finger Lakes Riesling 2009</h2>
<p>淡金黃色。香氣中等但令人感覺鬆散，鳳梨、蜂蜜，以及淡淡的花香、礦石與汽油味道。</p>
<p>高酸度。口中有柳橙、蜂蜜、礦石與汽油味道。有點類似德國 Riesling 的風格，或許是土壤的關係，所以沒有像德國那樣的濃郁複雜。
</p></blockquote>
<h2>加拿大 Osoyoos Larose</h2>
<p>提到加拿大葡萄酒，可能大家都會先想到有名的冰酒。加拿大以混種的 vidal 葡萄釀製了許多物美價廉的冰酒行銷全世界，另外也有一些高品質的Riesling所做成的冰酒，但加拿大的紅酒實力也不容小覷。Okanagan Valley 地處內陸，遠離海邊約有200公里以上的距離，類似大陸型氣候外加有湖水調節營造出適合種植葡萄的條件，降雨不多，夏天高溫可逼近攝氏30度，夜晚也只有約15度不到的氣溫，讓葡萄足以成熟，同時兼具不錯的酸度。</p>
<p>Osoyoos Larose位在 Osoyoos Lake (跨美加兩國) 北邊的 Oliver 鎮上，為波爾多的 Groupe Taillan 與加拿大的 Vincor International 兩個集團一起創立，vincor International 最早的歷史可以推至1874年(<a href="http://www.winesofcanada.com/vincor_history.html" target="_blank">ref 1</a>, <a href="http://www.winesofcanada.com/vincor.html" target="_blank">ref 2</a>, <a href="http://www.vincorinternational.com/" target="_blank">ref 3</a>)，目前為 Constellation 這個全球最大的葡萄酒集團所擁有；而 Groupe Taillan 則是擁有 Gruaud-Larose 這個波爾多評級酒莊的母企業。</p>
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<h2>Osoyoos Larose Le Grand Vin 2006</h2>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/phanix/5678794617/" title="R0018936 by Phanix, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5146/5678794617_14a99c98dc_z.jpg" width="480" height="640" alt="R0018936"></a></p>
<p>表現非常好的一款酒，外觀是略深的石榴石顏色。奶油、黑莓、溼草地、巧克力、香草、松露、奶香、花香非常豐富，尤其隨著醒酒時間拉長，更能聞到越來越明顯的花香。入口單寧感明顯，非常大量且紮實。有黑莓、些微青椒，以及濕土壤的氣味。
</p></blockquote>
<h2>葡萄酒的發源地&#8211;喬治亞</h2>
<p>喬治亞位在高加索山區域，當地人種植葡萄的紀錄約在西元前9000~7000年間，而在西元前6000~5000年就有釀製葡萄酒的紀錄。Saperavi為當地高加索山的原生葡萄品種，也有可能是全世界現存最古老的葡萄品種之一。然而因未釀酒技術的落後以及過去未開放之故，喬治亞的葡萄酒一直難登大雅之堂。但隨著蘇聯瓦解與對國際開放，導入新的釀酒技術後，喬治亞的葡萄酒也開始迎頭趕上。前些日子Nina帶了幾位喬治亞的酒莊代表來台灣，藉由品酒會來推廣喬治亞的葡萄酒，雖然不少的品像仍然落後於其他國家，但也可發現酒莊的用心，不過，依舊是先前喝過的 Georgian Legend 最令人印象深刻，所以這回仍然是拿它來展現喬治亞的葡萄酒實力。</p>
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<h2>Georgian Legend 2003</h2>
<p>偏深的紅寶石色。巧克力、老茶葉、焦糖、八角、濕土壤、溼葉子、花香、菸草氣味。入口的單寧感依然感受明顯，黑莓、師土壤、木頭與濕草地味道。跟前幾次的經驗差不多，很紮實且有特色。
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		<description><![CDATA[又被點名&#8230; =__= 2011/3/19 &#38; 2011/4/14 @孔雀 (Thanks for the courtesy of Catherine ) 未成年請勿飲酒，飲酒過量有礙身體健康。 Mionetto Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut Mionetto Valdobbiadene DOCG Prosecco Mionetto Vivo Dolce White Mionetto Moscato Dolce White MO Sergio Rose Extra Dry MO Sergio White Extra Dry Henkell Trocken Henkell Trocken Kardinal Other Stories&#8230; The followings are some other informations, but [...]]]></description>
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2011/3/19 &amp; 2011/4/14 @孔雀<br />
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(Thanks for the courtesy of Catherine <img src='http://blog.phanix.idv.tw/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif' alt=':D' class='wp-smiley' /> )</p>
<p>未成年請勿飲酒，飲酒過量有礙身體健康。<br />
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<h2>Mionetto Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut</h2>
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100% Glera</p>
<p>Pale- straw color, light green hue. Tiny bubbles, not so active, not so many.</p>
<p>Medium- nose. Peach, longan, light floral, light melon, mineral, light white raisin.</p>
<p>Tiny bubble contributes smooth mouthfeel, with pear, green apple and light nuts flavors. Light and fresh palate.<br />
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100% Glera 釀製</p>
<p>淡稻草色，帶有些微綠色色澤。細小的泡泡，量不多且不是太活力豐沛。</p>
<p>中等偏弱的香氣，白桃、龍眼、淡淡花香、淡淡瓜香，還有白葡萄乾與礦石風味。</p>
<p>細小的泡泡帶來的柔細口感裡頭有著梨子、青蘋果和淡核果類香味。輕盈清新。<br />
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<h2>Mionetto Valdobbiadene DOCG Prosecco</h2>
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100% Glera.</p>
<p>Pale- straw. Bubbles are similar to previous Treviso.</p>
<p>Light butter, peach, litchi, lemon, melon, mineral noses.</p>
<p>Palate is stronger than previous one, and also shows better acidity. Pear, apple, grapefruit, and light peach sweetness.<br />
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一樣是 100% Glera.</p>
<p>淡稻草色。氣泡跟前一款差不多。</p>
<p>香氣帶有淡奶油香、桃子、荔枝、萊姆、瓜果、礦石味道。</p>
<p>入口可以感覺到比前者要來的重一些，且酸度的表現更好。梨子、蘋果、葡萄柚，以及淡淡的桃子甜味。<br />
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<h2>Mionetto Vivo Dolce White</h2>
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Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Verduzzo, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc.</p>
<p>Pale straw. Bubble is a bit larger than Prosecco.</p>
<p>Peach, apple, light floral honey and light raisin in nose.</p>
<p>Palate contains lemon tonic water, green apple, peach, mineral. The medium- acidity gives good balance with the sweetness.<br />
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淡稻草色。氣泡比前面的 Prosecco 稍微大一些</p>
<p>桃子、蘋果、淡淡花蜜香味以及一些葡萄乾味道。</p>
<p>入口有類似黑松汽水、青蘋果、桃子與一些礦石味道。中等偏弱的酸度和甜味達成不錯的平衡。<br />
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<h2>Mionetto Moscato Dolce White</h2>
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100% Moscato (should be Moscato Bianco, the most common variety for sparkling)</p>
<p>Pale straw. Less bubbles than previous.</p>
<p>Typical Moscato. Litchi, longan, peach, light rose nose in palate and nose.<br />
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100% Moscato (應該是 Moscato Bianco)</p>
<p>淡稻草色。氣泡比前者來得少。</p>
<p>典型的 Moscato ，荔枝、龍眼、白桃以及些微玫瑰味道。<br />
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<h2>MO Sergio Rose Extra Dry</h2>
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Medium+ pink. Bubbles are similar to the Prosecco.</p>
<p>Medium+ nose. Concentrated strawberry. Light peach, light honey and light citrus. The palate flavors are consistent to the nose, with medium, well-balanced, and crisp acidity. Great sparkling.<br />
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中等偏深的粉紅色。氣泡的狀況跟 Prosecco 差不多。</p>
<p>明顯的草莓味道，還有白桃、些微的蜂蜜以及柑橘味道。口中的風味呈現與香氣相當一致，搭配均衡清爽的酸度很棒。做得相當好的氣泡酒。<br />
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<h2>MO Sergio White Extra Dry</h2>
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In the past, the regulations are not so strict as today, so a Prosecco sparkling can be made from a cuvee of Prosecco and many other varieties . And this sparkling follows the ancient cuvee: Prosecco (Glera), Bianchetta Genovese (Albarola), Verdiso, and Chardonnay. Wine region is Prosecco di Conegliano-Valdobbiadene, but this sparkling is neither a DOC nor a DOCG wine, due to that Prosecco now is made only from Glera variety.</p>
<p>Pale straw. Bubbles are similar to the Prosecco.</p>
<p>Peach, honey, apple and dry prunes in the medium nose. Peach, pineapple, honey and citrus in the palate with crisp acidity. Good sparkling, but a bit behind of the Rose in my opinion.<br />
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過去 Prosecco 氣泡酒因為相關規範沒有那麼嚴格的關係，所以除了使用 Prosecco 葡萄之外，還可以混合其他品種。而這款氣泡酒的作法就是遵照古法，在 Glera (Prosecco) 之外還用了 Chardonnay, Verdiso, Bianchetta Genovese (Albarola)。產區雖然是掛 Prosecco di Conegliano-Valdobbiadene ，但這並不是一款 DOC/DOCG 的酒，因為並不是 100% Glera 釀造。</p>
<p>淡稻草色。氣泡的狀況跟 Prosecco 差不多。</p>
<p>香氣有白桃、蜂蜜、蘋果還有梅仔乾。入口還可以感受到鳳梨及清爽的酸度。也是不錯的氣泡酒，但是我自己覺得比起 Rose 要差一點點。<br />
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<h2>Henkell Trocken</h2>
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A cuvee of various varieties, which mainly include Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and Chenin Blanc.</p>
<p>Pale+ blond. Small, but not very very bubbles.</p>
<p>Apple, Pear, light daisy, notable mineral, and light vanilla.</p>
<p>Active palate includes light honey, unripe apple, and a savory flavor hint of seaweed. A hint of not-well-balanced alcohol note.<br />
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由許多葡萄品種混調而成，主要有Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling 和 Chenin Blanc.</p>
<p>淡金黃色。氣泡小，但不是太多。</p>
<p>香味有蘋果、梨子、些微的菊花、明顯的礦石以及淡淡的香草味道。</p>
<p>新鮮活潑的口感。蜂蜜、未熟的蘋果、礦石，還有一點海苔味道。酒精和其他味道有點不夠均衡而稍稍突顯出來，可惜。<br />
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<h2>Henkell Trocken Kardinal</h2>
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&#8220;Kardinal&#8221; means &#8220;cardinal&#8221; in English. So, literally, this is a red sparkling, which is a rare type on the market.</p>
<p><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blaufr%C3%A4nkisch" target="_blank">Blaufrankisch</a> + <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zweigelt" target="_blank">Zweigelt</a> varieties.</p>
<p>Deep ruby color.</p>
<p>Blue berry, black cherry, light honey, light plastic pipe and light plastic glue with the hint of smoky leather. With the temperature is higher, the underneath green pepper aroma shows up, and the smoky leather becomes more perceivable.</p>
<p>Medium- tannin, which is not so notable as the temperature is low. Black berry, black cherry, cinnamon, raw meat, fur, mandarin medicine and smoky leather in the palate. An interesting sparkling.<br />
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德文的&#8221;Kardinal&#8221;就是cardinal，中文叫做樞機主教，因為服裝顏色的關係，又叫做紅衣主教。所以，這是個紅氣泡酒。深紅的顏色。</p>
<p>藍莓、黑櫻桃、淡蜜香、些微塑膠水管與黏著劑味道，另外還有很淡的煙燻皮革味。但當溫度升高後，出現了青椒味道，此外原本的煙燻皮革味道也變得更明顯。</p>
<p>中等的單寧，溫度低的時候較難察覺。入口有黑莓、黑櫻桃、肉桂、生肉、毛皮、中藥以及煙燻皮革味道。算是很有趣的一隻紅氣泡酒。<br />
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<h2>Other Stories&#8230;</h2>
<p>The followings are some other informations, but I won&#8217;t translate them into Chinese, because my Chinese typing speed is now behind English typing. Besides, it&#8217;s also time consuming.</p>
<p>Henkell &amp; Co. Sektkellerei KG is founded by Adam Henkell in 1832, started as a wine merchant store. In 1856, Adam began sparkling wine making. And his grandson, Otto, breakthrough the national and international market with the first brand name, Henkell Trocken. In 1945, the last year of WWII, Henkell became one of the most important sparkling wine company in Germany. In 2007, Henkell acquired Ukrainskoye in Kiev and Mionetto in Italy, so that it became the 2nd largest sparkling wine company in the world, behind LVMH. However, in 2010, Henkell became the largest one.</p>
<p>Prosecco is actually a wine region, and sparkling wines are named as Prosecco, which is the major competitor of Champagne. The method of making Prosecco is Charmat method, but Charmat method is actually invented by Federico Martinotti, not Eugène Charmat. Martinotti invent this method, second fermentation in autoclave tank, by 1895. Charmat improved this method by 1900&#8242;s with re-design a larger stainless autoclave tank.</p>
<p>Nowadays, Glera grape is the only permitted variety to make Prosecco. Besides Prosecco, Glera grapes are also planted in other regions for wine making. However, because of the &#8220;monopoly&#8221;, this grape variety are also called as &#8220;Prosecco&#8221;. Well, if you want to make things clear, I think Glera is more proper for the variety of Prosecco sparkling wine.</p>
<p>The two sparkling wines from Henkell are &#8220;trocken&#8221; (mean &#8220;dry&#8221; in English), but it tasted a bit sweeter than Mionetto. One of my guesses is the weather change, the warmer climate might make the sugarness in grapes higher than before, as the grapes ripe enough to develop enough flavors and aromas. The other guess is that such sweetness is for concealing some shortcomings of the wine. I also asked the representative of Henkell, and his answer is that the sweeter taste tendency might due to the daily cuisine taste of people. As the economy improving, people might want to have more flavored, sweeter, more savory foods and drinks. This answer confused me again, because the COMMISSION REGULATION (EC) of E.U. changed the sweetness classification in July 14th, 2009, and made it &#8220;drier&#8221;. (See below, ref: [<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweetness_of_wine#Terms_used_to_indicate_sweetness_of_sparkling_wine" target="_blank">1</a>], [<a href="http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=CELEX:31992R2333:EN:HTML" target="_blank">2</a>])</p>
<pre>Rating               | Sugar content     | Sugar Content
                     | (after 2009/7/14) | (after 1992/7/13)
---------------------+-------------------+---------------
Brut Nature          |                   |
(no added sugar)     | 0–3               | 0-3
---------------------+-------------------+---------------
Extra Brut           | 0–6               | 0-6
---------------------+-------------------+---------------
Brut                 | 0–12              | 0-15
---------------------+-------------------+---------------
Extra Dry, Extra Sec,| 12–17             | 12-20
Extra seco           |                   |
---------------------+-------------------+---------------
Dry, Sec, Sec        | 17–32             | 17-35
---------------------+-------------------+---------------
Demi-Sec, Semi-seco  | 32–50             | 33-50
---------------------+-------------------+---------------
Doux, Sweet, Dulce   | 50+               | 50+</pre>
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		<title>Mailly Grand Cru</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mailly 超好喝，不虧為 Grand cru!! 雖然說後來喝過 Salon 之後覺得 Mailly 雖然貴為 Grand cru 但是還是明顯輸了一截 XD，不過還是先來把這篇 Mailly 補完。 2010/9/1, @孔雀 未成年請勿飲酒 Brut-Reserve NV 右邊那一瓶。 Many lasting small bubbles. Apple and honey hint in nose. Pineapple in palate. Demi-sec NV More and larger bubbles, compare to Brut-Reserve, but a little bit sharp in mouth. Tangerine and light peach flavors. [...]]]></description>
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雖然說後來喝過 Salon 之後覺得 Mailly 雖然貴為 Grand cru 但是還是明顯輸了一截 XD，不過還是先來把這篇 Mailly 補完。</p>
<p>2010/9/1, @孔雀<br />
未成年請勿飲酒<br />
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<h2>Brut-Reserve NV</h2>
<p>右邊那一瓶。<br />
Many lasting small bubbles. Apple and honey hint in nose. Pineapple in palate.</p>
<h2>Demi-sec NV</h2>
<p>More and larger bubbles, compare to Brut-Reserve, but a little bit sharp in mouth.<br />
Tangerine and light peach flavors. Peach sweetness and light citrus acidity in palate.</p>
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<h2>Blanc de Noir NV</h2>
<p>右邊。</p>
<p>Many small bubbles. Blonde with very slightly pink hue.<br />
Maple sweet, rose floral nose, dried date, raisin, dried plum and peach hint.<br />
In palate, honey, dried date, plum, peach, and maple sweet.</p>
<p>Mailly&#8217;s vineyards are quite large, but most of grapes they cultivate are Pinot Noir. So, you can find a Blanc de Noir (white from black) easily, but hard to find a Blanc de Blanc. Actually, Mailly has one &#8220;<a href="http://www.champagne-mailly.com/en/accueil.php#/exception_blanche" target="_blank">Exception Blanche</a>&#8220;, but it is only produced in very good vintage.</p>
<h2>Brut Rose NV</h2>
<p>Beautiful pink, quite like salmon pink.</p>
<p>Bubble quality is the same as Blanc de Noir NV.</p>
<p>Black cherry and black berry nose. Palate is also similar, but there&#8217;re some other tastes, such as licorice and tangerines.</p>
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<h2>Les Echansons Brut 1998</h2>
<p>香頌。<br />
Very small and smooth sparkling bubbles.</p>
<p>Floral and honey nose, concentrated.<br />
Fresh mineral and mint palate, and beautiful honey.</p>
<h2>L&#8217;Intemporelle Brut 2003</h2>
<p>永恆<br />
Corn, honey and banana (skin) nose.<br />
Lingering citrus acidity, I love it. <img src='http://blog.phanix.idv.tw/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif' alt=':D' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<h2>Le Feu Brut 2000</h2>
<p>火花</p>
<p>This one is my most favorite. Beautiful blonde / gold color. And tiny, continuous bubbles.<br />
Dried tropical fruits and honey nose.<br />
Corn, honey, mineral and almond palate, with great honey hint at the end.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[這兩支都超好喝。第一支是長榮桂冠在 Costco 的活動購入，第二隻在大潤發買的。 未成年請勿飲酒 Batasiolo Moscato Rose Dolce Sparkling 其中 Dolce 指的是「sweet」，這款酒還蠻奇妙的，在 Batasiolo 他們家網站上找不到資料，雖然上頭標示 Moscato ，不過真的很好奇他的紅色色彩是用了哪種紅葡萄？會是也來自 Piedmont 的 Nebbiolo 或 Barbera 嗎？Batasiolo 另外也有出味道跟形式差不多的 Moscato d&#8217;Asti，而這款 Rose Sparkling (應該算 Spumante)則是多了一點 cranberry, raspberry 的味道混在原本來自 Moscato 的荔枝、蜜香裡頭。 註：後來詢問代理進口的長榮桂冠，才知道這瓶酒所用的葡萄品種是 Moscato Bianco (也就是一般的 Moscato) 和 Moscato Rosa，而酒中的紅色就是來自 Moscato Rosa。另外，查過資料之後才發現，原來 Moscato 葡萄有許多變種，同時顏色的差異性也很大，從白葡萄到深黑色都有。 Baron de Brane 2006 Chateau Brane-Cantenac 這個1855波爾多評級二級酒莊的的二軍。黑胡椒、黑莓些許中式香料味道。約半小時至一小時的醒酒後，Margaux 區的甜美花香就開始跑出來了，不過可能因為二軍酒都是拿比較年輕的葡萄藤的收成來釀製，所以醒酒之後香味的集中度和持續性並沒有太好，不過以不到一千塊的價錢來說，已經算是超值。]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>這兩支都超好喝。第一支是長榮桂冠在 Costco 的活動購入，第二隻在大潤發買的。<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/phanix/4829836212/" title="R0017661 by Phanix, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4097/4829836212_8368f3949a_z.jpg" width="640" height="480" alt="R0017661" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/phanix/4829837090/" title="Baron de Brane by Phanix, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4139/4829837090_f60511ddca_z.jpg" width="640" height="480" alt="Baron de Brane" /></a><br />
未成年請勿飲酒<br />
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<h2>Batasiolo Moscato Rose Dolce Sparkling</h2>
<p>其中 Dolce 指的是「sweet」，這款酒還蠻奇妙的，在 Batasiolo 他們家網站上找不到資料，雖然上頭標示 Moscato ，不過真的很好奇他的紅色色彩是用了哪種紅葡萄？會是也來自 Piedmont 的 Nebbiolo 或 Barbera 嗎？Batasiolo 另外也有出味道跟形式差不多的 Moscato d&#8217;Asti，而這款 Rose Sparkling (應該算 Spumante)則是多了一點 cranberry, raspberry 的味道混在原本來自 Moscato 的荔枝、蜜香裡頭。</p>
<p>註：後來詢問代理進口的長榮桂冠，才知道這瓶酒所用的葡萄品種是 Moscato Bianco (也就是一般的 Moscato) 和 Moscato Rosa，而酒中的紅色就是來自 Moscato Rosa。另外，查過資料之後才發現，原來 Moscato 葡萄有許多變種，同時顏色的差異性也很大，從白葡萄到深黑色都有。</p>
<h2>Baron de Brane 2006</h2>
<p>Chateau Brane-Cantenac 這個1855波爾多評級二級酒莊的的二軍。黑胡椒、黑莓些許中式香料味道。約半小時至一小時的醒酒後，Margaux 區的甜美花香就開始跑出來了，不過可能因為二軍酒都是拿比較年輕的葡萄藤的收成來釀製，所以醒酒之後香味的集中度和持續性並沒有太好，不過以不到一千塊的價錢來說，已經算是超值。</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:46:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The 1st official wine tasting of Peacock. Before we start, I should write down some introductions of Spain wine classification. There are 4 levels of region classification, just like France and Italy, include Messa(?), Tierra, D.O. and D.O.C.A. Amoung these classifications, D.O.C.A. is a new classification and is defined and ruled in these years. There [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The 1st official wine tasting of Peacock.</p>
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<p>Before we start, I should write down some introductions of Spain wine classification. There are 4 levels of region classification, just like France and Italy, include Messa(?), Tierra, D.O. and D.O.C.A. Amoung these classifications, D.O.C.A. is a new classification and is defined and ruled in these years. There are only two D.O.C.A. regions, one is Rioja, and the other is Penedes.</p>
<p>Besides of region classifications, there is one the other classification about wine preservation, includes Joven, Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva. Joven means the wine is buttled after fermentation, very similar to Beaujulle Neuveo. Crianza means at least one year in barrel and at least one year in bottle before release. Reserva means at least 1 and 2 years in barrel and in bottle before release respectively. The Gran Reserva is the best level, it needs at least 2 years in barrel and 3 years in bottle before release. Spain wines are always released after years of preservation, so most of them are ready to drink when you grab them from the shelf.</p>
<h2>NV Jane Ventura Cava Brut</h2>
<p>I had this in Peacock&#8217;s opening. This sparkling is made by 30% Macabeu, 30% Xarello, and 40% Parellada. All grapes are local variaties, and clutivated in Penedes region (northeast of Spain).</p>
<p>Macabeu provides the acidity, Xarello provides the sugar, and Parellada enrich its flavor.</p>
<p>Light gold color, and the bubbles are just like what I had last time. Apple and grapefruit flavors in nose, and the taste turns into lemon tone. Besides, there are white flowers, fig and nuts in nose.</p>
<p>This time, it does not give me a joyful image like last time, but brings a charming and elegant girl while having it.</p>
<p>西班牙東北角的 Penedes 產區是加泰龍尼亞省最重要的產區之一，本產區被地中海和山地所包夾，屬於典型的地中海型氣候，夏季炎熱乾燥，冬季溫和；葡萄樹、橄欖樹和杏仁樹是這裡最常見的作物。日照充足又少雨的氣候型態讓 Penedes 有潛力生產品質優良的葡萄酒，而且不僅出產一般紅白酒，同時也是 Cava 氣泡酒的最種要產地。Jane Ventura 是本產區一家族經營的該水準酒莊，於 1914 年就開始從事葡萄酒事業，並在 1980 年代後半開始專注於生產高品質的葡萄酒。</p>
<p>Jane Ventura 的產品除了多款紅酒、白酒、玫瑰紅酒之外，也有生產相當美味芳香的 Cava；他們的 Cava 甚至被西班牙最著名的葡萄酒指南評鑑為最好的 Cava 之一。</p>
<h2>Jane Ventura 2006 Vinya Palfuriana</h2>
<p>60% Ull de Llebre (i.e. Tempranillo) and 40% Merlot. 15 days fermantation in tanks and 4 months in oak barrels.</p>
<p>Black berry jam and cherry in palate. The taste starts from sweet, then turn to acid, and ends with after sweet. Trace of tannin, but not very supple, still need some time.</p>
<h2>Jane Ventura 2003 Mas Vilella</h2>
<p>100% Cabernet Sauvignon.</p>
<p>Black berries, lower tone floral, chocolate, and hint of honey and vanilla. After palate spicy and acid. Still young, and need more time to mature. Not a strong Cab., but warm and solid.</p>
<h2>Caraco Serrano 2006 Joven</h2>
<p>From Jumilla D.O., 60% Monastrell (i.e. Mouvendre), 20% Syrah, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot.</p>
<p>Deep ruby color. Plum, black berry, cran berry and brown sugar. The flavor is powerful and just like a young boy. I think this special characteristics is contributed by the 60% Mouvedre, which is a variety with strong flavor and dense taste. However, this wine&#8217;s flavor and plate decades after 20 mins. Well, it&#8217;s just a Joven, but it is decent for a joyful dinning occasion.</p>
<p>BTW, many people think Petit Verdot is originated from France, but it&#8217;s actually from Spain. :p</p>
<p>西班牙的艾米塔之家(Casa de Ermita)公司創立於1999年，專注於生產西班牙Jumilla產區的葡萄酒，同時也是該產區的佼佼者與開路先鋒。創辦人Pedro Jose Martinez Marin先生出身於當地的農業家族，精通圖刨種植與釀造工程，同時也因為其精湛的學識和資歷，讓他得以積極參與西班牙的農業政策，並催生了Jumilla法定產區的成立。有感於Jumilla產區優異的葡萄酒生產潛力，促使他創立這個公司的計畫。Jumilla產區位於西班牙東南部，土壤和氣候對生產葡萄酒相當有利，Casa de Ermita擁有多個葡萄園與酒莊。</p>
<h2>Caracol Serrano 2004 Crianza</h2>
<p>Similar to the previous one, but Crianza level. 60% Monastrell, 20% Tempranillo and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Young but introverted (compare to the previous one), galenical, wallnut, black berry and cran berry. As time goes by, dry fruits and wet soil and pickled plum. I love this one, because it display two different styles.</p>
<h2>Pico Madama 2004</h2>
<p>I think it should be Reserva level, because it was in oak for 13 months and was just released in these years.</p>
<p>50% Monastrell (matured in American Oak) and 50% Petit Verdot (matured in French oak). American oak gives stronger wood flavor, which balance the strong fruity aroma of Monastrell. Lighter oaky Frehch barrel can bring out the flavors of Petit Verdot.</p>
<p>Blace berry, black currant, mineral, licorice, cats&#8217; fur. The flavors turns into cinnamon and flowers.</p>
<h2>Ramos-Pinto 2006 Duas Quintas Tinto</h2>
<p>葡萄牙Ramos Pinto九場是擁有一百多年歷史的波特酒廠，在1880年由Adriano Ramos Pinto創立。由於其優異的品質，受到法國香檳名廠Louis Roederer青睞而成為其下的產業之一。</p>
<p>波特酒的產地是在葡萄牙斗羅河(Douro)的上游地帶，這個產區也生產一般未經加烈方式釀造的葡萄酒，尤其紅酒的部分近年來受到全世界愛酒人士的高度矚目。Ramos Pinto因此也生產一般紅酒，酒名Duras Quintas Tinto Reserva是最高檔的酒款，使用自家兩處頂尖莊園Quinta de Ervamoira 和Quinta dos Bons Ares的葡萄釀造；Duas Quintas正是葡萄牙文「雙園」的意思。</p>
<p>80% Touriga Nacional (small fruit &#038; thick skin), 15% Touriga Franca, 5% Tinta Barroca. Pepper, cherry, black berry, black currant, floral, licorice and spices.</p>
<h2>Ramos-Pinto 2004 Duas Quintas Tinto Reserva</h2>
<p>80% Touriga Nacional, 15% Touriga Fanca, 5% Tinta Barroca.</p>
<p>Lower tone flavor. Jammy black berry with blue berry and musk hint. Still young (tart mouthfeel). Very acid while drink it, but turn into sweet finish. Very flavor and very attractive.</p>
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		<title>三款紅酒筆記</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 08:47:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Cocchi Brachetto d&#8217;Acqui 2. Mouton Cadet 2006 3. Baron Philippe de Rothschild Cadet d&#8217;Oc 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin De Pay D&#8217;Oc) Cocchi Brachetto d&#8217;Acqui This is the 2nd bottle from Cocchi I&#8217;ve ever had. The previous one is Cocchi Mascato d&#8217;Asti, which is a spumante (full sparkling wine) with notable litchi flavor. Brachetto is [...]]]></description>
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2. Mouton Cadet 2006<br />
3. Baron Philippe de Rothschild Cadet d&#8217;Oc 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin De Pay D&#8217;Oc)</p>
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<h2>Cocchi Brachetto d&#8217;Acqui</h2>
<p><img src="http://www.cocchi.it/images/12902_brachetto.jpg" alt="" /><br />
This is the 2nd bottle from <a href="http://www.cocchi.it/" target="_blank">Cocchi</a> I&#8217;ve ever had. The previous one is <a href="http://blog.phanix.idv.tw/archives/2009/10/11/728/" target="_blank">Cocchi Mascato d&#8217;Asti</a>, which is a spumante (full sparkling wine) with notable litchi flavor. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brachetto" target="_blank">Brachetto</a> is a red grape variety, majorly cultivated in Piedmont region (northwest of Italy). The spumante made from Brachetto is called <strong>d&#8217;Acqui</strong>. Its fruity flavor is between strawberry and raspberry. However, its bubbles are a little bit rough while just pouring out. Though it has some short, its flavor and inexpensive price (about NT$350) make it decent on the dining table in a joyful time.</p>
<h2>Mouton Cadet 2006</h2>
<p><a title="R0017242 by Phanix, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/phanix/4267779315/"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4267779315_d28212bb79_b.jpg" alt="R0017242" height="690" /></a><br />
This is the table wine produced by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, and Mouton Cadet is the brand name. Philippe de Rothschild family is the owner of Chateau Mouton. So, many people treat this Mouton Cadet as the table wine level product of Chateau Mouton, and this wine contributes a lot to the revenue of Philippe de Rothschild family&#8217;s wine business.</p>
<p>Well, it also has the &#8220;5 arrows&#8221; mark as Chateau Mouton.<br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/phanix/4267779863/" title="R0017244 by Phanix, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2752/4267779863_4c59383d83_b.jpg" width="690" alt="R0017244" /></a></p>
<p>65% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Cabernet Franc. Very right bank style, and also express the right bank style in flavors and tastes. Black berry, oak, light vanilla and light mint. Medium body and less tannin. There is a tangerine hint at the end of short palate.</p>
<p>As a table wine, it&#8217;s good. But some agents in TW sell this wine in an unreasonable price. <img src='http://blog.phanix.idv.tw/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_sad.gif' alt=':(' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<h2>Baron Philippe de Rothschild Cadet d&#8217;Oc 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin De Pay D&#8217;Oc)</h2>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/phanix/4267781481/" title="R0017298 by Phanix, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2790/4267781481_3a8bc0a889_b.jpg" height="690" alt="R0017298" /></a><br />
Although this is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, I immediately remind of Mouton Cadet while smelling this wine. So, I check the bottle, and find it also has the famous &#8220;5 arrows&#8221; mark of Philippe de Rothschild family!!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/phanix/4268524854/" title="R0017296 by Phanix, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2727/4268524854_8ed0d60ce9_b.jpg" width="690" alt="R0017296" /></a></p>
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<p>Black berry with hints of mint and chocolate. Compare to Mouton Cadet, this one is not a better choice. Though, paying NT$300 (special price) for this Vin de Pay is OK, but *NEVER* for the regular price (about NT$650). :p</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2009 06:08:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Interesting! Some friends in wine tasting occasions told me about the story of &#8220;Peacock Knights&#8221; (孔雀騎士團), which is a group of wine lovers. They started wine tasting about 20+ years ago, so it maybe the oldest wine tasting group in Taiwan. After heard about the story, I tried to find some information about this group, [...]]]></description>
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<p>Some friends in wine tasting occasions told me about the story of &#8220;Peacock Knights&#8221; (孔雀騎士團), which is a group of wine lovers. They started wine tasting about 20+ years ago, so it maybe the oldest wine tasting group in Taiwan.</p>
<p>After heard about the story, I tried to find some information about this group, but all in vain. However, maybe it&#8217;s the fate, I found a interesting blog while I tried to find information about a wine one day. Coincidently, the <a href="http://www.wretch.cc/blog/jefftseng" target="_blank">blog</a> belongs to Jeff Tseng, the host of &#8220;Peacock Knights&#8221;.</p>
<p>A few weeks ago, Jeff decided to start his new wine retailing business (and also some training courses and tasting occasions), and he hosted the brand opening party at the beginning of Dec. with sparkling tasting. So, I asked him for attendance on Internet, and he kindly said &#8220;yes&#8221;. <img src='http://blog.phanix.idv.tw/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif' alt=':D' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>Well, as usual, I am almost the youngest guy in the party, and my early arrival makes me a little bit unconfortable (think about a huge room but only 5 people there&#8230; ). Anyway, the sparkling tasting is good, the opening is good, and Jeff&#8217;s ambition is good.</p>
<p>Follows are some simple tasting notes that day. <img src='http://blog.phanix.idv.tw/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':-)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<h2>Jane Venutra Cave Brut</h2>
<p>Cava is the sparkling wine in Spain, and its making processes are almost the same to Champagne. Jane Venutra is an old and good winery (Well, I do not know much about it&#8230; ). Although this Cava is not outstanding, it&#8217;s still good enough. You can still find the fine bubbles in the glass after half an hour, but the bubbles do not last very long. The flavors contain basic nuts and lemon, and good ending.</p>
<h2>Mailly Demi Sec</h2>
<p>Grand Cru Champagne!! Apple and citrus. Small and fine bubbles last. Some people at the party said Brut is much better than Demi Sec, but I did not have the chance to taste it. Pity.</p>
<h2>Voarick</h2>
<p>The bubbles are rougher, but the after acidity with citrus flavor is joyful.</p>
<h2>Trapiche &#8211; strawberry flavored sparkling</h2>
<p>An Argentina winery. Well, strawberries. The acid palate is a little bit rough at the beginning, but turns to smooth in mouth after a few seconds. And the after palate is also good, from sweet to acid.</p>
<h2>Abbazia Muscato Puglia</h2>
<p>The region is Puglia, an IGT in Italy. Elegant litchi, peach and a hint of honey flavors. <a href="http://odinwalker.pixnet.net/blog/post/25960096" target="_blank">Here</a> is some intro.</p>
<h2>Vilmartif Brut</h2>
<p>Premier Cru. Domaine Ste. Michelle. Smooth bubbles and citrus flavor. Great after dry. (y)</p>
<h2>Delamotte Blanc du Blanc Brut 1997</h2>
<p>Apple, lemon, pineapple and light cheese!</p>
<h2>Beringer California Collection White Zinfandel Sparkling</h2>
<p>You can buy this wine in many hypermalls in Taiwan. Raspberry.</p>
<h2>Bottega &#8211; Petalo IL Vino Dell’Amore Moscato</h2>
<p>Region: Euganean Hills</p>
<p>The same, a muscato, but this one is an old wine, about 15 yrs old. The bubbles are almost shed during the long time preservation, but the flavor is still concentrated, wild and strong. Compare to the previous one, this one is not so elegant in flavor.</p>
<p>玫瑰氣泡酒是用產在Euganean Hills的多汁葡萄位於義大利的東北方，而在Padua 這個地方以種植玫瑰和蘋果聞名。因此在花季之時會有蜜蜂傳送蘋果和玫瑰的微妙香氣，隨之而來的酒都會帶有一些玫瑰和蘋果的香甜味，這也就是玫瑰標籤的由來。這瓶酒是產於2個知名具有浪漫氣息的愛情城市威尼斯和維羅娜（Verona～羅蜜歐與茱莉葉的故鄉），因而稱之為《愛情的酒》。</p>
<h2>Henriot 1996</h2>
<p>Light gold with green hue. Nut, apple, grapefruit, orange juice, pineapple, and incredible cheese!! This one is the best that night.</p>
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		<title>Moscato d&#8217;Asti and Asti Spumante</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Both sorts of wines are from Asti region, Italy. Both give me a bright, blond and joyful impression. Generally speaking, if you find some Moscato d&#8217;Asti or Asti Spumante wines on shelves, just buy it without hesitation, you must do not regret!! Asti Region Moscato d&#8217;Asti Asti Spumante]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Both sorts of wines are from Asti region, Italy. Both give me a bright, blond and joyful impression. Generally speaking, if you find some Moscato d&#8217;Asti or Asti Spumante wines on shelves, just buy it without hesitation, you must do not regret!!</p>
<h2>Asti Region</h2>
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Asti is located in Piedmont region of north west of Italy, and it is a DOCG region. DOCG is the best classification of Italian wines, and others are DOC, IGT and VDT. In Asti, the most common white grape is Muscat (Moscato Bianco). Wine makers there use it to make the beautiful Moscato d&#8217;Asti and Asti Spumante, and the later one is the most renowned wine from this region. Besides of white, Asti also have excellent red wines made by Barbera variety.<br />
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Asti 位在義大利西北方 Pedmont 區內，而且是一個 DOCG 法定產區。在義大利葡萄酒的分級制度內，DOCG 是最好的評級，除此之外是DOC, IGT, VDT分級。在 Asti 最常見的白葡萄品種是 Muscat (Moscato Bianco, 麝香葡萄)，而釀酒師拿這種葡萄釀造了 Moscato d&#8217;Asti 和 Asti Spumante 這兩款美味的佳釀。其中後者更是 Asti 產區聞名世界的酒種。除了白葡萄之外，Asti 產區利用 Barbera 品種所釀造的紅葡萄酒也是非常的棒。<br />
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<h2>Moscato d&#8217;Asti</h2>
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Moscato d&#8217;Asti 是個低酒精度的酒類，經常伴隨有荔枝與甜桃的香氣（特別是前者）。除此之外，在飲用時也會帶來氣泡與微甜的口感。釀酒的過程基本上與一般釀製白酒差不多，但釀酒師會提前中斷發酵的過程來保持糖度。也因此造成低酒精與二氧化碳氣泡口感。這類酒在 Asti 產區就差不多像是台灣的啤酒一樣，是被當作日常飲用的酒類。</p>
<p>之前喝過 2008 Ceretto I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano Moscato d’Asti DOCG 和 2008 Batasiolo BOSC Dla Rei Moscato d&#8217;Asti DOCG，兩著都帶來荔枝與淡淡的甜桃味道。而前者個微氣泡口感比較細緻，同時香氣延續較久。後者我喝過兩次，不過兩次的瓶塞都還蠻爛的就是。<br />
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Moscato d&#8217;Asti is a low alchol wine, and usually has litchi and peach flavors, especially the former. Besides, it also usually brings a sparkling and light sweet mouthfeel. The wine making process is almost the same to making white wines, but wine makers stop the fermantation process eariler to keep the sugar sweet. This also results in low alchol (usually < 8%) and carbon dioxide bubbles. This wine is very common in Asti, and people in Asti drink it just like Taiwanese drink beers.</p>
<p>I had tasted 2008 Ceretto I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano Moscato d’Asti DOCG and 2008 Batasiolo BOSC Dla Rei Moscato d'Asti DOCG before, and both wines give me the litchi and light peach flavors. The former one also brings more smoother sparkling and the flavor lasts longer. BTW, I drank the later one twice, but both the two bottles have terrible cork.<br />
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<h2>Asti Spumante</h2>
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Spumante 意指「氣泡」，所以照字面上就是 Asti 的氣泡酒。基本上這種酒跟前面的 Moscato d&#8217;Asti 差不多，唯一的差別就是 Asti Spumante 是正式的氣泡酒。既然是個正式的氣泡酒，所以釀製過程當中也會有二次發酵的過程，這應該是兩者之間最大的差別。</p>
<p>之前在 Costco 買過 Giulio Cocchi Spumanti Srl 的 L&#8217;Asti Docg Cocchi，以氣泡酒的標準來衡量的話，它氣泡有點太粗，延續性也不是太好，但是三百多塊的價格真的是喝得開心又經濟實惠。<br />
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Spumante means &#8220;bubbling&#8221;, so this kind of wine means a sparkling wine from Asti region. The wine making process of Asti spumante is basically almost the same to Moscato d&#8217;Asti. But, this wine is a &#8220;sparkling&#8221;, so it need dosage to perform the second fermentation.</p>
<p>I had bought L&#8217;Asti Docg Cocchi (made by Giulio Cocchi Spumanti Srl) from Costco. If we judge this wine as a sparkling strickly, the bubbles are too rough and large, and lasting not so long. However, it is economic and can bring you joyful hours with its NT$3xx price.<br />
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