Tasting - Mars and Venus Chardonnay

Name: Mars and Venus
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Central Valley
Country: Chile
Year: 2011
Price: $5.95
Review: A very nice value Chardonnay that comfortably over-delivers vs. its modest price tag. No oak here, just bushels of clean, crisp, Chardonnay apple and stone fruit with a hint of caramelized pineapple. Juicy and clean, this is a mid-weight white that's just perfect for parties or weeknight sipping.

My Review: I thought the wine was very fragrant, but upon tasting I thought it was kind of bland. I didn't detect any aftertaste or really any remarkable taste at all. It left my palate feeling clean, however.

Food? I did not have this wine with food.

Tasting - Montes Alpha Syrah

Name: Montes Alpha Syrah
Variety: Syrah
Region: Colchagua Valley
Country: Chile
Year: 2009
Price: $7.95
Review: Blackberry and cola aromas are cool and collected. The palate has weight and texture to accompany berry, mint, herb and peppery flavors. Turns more herbal and roasted as it unwinds. Pepper and spice lead the finish.

My Review: I did not like this wine. It was fuller bodied than the previous red at this tasting (the Coreto Tinto) but I thought it was extremely dry. I did not like the taste and would not drink this again.

Food? I did not have this with food.