BevX Reviews – Different By Design
Below is a quick look at our latest reviews published at BevX June 28, 2017. Click the links to get the score and the full analysis of each beverage. Every Wednesday we release new stories, introduce our latest reviews, and send our subscribers their weekly, free digital newsletter. (Subscribe here.)
We had another busy week at BevX with new, tasty beverage reviews to share. This week we have one new spirits reviews and four new wine reviews. Enjoy!
The BevX reviews are like no other. We evaluate wines, beers, and spirits breaking down elements of appearance, aroma, flavor, texture and intensity as well the product’s “cool factor” and value. We also offer analysis on the creation of the beverage as well as any interesting points that make it unique. Finally we offer suggestion on how to enjoy the beverage including pairing and cocktail suggestions.
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Beverage of the Week
Van Gogh Acai-Blueberry Flavored Vodka
The Van Gogh Acai-Blueberry offers a unique take on the berry flavored Vodkas. While most are cloyingly sweet and one-dimensional this tasty flavored Vodka deftly delivers sweet and tart berry flavors with a refreshing dose… See the Beverage of the Week feature
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Spirits
Aviation American Gin
Brilliant, crystal clear. The aromatics are generous and complex with citrus in the lead followed closely by juniper and pine cone with supporting notes of floral lavender, orange peel, and caraway. The palate echoes the nose delivering a lush and silky spirit core filled with juniper and citrus with long, lingering botanical accents that become mildly earthy on the finish. Medium-bodied with a silky rich core that never feels heavy rather offering bright acidity and perfect balance.
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Wine
Derby Fifteen 10 Red Paso Robles 2012
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black cherry, tapenade, and plum with supporting notes of mocha and vanilla. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of cassis with accents of smoked game and black licorice. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a opulent texture.
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Derby Project Espana Red Paso Robles 2012
Brilliant, deep ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black currant, plum, and mineral with supporting notes of sour cherry, five spice, and leather. The palate echoes the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of blackberry with accents of toasted oak and mocha. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a voluptuous texture.
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Derby Implico Paso Robles 2012
Brilliant, deep ruby/purple color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black currant, black cherry, and plum with supporting notes of cigar box, thyme, and eucalyptus. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of cassis with supporting notes of anise, oak, and dried figs. The finish is long and lingering with firm tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a chewy texture.
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Derby Fifteen 10 White Paso Robles 2013
Brilliant, medium golden color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of white peach, pineapple, and honeysuckle with supporting notes of apricot, and jasmine. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of kumquat. The finish is long and lingering with notes of ripe orchard fruits. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple texture.
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