Saturday, May 7, 2011

Flip Flop Wines Review.

With flipflop wines, we have embraced the movement toward individualistic expression, instead of manufacturing wines into some cookie-cutter style that’s all the rage. Our goal is to craft expressive, well-balanced wines that evoke just what the grapes inside intended, without being over-wrought or over-explained, and that can be enjoyed at any occasion.
If you know me well, you'll know I don't drink often and there are personal reasons behind that, but a glass of wine once in a while won't hurt, and I am sure glad I gave FlipFlop wines a try. I normally prefer a red wine if I'm trying wines, for many reasons, I have also  been a fan of dry wines.  

I got the chance to test out 2 of FlipFlop wines great variety of Wine, and was amazed at how much I liked then even though they were not  what I usually would drink I received:
Bottle: Pinot Grigio


Appellation
California
Tastes like
Light-bodied, refreshing Pinot Grigio with tropical citrus, ripe pear and a zesty, clean finish.
It is full of
Balanced crisp acidity
Eat with
Bruschetta, spaghetti carbonara, eggplant parmesan or your favorite tacos
Serve
Chilled
Store
Away from direct sunlight
Sweetness Meter: Dry


I really like that each bottle comes with this little box that will tell you on sweet or how dry each wine is. This is the first wine I tried and was very happy with the taste is is just what the bottle said right in the middle a perfect blend of sweet and dry. I really enjoyed this bottle.Both bottles went down smooth, and easy and gave me a little daydream about being in a tropical place, which is great with the chilly weather we have had he in MI lately. 



Riesling bottle 
Appellation
Washington
Tastes like
Medium-bodied, Riesling with peach, apricot and melon which lead to a satisfying, smooth finish
It is full of
Tropical notes and sweet aromas
Eat with
Tofu stir-fry, shredded pork tacos and sake sashimi
Serve
Chilled
Store
Away from direct sunlight
Sweetness Meter: Dry




Wow, this one is even better then the other one, I would have never guessed that FlipFlop wines would be as good as they are,and it makes me really want to try out some of the other great Wines made by FlipFlop

Bottle: Moscato

Appellation
California
Tastes like
Light-bodied Moscato with floral aromas, semi-sweet palate, and a soft, lingering finish.
It is full of
Crisp, bright aromas balance sweet notes
Eat with
Pad Thai, Chinese chicken salad or vegetable curry
Serve
Chilled
Store
Away from direct sunlight
Sweetness Meter: Dry

Bottle: Chardonnay

Appellation
California
Tastes like
Medium-bodied, Chardonnay with pineapple, soft vanilla and a long lingering finish.
It is full of
Creamy, toasted oak notes
Eat with
Wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, mac & cheese or chicken Caesar salad
Serve
Chilled
Store
Away from direct sunlight
Sweetness Meter: Dry

or  the Reds

California Cabernet Sauvignon bottle

Appellation
California
Tastes like
Full-bodied, Cabernet Sauvignon with blackberry fruit, dark cherries and a long, lingering finish.
It is full of
Black pepper notes and berry aromas
Eat with
New York strip steak, spinach ravioli or Portobello mushrooms
Serve
Room temperature
Store
Away from direct sunlight.
Sweetness Meter: Dry


Bottle: Merlot

Appellation
California
Tastes like
Medium-bodied, silky Merlot with plum and mocha notes, soft tannins and a balanced, luscious finish.
Eat with
Texas chili, black & blue sliders, cheddar cheese broccoli or your favorite tacos
Serve
Room temperature
Store
Away from direct sunlight
Sweetness Meter: Dry


Bottle: Pinot Noir

Appellation
California
Tastes like
Medium-bodied, structured Pinot Noir with bright cherry, sweet spice and a supple, velvety finish.
It is full of
Cola aromas and hints of vanilla
Eat with
Grilled mahi mahi, baconwrapped shrimp or chocolate chip cookies
Serve
Room temperature
Store
Away from direct sunlight
Sweetness Meter: Dry

I really can't put my finger on what exactly is my favorite of FlipFlop Wine is, maybe it's the Labels full of tropical looking items, and flip flops, or the different colored labels for every different flavor. Could it be the $7.00 a bottle price tag on a bottle of wines that is just as good if not better then the more expensive boring labeled bottles?  Nope I think it has to be :

 

What a great company, I haven't seen then in stores by me just yet, but have heard it rumored they could be in a store near you very soon.

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