I was in Lincoln, Nebraska for work for the last couple of weeks. On my last night there, I went for dinner at a restaurant close to my hotel called Carmela’s Bistro and Wine Bar. I usually visit this restaurant at least once per trip to Lincoln, so I have been here a few times. It is a very cozy wine bar with an excellent menu. In fact, I wish there were more places like this back home in Vancouver. The first time I came here, I was actually quite surprised that places like this existed here. But it seems it’s not so unusual here, and the staff are extremely knowledgeable about wine and are quite passionate about it as well. If you ever happen to find yourself in Lincoln, Nebraska, I highly recommend visiting Carmela’s.
Tonight I tried a bottle of Francis Coppola Director’s Cut 2007 Pinot Noir. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised.
Here are my review notes.
Appearance: Long, slow legs. Deep ruby red colour with the absolute faint
est hint of purple.
Smell: Oaky, warm smell. Spiced smell.
Taste: Rich, smokey, oak flavour. Medium dryness with a slight citrus flavour. Slight hints of cranberry and cherry. Smooth, sweet tanins.
Overall: Excellent wine. I really enjoyed this wine! I am always skeptical ordering a wine I have never heard anything about or read about prior to drinking; however, I was pleasantly surprised. I will definitely look to pick this wine up again back home to make sure I have the same feelings about it the second time around. I would love to see how this wine is in another 6 months or a year. I did have it with a steak and potato soup for starter and a Biorsin cheese and butter seasoned filet mignon with a gorgonzola baked potato. Absolutely excellent, and complemented the salty meal perfectly.
Rating: 4/5
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