Volteo Tempranillo
Posted on July 31, 2009 - Filed Under Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Spanish Wine, Tempranillo, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20, wine advice | Leave a Comment
Varietal: Tempranillo
Region: Spain
Cost: $13
Purple coloring with aromas of ripened fruit. Fresh, light, and fruity on the palate, this will pair well with most food, including fancier food such as elaborate pasta dishes, or with hamburgers and BBQ.
Recommendations: I picked this up on a recommendation from John, my wine guy, and was pleased by the results. [...]
Bodegas Viticultores de Barros Emperador de Barros Ribera del Guadiana
Posted on July 22, 2009 - Filed Under Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Spanish Wine, Tempranillo, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20, Wine's Under $30 | 2 Comments
Varietal: Tempranillo
Region: Spain
Cost: $20
Very purple coloring with aromas of red currant, kirsch, and plum that lead into similar flavors on the palate. Great with grilled food, including ribs, burgers, and beef or pork barbeque.
Recommendations: My wife and I disagree on some of the flavors of this wine, but since this is my blog, my opinion [...]
Verde Fresh Food – Restaurant Review
Posted on July 16, 2009 - Filed Under French Wine, Restaurant Review, Sauvignon Blanc | 2 Comments
I’ve tried to think of about three different ways to start this review, but it always boils down to one simple thing: go to Verde! I’m a big fan of Panera because of their fresh breads, sandwiches, soups, and atmosphere. My only complaint about Panera has been that they don’t serve wine. Verde does.
My wife [...]
2007 Caldora Sangiovese
Posted on July 15, 2009 - Filed Under Italian Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20, Wine's Under $30, sangiovese | Leave a Comment
Varietal: Sangiovese
Region: Italy
Cost: $19.50
Flavors of ripe cherry and plum with aromas of spice and sandalwood. Ruby red coloring that catches the eye before enticing the palate. Will pair well with pasta, grilled food, or just about anything.
Recommendations: When I got this bottle I really had to resist the urge to just open it up [...]
2008 Spier Sauvignon Blanc
Posted on July 14, 2009 - Filed Under Light Wines, Sauvignon Blanc, South African Wine, White Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10 | Leave a Comment
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: South Africa
Cost: $9
Light and crisp, with flavors of tropical fruit and citrus. Light on the nose with a more golden color than is typical for Sauvignon Blanc. Pairs well with chicken, pork, or seafood.
Recommendation: I bought this mostly out of a desire to try something new, and because I wanted something to [...]
Four Vines “Naked” Chardonnay
Posted on July 8, 2009 - Filed Under American Wine, California Wine, Chardonnay, Light Wines, Stainless Steel Whites, White Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | 2 Comments
Varietal: Chardonnay
Region: California – USA
Cost: $14
A steel Chardonnay that has never touched oak, this white is crisp with flavors of apple, white peach, and pear. Pairs well with chicken, seafood, and seasoned pork.
Recommendations: My wife and I picked up this bottle on the recommendation of my local wine store expert (John Witherspoon at the Wine [...]
2007 Gabbiano Chianti
Posted on July 7, 2009 - Filed Under Chianti, Dry Wines, Italian Wine, Red Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10 | 1 Comment
Varietal: Chianti
Region: Italy
Cost: $8.99
Slightly dry red wine that will hit you on the back of the tongue. Slight cherry flavors and good tannins on the finish make this a good red for pasta, pizza, or red meat.
Recommendations: I’m a sucker for chianti, and Gabbiano is one that I always find myself returning to. On an [...]
The Melting Pot – Restaurant Review
Posted on July 1, 2009 - Filed Under American Wine, Cabernet Franc, Red Wine, Restaurant Review | Leave a Comment
First of all, if you don’t have a Melting Pot in your area, I feel sorry for you. For those unfamiliar with The Melting Pot, it is a fondue restaurant with a wine list that borders on the ridiculous (at least for a restaurant outside of Vegas). My wife and I visited The Melting Pot [...]
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