Vintage Charts
Posted on September 20, 2010 - Filed Under Wine Articles, Wine Contests | 5 Comments
So I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t really use vintage charts. Now that’s not to say that I don’t pay attention to what the vineyards, wineries, and wine makers are saying about particular years, and I’ve certainly found different years of the same wine to be better or worse, but I don’t [...]
Mumm Napa Pinot Noir 2007
Posted on September 17, 2010 - Filed Under American Wine, California Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Napa Valley, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: Pinot Noir Region: California – Napa Valley – USA Cost: $15 Medium-dark red in color with aromas of cherry and spice. Flavors of cherry, both ripe and tart, cranberry, red plum, black truffle, and cedar wood on the palate with just a hint of spice and earthiness on the finish. Pairs well with beef, [...]
Chateau Grimard Bordeaux 2008
Posted on September 16, 2010 - Filed Under blended red wine, Bordeaux, French Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | 1 Comment
Varietal: Blended Red Wine – Bordeaux Blend Region: France Cost: $12 Medium dark red in the glass with aromas of currant and cherry. Crushed red berries in the mouth with a subtle finish that pairs well with meat dishes. Recommendations: As you know, I’ve been trying to expand my knowledge of French wines. Because of [...]
Wine Storage
Posted on September 15, 2010 - Filed Under Wine Articles, Wine Furniture | 6 Comments
For anybody that’s ever kept more than about five bottles of wine in their house at a time, the issue of storing that wine can quickly become an issue. Not only do you want your wine to not be in the way, but you want it to be protected against light, heat, and physical damage [...]
Sebastiani Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
Posted on September 13, 2010 - Filed Under American Wine, blended red wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, California Wine, Dry Wines, Malbec, Medium Bodied Wines, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Sonoma County, Steak Wines, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | 5 Comments
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon (81.7% Cabernet Sauvignon; 7% Merlot; 6% Petite Sirah; 2.8% Malbec; 2.5% Petit Verdot) Region: California – Sonoma – USA Cost: $15 Garnet in color with aromas of black cherry, black olive, mocha and vanilla. Medium bodied showing flavors of mocha, raspberry, mint, plum, and tobacco. Pairs well with grilled meats. Recommendations: So [...]
Blenheim Vineyards King Family Merlot 2004
Posted on September 9, 2010 - Filed Under American Wine, French Oak Reds, Full Bodied Wines, Merlot, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Virginia Wine, Virginia Wine Expo, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | 3 Comments
Varietal: Merlot Region: Virginia – Charlottesville – USA Cost: $16 Rich and intense with gobs of concentrated currants. A touch of fresh earth and blackberry flavors. This tremendoulsy complex wine has big & round delicious firm tannins with an explosive finish. Pairs well with beef, lamb, steak, and pizza. Recommendations: Back in March when my [...]
