Varietal:  76% Pinot Grigio; 24% Aromatic White Varieties Region:  California – USA Cost:  $8 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes:  Delightful aromas of lime and fresh citrus make our 2011 Pinot Grigio a delicious choice to enjoy on a summer afternoon on its own or with a wide variety of dishes. Originating on Italy’s northern coast, locals have [...]

Varietal:  80% Sauvignon Blanc; 20% Semillon Region:  South Africa Cost:  Approx $9-$10 Winemaker’s Notes: Twinkling bright and pale straw with playful lemongrass and gooseberry aromas layered with hints of honeysuckle and tangerine that race across the palate in a refreshing burst of tantalizing citrus fruit finishing with vibrant crispness. The moderate alcohol makes this wine deliciously [...]

Varietal:  50% Carmenere; 50% Cabernet Sauvignon Region:  Apalta, Colchagua Valley, Chile Cost:  $60 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes:  Intense ruby red color. Aromatic and complex with aromas of chocolate, honey, graphite, and minerals. On the palate the wine is a fresh, fine, and concentrated entry, with exceptional structure and tannins. Good balance and a persistent finish. My [...]

Varietal:  100% Pinot Noir Region:  Willamette Valley – Oregon Cost:  $21 Winemaker’s Notes:  This Pinot Noir was produced from twelve distinct vineyard blocks on our estate. The cooler 2010 vintage produced wines with bright aromatics and pronounced berry character accented with spice and mocha. While it’s a delicious wine now, this cool-climate Pinot Noir will [...]

Ok, before I get started on this mild rant let me make a couple of things clear:  I’m not going to single out any wineries as either good or bad examples. Also, as for my qualifications to go on this rant, I’ve worked in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for five years, part of which involved [...]

Varietal:  100% Pinot Grigio Region:  Virginia Cost:  $26 Winemaker’s Notes:  Our estate grown Pinot Grigio is done in the true Northern Italian style that gives loads of lush flavors. It is light, refreshing and fun with lemon zest and citrus notes and a hint of apricot. Pairs great with white pizza, chicken or seafood Caesar, or roast poultry or [...]