Retzlaff Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
Posted on February 16, 2012 - Filed Under American Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, California Wine, Full Bodied Wines, Livermore Valley, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Steak Wines, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Region: California – Livermore Valley Cost: $19 My Review: In case you missed it, Valentine’s Day was this past Tuesday, and since my wife and I had theater tickets for the 16th (which is today), we decided to have a quiet evening at home for Valentine’s Day, throwing some steaks, lobster [...]
Moet Hennessy Tasting
Posted on February 14, 2012 - Filed Under American Wine, Argentinian Wine, blended red wine, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, California Wine, Carmenere, Chardonnay, Chilean Wine, Dry Wines, French Oak Reds, French Oak Whites, French Wine, Light Wines, Malbec, Medium Bodied Wines, Merlot, Napa Valley, New Zealand Wine, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Rose', Sauvignon Blanc, South American Wine, Spanish Wine, Sparkling Wine, Steak Wines, Torrontes, White Wine, White Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews | Comments Off
One of the perks of running this site is that from time to time I get invited to tastings that aren’t open to the public. Last week I was invited to just such an event up in DC being hosted by Moet Hennessy featuring a number of vineyards and wineries both in and out of [...]
Gravelly Ford Pinot Noir 2009
Posted on January 30, 2012 - Filed Under American Wine, California Wine, Light Wines, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10, Wine's Under $20 | 4 Comments
Varietal: Pinot Noir Region: California – USA Cost: Approx $10 Winemaker’s Notes: Rich earthiness and bold robust flavors. Pairs well with full-flavored hearty meats, stews, and soups paired with rustic bread. My Review: You ever have one of those moments when you see a bottle of wine on your rack and have absolutely no idea [...]
Girard Artistry 2008
Posted on January 10, 2012 - Filed Under American Wine, blended red wine, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, California Wine, Full Bodied Wines, Malbec, Medium Bodied Wines, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $40 | 1 Comment
Varietal: 59% Cabernet Sauvignon; 19% Cabernet Franc; 11% Malbec; 6% Merlot; 5% Petit Verdot Region: Napa, California – USA Cost: $40 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Rich garnet color goes perfectly with the holiday season and it’s aromas of toasted hazelnut and winter spices make this wine the perfect gift for anyone on your list. My Review: [...]
Foris Gewurztraminer 2008
Posted on December 13, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, gewurztraminer, Light Wines, Oregon Wines, sweet wines, White Wine, White Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Gewurztraminer Region: Rogue Valley – Oregon – USA Cost: $14.50 Winemaker’s Notes: Citrus blossom, orange peel, wildflower honey, and a hint of nutmeg are aromatically enticing. Beautifully balanced flavors of pineapple, guava, nectarine, and a trace of ginger spice are rich yet restrained, opulent, but not over the top. My Review: I don’t think [...]
Montinore Estate Reserve Pinot Noir 2009
Posted on December 9, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Oregon Wines, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Willamette Valley, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $30 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir Region: Willamette Valley – Oregon – USA Cost: $22 Winemaker’s Notes: The medium garnet color introduces a bright aroma of raspberry, cherry, and cedar with hints of pie spice, sandalwood, and dried cherry. On the palate it opens to ripe cherry, red and black raspberry, and mocha accents supported by a [...]
