Octavin DC Tasting
Posted on July 27, 2010 - Filed Under American Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, California Wine, Chardonnay, Full Bodied Wines, Grenache, Light Wines, Medium Bodied Wines, Merlot, New Zealand Wine, Petit Verdot, red table wine, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Sauvignon Blanc, Spanish Wine, Syrah, Tempranillo, viognier, white table wine, White Wine, White Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $30 | 2 Comments
So last night I was fortunate enough to attend a tasting of the Octavin Home Wine Bars in Washington DC. While I have sampled a few of them before, I was able to taste the whole range of wines that they’re offering in this new packaging. The event was hosted by Cork’d and we were [...]
Brancott “B” Sauvignon Blanc 2008
Posted on May 4, 2010 - Filed Under Light Wines, New Zealand Wine, Sauvignon Blanc, White Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $30 | 2 Comments
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc Region: New Zealand Cost: $26 Pale straw in color with hints of green and featuring blackcurrant and gooseberry on the nose with concentrated fruit and tropical fruit on the palate. Pairs well with crab, salmon, chicken, and cheeses. Recommendations: This time of year, I drink a lot of Sauvignon Blanc, which is [...]
Cupcake Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2009
Posted on April 8, 2010 - Filed Under Light Wines, New Zealand Wine, Sauvignon Blanc, White Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10 | 2 Comments
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc Region: New Zealand Cost: $8 Light in color with a bright, acidic nose and flavors of Meyer lemons and Key limes in the mouth. Pairs well with seafood and creamy soups. Recommendations: Ok, full disclosure, I picked up this wine at my local Costco while doing some shopping because the name of [...]
Ponga Sauvignon Blanc
Posted on June 25, 2009 - Filed Under Light Wines, New Zealand Wine, Sauvignon Blanc, White Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10 | 3 Comments
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc Region: New Zealand Cost: $9.99 Light and juicy with just enough grapefruit flavor to let you know it’s a Sauvignon Blanc wthout overwhelming you with citrus flavors. Great for seafood, sushi, appetizers, or on the patio. Recommendations: While Terra Andina Sauvignon Blanc has take its place in my heart as my go-to [...]
