Thanksgiving 2011 Wine Selection
Posted on November 23, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, Argentinian Wine, Austrian Wine, Dry Wines, garnacha, gewurztraminer, Gruner Veltliner, Light Wines, New Zealand Wine, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Riesling, Rose', South American Wine, Spanish Wine, Sparkling Wine, sweet wines, Torrontes, White Wine, Wine's Under $10, Wine's Under $20, Wine's Under $30 | 2 Comments
There are a lot of different wine sites out there giving suggestions on what you should be pouring during your Thanksgiving festivities. Since, however, it’s been fairly well established what varietals go well with the traditional Thanksgiving feast, I thought I would change it up and let you know what I’m pouring at dinner, or [...]
Robert Mondavi Private Selection Pinot Noir 2010
Posted on November 16, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, blended red wine, California Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Syrah, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: 90% Pinot Noir; 6% Petite Sirah; 3% Syrah; 1% Merlot Region: California – USA Cost: $11 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Reflecting the character of a cool vintage, which fostered the development of classic varietal aromas and flavors in our Pinot Noir grapes, this vivacious red wine’s hallmark is fresh, vibrant fruit. On the nose, lovely [...]
Cono Sur Pinot Noir 2010
Posted on October 11, 2011 - Filed Under Chilean Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, South American Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10 | 1 Comment
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir Region: Chile – South America Cost: $7 Winemaker’s Notes: This voluptuous Pinot Noir is full of rich aromas and flavours of cherry, plum, and strawberry, finished with a subtle spiciness. Balanced and New World styled, this is an elegant wine; the perfect partner for robust fish dishes, white meats, and pork. [...]
Biltmore Reserve Pinot Noir 2009
Posted on September 29, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, California Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Russian River Valley, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $30 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir Region: Russian River Valley – California – USA Cost: $25 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Cherry red color with aromas of cherry, raspberry, peppery spices, and a touch of oak. In the mouth an elegant to full body Pinot Noir with elegant balance and good depth. Pairs well with pork tenderloin, salmon, and [...]
California Drinking Day 1 – Russian River Valley
Posted on September 19, 2011 - Filed Under Cabernet Sauvignon, California Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Russian River Valley, Wine Reviews, Wine Trips, Wine's Under $30, Wine's Under $40, Wine's Under $50 | Comments Off
Well I’m back, but I have to say that I had a great time on my vacation with my wife in San Francisco. Now, what trip by your resident wino to the West Coast would be complete without some time spent in wine country? Exactly. My wife and I spent two days visiting vineyards during [...]
Segura Viudas Aria Pinot Noir NV
Posted on August 5, 2011 - Filed Under Pinot Noir, Rose', Spanish Wine, Sparkling Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir Region: Spain Cost: $13 Winemaker’s Notes: Pale, bright raspberry pink, with an abundant, uninhibited mousse. Intense raspberry aromas, backed by strawberry and aniseed, and a hint of cherry caramel. Red berry flavours dominate the palate, complemented by strawberry, touches of peach, watermelon, and lemon. There is a lovely minerality which adds to the [...]
