Virginia Wine Expo 2010 in Review
Posted on March 3, 2010 - Filed Under American Wine, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chambourcin, Chardonnay, Dry Wines, Full Bodied Wines, Light Wines, Meritage, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Pinot Grigio, Red Wine, Riesling, Virginia Wine, Virginia Wine Expo, White Wine, Wine Reviews, white table wine | 1 Comment
Well, the 3rd Annual Virginia Wine Expo has come and gone. I found some new vineyards and visited some old favorites. Here’s the long and short of my experience.
Athena Vineyards (http://www.athenavineyards.com)
Athena Vineyards is worth going to just to check out their unique bottle designs. Owned by former nurses, Athena Vineyards offers a great deck wine [...]
Whole Foods Market Offering Summer Wine Deals
Posted on June 2, 2009 - Filed Under Australian Wine, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Chianti, Chilean Wine, Italian Wine, Light Wines, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, South American Wine, White Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10, Wine's Under $20, blended red wine, sweet wines, viognier, whole foods market, wine advice | Leave a Comment
With summer upon us, Whole Foods Market is rolling out a selection of wines for summer that are priced to make their way into your home for parties, cookouts, or just for a night with a special someone. Starting at just $9, these whites and reds should be a welcome addition to any home.
Whites
Presto Prosecco [...]
Clos du Bois Riesling
Posted on January 21, 2009 - Filed Under American Wine, California Wine, Riesling, White Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20, sweet wines | Leave a Comment
Varietal: Riesling
Region: California – USA
Cost: $12.99 – $13.99
A semi-sweet white wine from California (with a French name that means “Enclosure in the Woods”) with citrus flavors and a bright, clean aroma. Clos du Bois has less residual sugar and sweetness than a German Riesling. Will pair fairly well with spicy food.
Recommendation: If you’re a fan [...]
