Angoves Nine Vines Rose
Posted on January 8, 2010 - Filed Under Australian Wine, Dry Wines, Grenache, Shiraz, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Leave a Comment
Varietal: Rose (70% Grenache; 30% Shiraz)
Region: South Australia
Cost: $15
Deep pink color with aromas of fresh berries and strawberries. Berry on the palate, notably raspberry, with a crisp finish.
Recommendations: I have officially consumed more pink wines in 2009 than in the previous 3 years combined – and that’s ok. My experience with pink wines started with [...]
Borra Vineyards Fusion Red
Posted on August 3, 2009 - Filed Under American Wine, California Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Petite Sirah, Red Wine, Shiraz, Syrah, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $30, zinfandel | 1 Comment
Varietal: Syrah (78%), Petite Sirah (9%), Alaconte Bouchet (7%), Zinfandel (6%)
Region: California – USA
Cost: $21
A deep purple blended wine with rich fruit flavors that follows aromas of black fruit, berries, and plum. Pairs with pizza, pasta, roasted meats, and wild game.
Recommendations: If you haven’t figured it out by now, the first part of this blog [...]
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 [...]
Target Wine Cube Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz
Posted on May 26, 2009 - Filed Under American Wine, Australian Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, California Wine, Light Wines, Red Wine, Shiraz, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20, blended red wine, red table wine, wine advice | 4 Comments
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz (50% Cabernet Sauvignon/50% Shiraz)
Region: California – USA/Australia
Cost: $15.99
Fruit forward Cabernet Sauvignon has a hint of pepper from the Shiraz on the finish. Dark berry flavors present a very mild red wine with low tannins. Will pair well with sauce heavy pastas or as a contrast to heavily seasoned red meats.
Recommendation: For now [...]
Voga Italia Quattro
Posted on February 21, 2009 - Filed Under Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Dry Wines, Italian Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, Shiraz, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10, Wine's Under $20 | Leave a Comment
Varietal: Pinot Noir/Merlot/Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Italy – Sicily
Cost: $9.99 – $11.99
A blend of 4 varietals (hence the name), this medium-bodied wine has the natural tannins of the pinot noir and cabernet sauvignon offset by the merlot and shiraz. This Italian red pairs well with food, but can be enjoyed by itself.
Recommendations: I think I would have liked this [...]
Rosemount Diamond Label Shiraz
Posted on February 10, 2009 - Filed Under Australian Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Shiraz, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10, Wine's Under $20 | Leave a Comment
Varietal: Shiraz
Region: Australia – South East
Cost: $9.99 – $14.99
A nose featuring hints of spice and black fruit, this Australian red offers complex flavors. A soft, velvety finish makes this a versatile wine.
Recommendations: Australia’s take on the Syrah, this red wine is quickly becoming a favorite of many red wine drinkers thanks to its versatility. Robust enough [...]
