Synopsis, Our Opinion: An energizing no-frills white wine that’s a great value. Producer/Winery: Edit and István Bai; Carpinus Family Winery; Tokaji, Hungary. Grape Variety: Furmint. […]
Caparsino Chianti Classico Riserva 2006
Synopsis, Our Opinion: This has been our favorite Chianti for several years and this 2006 is truly the apotheosis of Chianti Classico!!! Producer/Winery: Paolo Cianferoni; […]
Wine Bottle Corks: Advantages and Disadvantages
Since wine spoils quickly if exposed to the air, wine-makers through the ages began using corks to seal their wine in a vessel. In the […]
Nicolini Rosso 2014
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A FANTASTIC bargain that easily fits into our Quality wine at a Bargain price category. Producer/Winery: Giorgio Nicolini; Muggia, Italy. Grape Variety: […]
Au Bon Climat Pinot Gris\Pinot Blanc 2016
Synopsis, Our Opinion: OUTSTANDING white blend that’s a GREAT value. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen; Au Bon Climat; Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: Blend – 60% Pinot […]
Francois Raveneau Chablis 2014
Synopsis, Our Opinion: It was A VERY SPECIAL white Burgundy and we treasured every sip. Producer/Winery: Bernard & Jean-Marie Raveneau; Domaine Francois Raveneau; Chablis, France. […]
Au Bon Climat Santa Barbara County Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay 2015
Synopsis, Our Opinion: OUTSTANDING rich and lively Chardonnay that’s an excellent value. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen; Au Bon Climat; Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: Chardonnay. Geographic […]
Ridge Perrone Merlot 2014
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A notable wine we enjoyed with a lamb dinner. Producer/Winery: Ridge Vineyards; Cupertino, California. Grape Variety: Merlot. Geographic Appellation: Monte Bello Vineyard; […]
Occhipinti Siccagno Nero d’Avola 2015
Synopsis, Our Opinion: NOTEWORTHY Italian red wine. Producer/Winery: Arianna Occhipinti; Sicily, Italy. Grape Variety: Nero d’Avola. Geographic Appellation: Sicily, Italy. Vintage: 2015 Price: $39.95
Torbreck Barossa Valley Woodcutter’s Shiraz 2016
Synopsis, Our Opinion: GREAT aroma but a disappointing Shiraz with such dominant sweetness. Producer/Winery: Trobreck Vintners; Marananga, South Australia. Grape Variety: Shiraz. Geographic Appellation: Barossa […]