Synopsis, Our Opinion: Excellent lean “New World” California Chardonnay that has distinguishing Burgundian traits. Producer/Winery: Liquid Farm; Buellton, California. Grape Variety: Chardonnay. Geographic Appellation: Sta. […]
Book Review: The Flavor Bible
Although this book might not appear appropriate for our wine blog, “don’t judge a book by it’s cover”. The Flavor Bible offers a new look […]
Sandhi Bentrock Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay 2014
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A special treat and a truly REMARKABLE Chardonnay. Producer/Winery: Rajat Parr & Sashi Moorman; Sandhi Wines; Lompoc, California. Grape Variety: Chardonnay. Geographic […]
G B Odoardi Calabria Rosso 2013
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A big, bold Italian red blend. Producer/Winery: Giovan Battista Odoardi; Calabria, Italy. Grape Variety: Blend – 30% Magliocco, 30% Gaglioppo, 20% Nerello […]
Vallana Gattinara 2007
Synopsis, Our Opinion: OUTSTANDING, very reasonably priced Nebbiolo that was a MEMORABLE wine. Producer/Winery: Antonio Vallana; Maggiora, Italy. Grape Variety: Nebbiolo. Geographic Appellation: Gattinara; Piedmont, […]
Castello Banfi Bell’agio Chianti 2015
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A drinkable grocery store red wine in a delightful bottle that oozed character. Producer/Winery: Castello Banfi; bottled by Placido S.A.; Montalcino, Ita;y. […]
Bruno Giacosa Nebbiolo D’Alba 2015
Synopsis, Our Opinion: Vibrant, balanced and flavorful young Nebbiolo that was a FANTASTIC buy. Producer/Winery: Bruno Giacosa; Neive, Italy. Grape Variety: Nebbiolo. Geographic Appellation: Nebbiolo […]
Vignobles Laffourcade Quarts de Chaume Clos de Quarts 2015
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A SPLENDID dry Chenin Blanc. Producer/Winery: Pascal Laffourcade; Rochefort Sur-Loire, France. Grape Variety: Chenin blanc Geographic Appellation: Quarts de Chaume; Loire Valley, […]
Tolosa Winery & Vineyards Petite Sirah 2013
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A NOTEWORTHY week-night wine that’s a real bargain. Producer/Winery: Tolosa Winery; San Luis Obispo, California. Grape Variety: Petite Sirah (Durif). Geographic Appellation: […]
Book Review: Eat Your Drink
The phrase “farm-to-table” is familiar to everyone who enjoys fine dining, but how about “farm-to-glass”? In his book, Eat your Drink: Culinary Cocktails, author and […]