Synopsis, Our Opinion: It was EXTRAVAGANT, SUMPTUOUS and MEMORABLE. Producer/Winery: Poderi Aldo Conterno; Monforte d’Alba, Italy Grape Variety: Nebbiolo Geographic Appellation: Barolo; Piedmont, Italy. Vintage: […]
Tag: $101.00 or more
D Yquem Lur-Saluces Sauternes 1985
Synopsis, Our Opinion: An expensive wine, a combination of opulent flavors and mouth-feel that was extraordinary and a MEMORABLE experience with each sip…it was a […]
Bevan Cellars Ontogeny Napa Valley Red Wine 2014
Synopsis, Our Opinion: An EXCEPTIONAL California Bordeaux blend. Producer/Winery: Bevan Cellars; Santa Rosa, California. Grape Variety: Bordeaux blend – Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc […]
Domaine Chevillone Nuits-Saint-Georges Les Roncieres 1er Cru 2013
Recommendation: An OUTSTANDING red Burgundy that was truly memorable. Winery/Producer: Bertrand and Denis Chevilloné; Nuits-Saint-Georges, France. Grape Variety: Pinot Noir. Geographic Region, Appellation: Nuits-Saint-Georges; Burgundy, […]
Domaine du Jaugaret St-Julien 2007
Recommendation: A distinctive red Bordeaux that was delicious and a tremendous value at $100!!! Winery/Producer: Jean-François Fillastre; Domaine du Jaugaret; Gironde, France. Grape Variety: Bordeaux […]
Comparison Tasting: Penfolds Grange 2000 and Henschke Hill of Grace 2001
When we were in Australia a couple of years ago we had the opportunity to visit several vineyards and shop at a great many wine […]
Wine Pairing Dinner: Chez Panisse
Restruant: Alice Waters, Chez Panisse. Location: Chez Panisse 1517 Shattuck Ave Berkeley, California Phone: (510) 548-5525
Penfolds Grange Bin 95 Bottle 93300 2005
Recommendation: When you win the lottery or want to celebrate a VERY special occasion, including a bottle of Grange will definitely add to the event, […]
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellers, Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Fay 2012
Recommendation: Very delicious California Cabernet Sauvignon that’s perfect with steak and special occasions. Winery/Producer: Produced & bottled by Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars; Napa, California. Grape […]
Pereira D’Oliveira Boal 1968 Madeira
Recommendation: MEMORABLE Madeira wine every wine lover should taste at least once in their life. Winery/Producer: Pereira D’Oliveira (Vinhos), Lda.; Funchal, Madeira. Grape Variety: Malvasia […]