One of my very favorite winemakers is Sonoma-based Will Bucklin, who makes wines from grapevines that date back to the founding of his Old Hill Ranch in 1851. The smallish (24-acre) Old Hill Ranch vineyard is a fry-farmed Zinfandel field blend. I’m especially fond of Bucklin Old Hill Ranch Zinfandel Bambino Field Blend 2015 ($19.99), which was made with 81% Zinfandel, 9% Petite … [Read more...]
The Walking Dead Wine and Red Rock Brewing Spring-Style Brew
THE WALKING DEAD WINE If you are one of the millions of The Walking Dead series fanatics, well, now you have a zombie-inspired wine to love as well. The Last Wine Company has introduced Walking Dead Blood Red Blend and Walking Dead Cabernet Sauvignon, with each featuring a label that responds to the Living Wine Labels app - an augmented reality innovation that bring … [Read more...]
Wine o’ the Week: Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut Champagne
It goes without saying that with Valentine’s Day on the horizon, a great sparkling wine should be on your radar screen, as well. And, while there’s no shortage of great French Champagnes that would do the trick for Cupid, I’m especially enticed by the seductive flavors of Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut Champagne ($49.95). This signature house cuvée is a classic blend of PInot … [Read more...]
Wine Tasting at Veneto Ristorante and Sweethearts & High Spirits Ball
Wine Tasting In Italy, Amarone is often referred to as “The King of Wine.” Amarone della Valpolicella - which is usually just called Amarone - is a rich, dry Italian red wine typically made from dried Corvina grapes, Rondinella, and some other approved grape varieties. Located near Verona, in the Veneto region of Italy, Valpolicella has been the home of intriguing … [Read more...]