red wine

  • Log Haven Swan Song 2020

    Log Haven Swan Song 2020

    Swan Song 2020 comes from Santa Barbara County and is a gorgeous red wine blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet France, and 3% Petit Verdot.

  • A Beautiful Tuscan Red Wine

    A Beautiful Tuscan Red Wine

    Le Volte dell’Ornellaia 2019 is a beautiful Tuscan red wine. It is versatile enough with good acidity and is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner.

  • Li Veli Passamante Salice Salentino

    Li Veli Passamante Salice Salentino

    Last week I enjoyed a very tasty and affordable red wine from Italy alongside a wood-fired Napolitan-style Margherita pizza. It was Masseria Li Veli Passamante Salice Salentino DOC and it…

  • A Father’s Day Cabernet

    A Father’s Day Cabernet

    Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 would be a slam-dunk at a Father’s Day BBQ featuring grilled meats. 

  • An Outstanding Under-$20 Pinot Noir

    An Outstanding Under-$20 Pinot Noir

    Head High Sonoma Pinot Noir would be a slam-dunk to open and enjoy during Memorial Day barbecues with grilled meats, burgers and such.

  • Bonterra 2020 Young Red

    Bonterra 2020 Young Red

    Slightly chilled Bonterra 2020 Young Red would make a perfect partner for picnics, barbecues, Memorial Day celebrations, and for sipping on the summer patio. And yes, it’s a slam-dunk with…

  • Mer Soleil Reserve Pinot Noir 2017

    Mer Soleil Reserve Pinot Noir 2017

    Mer Soleil Reserve Pinot Noir 2017 with its dark fruit aromas is a perfect red wine to pair with your favorite duck and mushroom dishes.

  • RICKSHAW Pinot Noir

    RICKSHAW Pinot Noir

    For a mere $12.95, RICKSHAW Pinot Noir 2019 is a damned good bang for the buck with dark, rich black cherry flavors dominating this fairly delicate, medium-bodied Pinot, with vanilla…

  • Bonanza California Cabernet Sauvignon

    Bonanza California Cabernet Sauvignon

    Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon is an affordable and versatile multi-vintage red blend to enjoy with pizza, burgers, grilled meats, and meat tacos.

  • Saldo 2018 California Zinfandel

    Saldo 2018 California Zinfandel

    If you’re looking for a versatile, delightful wine to serve on Thanksgiving – or any other time, for that matter – I would strongly consider Saldo 2018 California Zinfandel ($31.99),…

  • Vivanco Crianza 2016

    Vivanco Crianza 2016

    Vivanco Crianza 2016 bright red color in the glass gives way to spicy, smoky aromas of fresh red fruit. On the tongue, this young wine is fresh and fruity with…

  • Malbec Based Red Wine: Piattelli Trinita Grand Reserve 

    Malbec Based Red Wine: Piattelli Trinita Grand Reserve 

    Piattelli Trinita Grand Reserve is a delicious wine with moderate tannins that I think of as a “baby Bordeaux.” There’s lots of black fruit and cherry flavors, along with some…

  • Adobe Road Winery Redline

    Adobe Road Winery Redline

    One of the more interesting wine bottles to come across my desk this past year is called Redline, a red wine blend from California’s Adobe Road Winery.

  • Figuière Famille Combard Le Saint André

    Figuière Famille Combard Le Saint André

    Figuière Famille Combard Le Saint André is a spot-on red wine for outdoor barbecues. It’s a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cinsault and Grenache with garnet and violet coloring. Cherry…

  • Affordable Italian Sangiovese from CAPARZO, Perfect Pairing for Pasta with Red Sauce

    Affordable Italian Sangiovese from CAPARZO, Perfect Pairing for Pasta with Red Sauce

    I recently came across a really good, very affordable Italian Sangiovese from CAPARZO that was a perfect pairing for pappardelle with Sunday gravy.

  • All Occasions Zinfandel: Artezin Old Vine Zinfandel Mendocino

    All Occasions Zinfandel: Artezin Old Vine Zinfandel Mendocino

    As we grow near the end of barbecue and grilling season, I’m recommending an affordable, wonderful wine that’s great with grilled food but would also be a welcome guest at…