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Frescobaldi Wines for the Holidays
Frescobaldi brings one thousand years of family history to their winemaking efforts and has been making wine in Tuscany for over 700 years.
An Affordable French Bordeaux
“Bordeaux” and “affordable” aren’t uttered in the same sentence all that often. However, I found a really well-made, affordable Bordeaux from France that is solid, tasty, and priced here at…
Hess Collection Wines Perfect for Holidays
If you’re looking for excellent wines either for gifts to wine lovers or to serve during the holiday season, I can recommend two Hess Collection wines without reservation.
Newly Opened Pago on Main Hosts Winemakers’ Dinner
On Sunday, November 14th, the newly opened Pago on Main restaurant will host a Winemakers’ Dinner featuring Evan Lewandowski of Ruth Lewandowski wines, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
An Excellent Champagne for the Holidays
If you are looking for a terrific bottle of bubbly to help you celebrate the upcoming holidays, a bottle or two of Champagne Lanson Le Black Label Brut would be…
An End of Summer Italian Rosé
Masseria Li Veli Primerose is an inexpensive, but hearty and delicious Rosato that nicely bridges the transition from summer to fall. Try it with light cheeses, appetizers and simple fish…
Russiz Superiore Cabernet Franc
Aged for 12 months is French oak barriques and an additional 6 months in the bottle, this Cabernet Franc is complex and well-structured, not to mention age-worthy.
Martini & Rossi Sparkling Rosé: Crisp, Dry and a Very Good Value
I recently sampled Martini & Rossi Sparkling Rosé and was surprised to find that it is crisp and drier than ever – a very good value.
A Summer Sicilian Rosato
If you are looking for an inexpensive, refreshing wine to drink during your summer travels or to share during a happy meeting, this one is for you: Poggio Anima Raphael…
Unshackled Rosé
Great Rosés that pair well with food can also be nearly bone dry with bright acidity and Unshackled Rosé is one of them. Try it at your next backyard BBQ.
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
Head High Sonoma Pinot Noir would be a slam-dunk to open and enjoy during Memorial Day barbecues with grilled meats, burgers and such.
White Wine You Will Fall in Love With at the First Taste
Jeff Cohn Cellars First Date with its gorgeous aromas of apricot, honeysuckle, peach and white flowers is going to be love at first taste.
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…
A perfect and Inexpensive French White Wine for Mother’s Day
If you are looking for a very tasty, but inexpensive French white wine to sip on the patio or perhaps enjoy with Mother’s Day dinner, I’ve got a great one…
CVNE Rioja Monopole 2020
Perfect for Spring CVNE (Compañía VinÍcola del Norte de España) Monopole ($16) – the oldest white wine brand in Spain, dating back to 1915.