Wine Of The Week – 2010 Puydeval
What a blend…..Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Merlot. This French beauty is a rich, intense red that screams ” Decant Me!! ” Dark fruit and deep tannins makes this a stew or Sunday roast kind of wine. Every...
View ArticleWine of the Week – 2010 Le Prince du Logis Chateauneuf du Pape
This young but ready to go Grenache/Syrah blend is a perfect gift or holiday dinner wine. Finish the year in style with this Reserve Vieilles Vigne or old vines product. Great nose of cherry and...
View ArticleWine Of The Week – 2007 Cooper Garrod Syrah
The long growing season of the Santa cruz Mountains makes for world class Syrah. This wine is a small production red from only four acres and there were only 264 cases made of this peppery, deep red....
View ArticleWine of the Week – 2011 Chamine
Ahh, another Portuguese earthy red with hints of game and a bright juicy finish… Robert Parker gives this deal an 86 rating, and this is the perfect time for some winter grilling and a good hearty red...
View ArticleWine Of The Week – 2007 Venta la Ossa Syrah
Finca La Solana is a single vineyard property that makes a well structured Syrah that is meaty and well balanced. The fruit over the nose is in harmony with the 14% alcohol making this a great wine for...
View ArticleWine of the Week – 2009 Halos De Jupitor Vacqueyras
I bought all the 2009s this company produced and could not be happier. I carry the Cotes Du Rhone, Gigondas, Rasteau, Chateauneuf du Pape and the Vacqueyras. After letting the Vacqueyras open for about...
View ArticleWine Of The Week- 2009 Bolgheri Greppicante
The region of Bolgheri produces some of the boldest wines of Italy and this one is no exception. The Greppicante grape is not common to many wine drinkers, but put it on the table with some rich meat...
View ArticleWine Of The Week – 2010 Buehler Zinfandel
The cold weather seems to be hanging on, so let’s counter it with some heat in a bottle…. The 14.9% Zinfandel from Buehler Vineyards is the perfect solution. Big strong berry notes over the nose...
View ArticleWine Of The Week – Tierra Prometida Malbec
This reserva Malbec from the Mendoza region of Argentina receives only nine inches of rain per year, and yet that helps produce a juicy rich, blood red wine for steaks or venison. The wine has the...
View ArticleWine Of The Week – 2008 Val Sotillo
Spanish value is always the way to go in the current wine world and the area called Ribera del Duero is making some of the tastiest red out there. This Crianza (Spanish wine aged 1 year in oak barrels)...
View ArticleWine Of The Week – 2012 Ali Sangiovese
Tuscan reds are some of the most enjoyable Italian wines around and this is one no exception. 100% Sangiovese done with a touch of oak and great cherry fruit. Just cause it’s summer doesn’t mean we’re...
View ArticleGiguiere Muque and Antico Fuoco Rosso
Two brand-new flavor bombs in the store…. First, the Giguiere Musque chardonnay with the muscato grape cloned with the chardonnay giving this wine a fruity base with a hint of sweetness. Great for...
View ArticleWine of the week – Maquis Cabernet
This Chilean Cab has a ripeness followed by big, bold tannins to ensure your steak dinner will be a success every time. Pair it with some game grilled outside and roasted root vegetables for a fall...
View ArticleWine of the Week – 2009 Star Lane Cabernet
This wine is from Happy Canyon in Santa Barbara and the taste is reminiscent of Napa. 100% Cabernet, this wine comes out of the bottle ready to drink – no decanting or airing, just tasty &...
View ArticleEaster Beauties at Vinomania
Two wonderful wines for the Easter holiday or any special occasion are the Barnard Griffin Riesling or Zinzilla Zinfandel. The first has that great crisp apple acidity with some sweetness to balance...
View ArticleWines of the Week: Powell & Son and The Big Easy
Time to mix it up with two big-bomb red blends! The first is The Big Easy from Fess Parker winery. This blend of Syrah, Petite Syrah and Grenache is a well structured California beauty with big...
View ArticleCalifornia Dreaming Wine Trio
This week we’re featuring three classically styled wines from the best region in California – Glass Mountain chardonnay has a crisp taste with a pineapple, apricot finish. Fabulous for a fall Sunday...
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