Deep ruby color; black cherry, redcurrant, potpourri, flowers on the nose; black cherry, plum, hint of oak and roasted tomato on the palate. Continue reading
Month: January 2018
Tolosa 1772 Pinot Noir Edna Valley 2015
Medium ruby color; black cherry, blackberry some smoke and stone on the nose; cranberry, red cherry, raspberry, red plum, herbs on the palate. Continue reading
Wine’s downsides
You likely enjoyed positives of wine we visited last week, but if we are honest, the story is not universally rosy (or even rosé). This week, a glimpse at wine drinking downsides. Continue reading
Vilarnau Brut Reserva Rosé Cava NV
Bright, deep copper-pink color; raspberry, red apple, citrus, minerality on the nose; strawberry, cranberry, red apple, tangerine-mandarin orange on the palate. Continue reading
Bonterra Mendocino County Pinot Noir 2016
Medium ruby color; strawberry, raspberry, spice, vanilla on the nose; cherry, cranberry, raspberry, oak on the palate. Continue reading
Michael David Earthquake Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
Deep purple color; plum, blackcurrant, tobacco, black cherry on the nose; black cherry, plum, blackcurrant, oak, chocolate on the palate. Continue reading
Sbragia Family Vineyards Gino’s Vineyard Zinfandel 2014
Deep ruby-black color; blackberry, blueberry, cinnamon on the nose; blackberry-brambles, raspberry, blueberry, plum, prunes, ripe raisins, redcurrant tang, pinch of pepper on the palate. Continue reading
Wine’s good qualities
Wine: good for you. Wine: bad for you. Both statements can be true; let’s explore. Continue reading
Cooper & Thief Cellarmasters Red Wine Blend 2014
Deep ruby color; red fruits, bourbon on the nose; red and black cherry, sugar plum, redcurrant, oak on the palate. Continue reading
Amavi Cellars Sémillon 2016
Pale yellow color; orange blossom, honeysuckle, lemongrass, chamomile on the nose; pink grapefruit, lemon-lime, honeydew melon, yellow and red delicious apple, flint on the palate. Continue reading
