Author: gusclemens

Sauvignon blanc ranks as world class wine after once being associated with poorboy plonk or snooty French names no one understood. Long, strange journey.
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Castello di Gabbiano Chianti Classico 2012: Translucent ruby color; cherry, raspberry nose; dark cherry, sour cherry, plum, raspberry on the palate. Continue reading →

Lucas & Lewellen Valley View Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2009: Dark ruby color; red fruits, cherry, some oak, green peas, Continue reading →

Columbia Winery Chardonnay 2013: Pale yellow color; apple, tropical fruit, pear on the nose; Continue reading →

Lucas & Lewellen Syrah 2011: Dark ruby color; dried flowers, blackberry, red meat on the nose; Continue reading →

Conundrum California Red Wine 2012: Dark purple-magenta color; dark fruit and tinkle of sweetness on the nose; loads of juicy dark fruit, mocha, vanilla, spice on the palate; Continue reading →

Columbia Winery Merlot, Columbia Valley 2013: Dark purple color; plum, spice, hint of oak on the nose; plum, dark berries, ripe cherry, cranberry, oak, vanilla, spice on the palate; Continue reading →

Mark West California Pinot Noir 2013: Ruby color; cherry, berry, spice nose; cherry, hint of strawberry, oak; good acidity, light in the mouth, light tannin. Continue reading →

Labor Day is “so-long-to-summer” portal, although veteran Texans know hot days will not end soon. Continue reading →

Domaine de la Côte de l’Ange Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2011: Deep purple color; vividly delightful nose of raspberry and strawberry jam, dried flowers; Continue reading →