Blenheim Vineyards Painted Red 2009
Varietal:Â 41% Merlot; 36% Cabernet Franc; 17% Cabernet Sauvignon; 6% Petit Verdot Region:Â Virginia – Charlottesville Cost:Â $$30 Winemaker’s Notes:Â Â Fresh scents of violet, blueberry, and […]
Month: February 2012
2012 Virginia Governor’s Cup
It’s that time of year again, when Virginia recognizes their own and awards a wine the Governor’s Cup. In the past there was a Governor’s […]
Campo Viejo Tempranillo 2010
Varietal:Â 100% Tempranillo Region:Â Spain – Rioja Cost:Â $10 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes:Â Deep cherry color that suggests a young, vibrant wine. Rich and intense ripe […]
Blogging vs the Bulge
So recently my wife and I have been trying to be healthier. Not that we were particularly unhealthy before, but we’ve been trying to do […]
Retzlaff Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
Varietal:Â 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Region:Â California – Livermore Valley Cost:Â $19 My Review:Â In case you missed it, Valentine’s Day was this past Tuesday, and […]
Moet Hennessy Tasting
One of the perks of running this site is that from time to time I get invited to tastings that aren’t open to the public. […]