Wines of Chile Blogger Tasting: Master Terroir Class
Well it was that time again, time for the Wines of Chile Blogger tasting. This being the 8th virtual tasting they’ve held, it was mixed […]
Month: October 2012
Joel Gott Alakai 2010
Varietal: Â 77% Grenache; 17% Syrah; 4% Mourvedre; 2% Petite Sirah Region: Â California Cost: Â $18 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Â The 2010 Alakai from Joel Gott has aromas […]
Clarksburg Wine Company Preview
Last week I had the chance to meet with John Beckman from the Clarksburg Wine Company. He was stopping through on a trip as they […]
Book Review: The New York Times Book of Wine
The two books that were recently sent to me could not have been more different. While the Kevin Zraly book was more educational, the New […]
Skeleton Wine Malbec 2011
Varietal: Â Malbec Region: Â Argentina Cost: Â $10 (for 1L) Winemaker’s Notes: Â An enticing Malbec with aromas of violet and plum, alongside secondary notes of blackberry jam […]
Le Grand Courtage Blanc de Blanc Brut
Varietal: Â Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Colombard, Ugni Blanc Region: Â France Cost: Â $20 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Â Undertones of Granny Smith apples, honeysuckle, strawberry, and toasted brioche. Perfect […]