Shiraz vs Syrah
In this round of Tuesday Tastings we try 3 styles of the heavy weight grape Shiraz/Syrah that pack quite a punch: Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz, Australia – This nimble Shiraz tastes of dark plum and mulberry…
Category Archives: Red Wine
Meet the Maker: Bobby Flournoy, B&L Brands
If you missed our Tuesday Tasting of Basque wines (or if you’re just mad for more Spanish vino), we have a special treat this Thursday, April 20, as Bobby Flournoy, owner of B&L Brands, a…
Superstars
This Tuesday Tasting we try three stellar reds that taste like masterpieces (without the accompanying price tags!) Featuring: Louis Latour Valmoissine Pinot Noir, France – This 7th generation vintner (founded 1797) likes to emphasize he’s…
Not Your Cali Cabs
This Tuesday Tasting we leave West Coast Cabs behind to take a tour that spans continents to try some of their ripe, red cabs that are excellent reflections of the region. Featuring: Excelsior, South Africa—This…
Meet the Maker: Carmel Road
This Thursday, March 16, from 5:30-7:30, we’ll be having a special tasting with Wendi Jean Hammon, Winery Director of Carmel Road. Carmel Road is known not only for its well-ranked wines and partnership with award-winning…
Mambo Italiano
This Tuesday Tasting, we kick up our heels and enjoy some flavorful reds from southern, central and northern Italy. Paitin Barbera d’Alba Serra, Piedmont — This historic Italian vineyard (est 1796) in Northeast Italy produces…
P.S. (Petite Sirah)… I Love You
The little grape that packs a big punch is back! This Tuesday Tasting we try three California Petite Sirahs that deliver rich, flavorful mouthfuls with every sip. Featuring: Shannon Ridge High Elevation, Lake County –…
Seeing (Spanish) Reds: Part II
This Tuesday Tasting we take another tour of Spain, with 3 new big-bodied reds that make us say ¡Salud! Featuring: Descendientes de Jose Palacios Petalos – This critically acclaimed wine (Robert Parker: 93, James Suckling:…
Rowdy Red Blends
This Tuesday Tasting we try 3 great red blends out of California that offer more than just a fun name. Featuring: Wine Liberation Society’s “Old School”– This blend of Syrah and Merlot has become a…
Easy-peasy Sangiovese
This Tuesday Tasting features three easy-drinking reds from central Italy: Di Majo Sangiovese, Tuscany—A great wine at great value, this 100% sangiovese earned 90 pts from Wine Spectator and is a bright red with floral…