Liquid Smoke
This Tuesday Tasting, we try 3 full-bodied reds filled with ripe fruit flavours, and yes, you guessed it, a touch of smokey flavours that will make you want to light up the barbecue and smoke…
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Mad for Malbecs
This Tuesday Tasting we try 3 fruit-filled Argentinian reds from the Mendoza region that showcase the country’s flagship grape. Featuring: Zorzal – Gaining praise from critics worldwide for their fresh approach to wine-making and focus…
Cab Franc First
This Tuesday Tasting we try the original Cab — Cab Franc that is (Cabernet Sauvignon evolved later as a hybrid of Franc and Sauvignon Blanc) – with 3 excellent examples from 3 different countries. Featuring:…
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…
Don’t Cry for Me Argentina
Actually we hope this Tuesday Tasting featuring 3 highly ranked Argentinian reds, including a fun new blend fresh to the U.S. market, will leave you with more smiles than tears. Featuring: Ji Ji Ji (Pronounced…
Mad About Malbecs: Mendoza Edition
This Tuesday Tasting we try 3 critically-acclaimed Argentinian Malbecs that deliver a lot of bang for the buck (or “drink well above their price point” in wine speak). Featuring: Amado Sur – This full-bodied wine…
Summer Whites (International Blends)
Memorial Day has come and gone, so no need to worry about trying on some new summer whites. This Tuesday Tasting we feature 3 great new blends from around the world that are perfect for…
Argentinian Reds
This Tuesday Tasting, we try to make it a little easier to return from the holiday weekend with a tasting of three great new Argentinian reds from the Mendoza region. Featuring: Zorzal Malbec – Gaining…
Mendoza Malbecs
Sampling three Malbecs from the Argentinian region (Mendoza) that made the grape famous. Featuring: Los Cardos – Velvety and juicy, this critic’s favorite (Tasting Panel: 92 pts) balances sweet and spicy with flavors of rich…
Pan-American Plus Pinots
Joint us this Tuesday for a tasting that takes us from North America, to South America, to the South Pacific to try three fruity, full-flavored pinot noirs. Featuring: Route 152, California—From the Central Coast region,…