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…
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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…
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…
Groundbreaking Cabs
With all the construction and earth-shaking going on outside Firehouse these days, we thought it would be fun to taste some “groundbreaking” cabs that we hope will rock your world! Kidding aside, these are 3…
Winter Whites
As cooler weather begins to kick in, this Tuesday Tasting we try three full-bodied California whites that are rich enough to complement heavier meals and cooler climes while still providing a refreshing sip of “sunshine…
Positively Zinful
This Tuesday Tasting we try 3 juicy, flavor-filled California Zinfandels that are perfect for cooler winter weather and nights around the fireplace. Featuring: Hullabaloo Old Vine Zin, Lodi – You’ll find out what all the…
P.S. I Love You! (That’s Petite Sirah)
This Tuesday Tasting we try three California Petite Sirahs that express the variety that can be found in this small grape that packs a big punch. Featuring: Greystone, Napa – Purchased by the Culinary Institute…
World-Class Whites (Chardonnay Edition)
This Tuesday Tasting we try 3 elegant versions of the world’s most popular white grape, Chardonnay, each showcasing a different region and different style of winemaking. Featuring: Cave des Vignerons Chablis, France – This unoaked…
Lively Oaks
To oak, or not to oak—that is the question. This Tuesday tasting you decide as we try 3 shades of Chardonnay from 3 different countries. Featuring: Vrac Macon Burgundy, France —This crisp, unoaked white is…
California Dreamin’
This Tuesday Tasting we try 3 elegant, fruit-filled Pinot Noirs from California, perfect for the spring and summer. Featuring: Hendry HRW Pinot Noir, Napa Valley—This lively red benefits from the cool climate of Carneros and…