The Lost Grape of Bordeaux
This Tuesday Tasting (Nov 27) we try 3 earthy Chilean reds made from the mythical Carmenere—the red grape that was thought to have been extinct until the 1990s. Featuring: Santa Digna Carmenere Reserva — This…
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Merlotted in Mobile
This much maligned grape is finally making a comeback as winemakers (and wine drinkers!) rediscover the beauty of this fruit-driven, approachable red. This Tuesday Tasting we feature 3 elegant West Coast Merlots that will wow…
South African Reds Return
This Tuesday Tasting (August 7) we feature 3 big bold reds from the Stellenbosch region near the Cape of Good Hope. Featuring: Chamonix Rouge – This medium-bodied red blend of Cab, Merlot, Malbec and Petite…
Meet the Maker Series: Buck Millbrandt of Millbrandt Vineyards
Meet the Maker Series: Buck Millbrandt of Millbrandt Vineyards Tuesday, Apr 10, 5:30-7:30 Hi Folks! So we don’t usually hold our Meet the Maker series this regularly, but we’re very excited that this Tuesday, Buck…
A Cult of Intrinsic Illusion (A Tasting)
Okay, actually we’re just stringing together names of 3 great new red blends we’ve tried, but it should be a fun tasting nonetheless! Featuring: Illusion, California – A new vintage brings another great blend of…
Lodi Showdown
This Tuesday we face off with a taste off at ye ol’ Firehouse as we try 3 rambunctious red blends from Lodi, one of the fastest growing AVAs in California and self-proclaimed “Wild West” of…
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…
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…
Merlotted
This much maligned grape is finally making a comeback as winemakers (and wine tasters) rediscover this softy, fruity and approachable red. This Tuesday Tasting we feature 3 fun and flavorful merlots from the Southern Hemisphere:…
Maybe Merlot?
This Tuesday Tasting we go back to the classics, featuring 3 fun and flavorful merlots from South America. Turning the tables on the Sideways classic: “If anyone orders merlot, I’m staying!” Featuring: Rayun Reserve Merlot,…