Tag: wine tasting
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Under Construction: Wine Education in Progress
I have not forgotten you and I am so thankful you have not forgotten me. The WSET Level 3 exam is Monday. Each week as the test draws near my level of study has increased. This week has been a full-court press. The new book is so dense there is nothing in it that I…
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These Wines are Guaranteed to Make Valentine’s Day Sparkle
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. For some that means being “swept off your feet” like in a romance movie. For others it is a day of resentment reflected in a good break up movie. For those of us who have been with the same partner or spouse for decades and have grown kids it really…
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Wines of Southwest France: What’s Old is New Again
How often do you enjoy wines from Southwest France? Can you name any of the appellations or the wines they produce? Wines of Southwest France, Sud-Ouest in French, has been cultivating vineyards since about 125 BC! What the Romans began long ago was continued by Catholic Monks during the Middle Ages and later vignerons. Furthermore,…
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Snowbirds Grüner Veltliner
2016 Snowbirds Grüner Veltliner Lake Chelan AVA Washington This wine poured a medium lemon in the glass. Medium inviting aromas of under-ripe peaches, lemon zest and juice, acacia, pineapple, and fresh herbs. It was lively on the palate, crisp and refreshing. Light in body, medium acidity, medium flavor intensity on the palate. This is a…
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It’s Time to Rediscover Australian Shiraz
What is the first grape that comes to mind when you hear Australia? Shiraz is as synonymous to Australia as vegemite. However, Australian Shiraz has experienced an identity crisis. The US wine market was flooded with inexpensive, over-ripe Shiraz that was initially well received and highly consumed, yet overtime spawned questions as to whether Australian…
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Cline Cashmere Black Magic
2015 Cline Cashmere Black Magic Red Blend California Crafted from a blend of Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Carignane, Alicante Bouschet, Mourvèdre, Syrah, and Grenache. This wine poured a deep ruby in the glass. It offers pronounced aromas of baked red and black berries mingle with candied violets, chocolate, cinnamon, anise, licorice, chocolate, leather, smoke, damp underbrush,…
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The Daily Meal Article: You Should Be Drinking Gewürztraminer from Alsace
Why would you drink an unappreciated grape from an unfashionable wine region? Read my latest The Daily Meal contribution to find out…
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A New World Discovery: Wines of Brazil
Is it possible for a wine region 480+ years old to be a new discovery? Have you had wines from Brazil? Until a few weeks ago neither had I. According to Jancis Robinson Brazil is the third most important producer in terms of quality in South America, but there is a caveat; most of the…
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To Oak or Not to Oak; Exploring the Wonders of Chablis
I have a confession to make. I am not a huge fan of Chardonnay. That is not to say I don’t like it. I am just incredibly finicky about how I like it. I drink it and enjoy different expressions of it with different foods; however, rarely will I pour myself a glass to simply…
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Two Gorgeous Chilean Cabs You Must Drink
Chile is among the new world’s preeminent wine regions. Many wine consumers recognize Chile as a great source of value with wines in the $10-29 range tasting way above their price point. Furthermore, Wines of Chile has marketed Carmenere successfully to the point it is now not only a well-recognized grape but also associated with…
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