Freemark Abbey Chardonnay 2017 Aromas of freshly baked apples combined with tropical fruits such as pineapple, guava, ripe banana will entice you to take a sip. Do not hurry, enjoy the moment. The palate is fresh and lively with intertwined layers of banana, pear, white peach, with secondary notes of citrus, apple, almonds, toast, andContinue reading “From the Cellar- Freemark Abbey Chardonnay 2017”
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Antigal Uno Wine Releases. – Wines that over deliver!
Firstly, congratulations to Antigal for being awarded New World Winery of the Year in 2023 by Wine Enthusiast, and to their Wine Maker Miriam Gomez, who is one of the talented and accomplished winemakers in Argentina. She combines a passion for science and winemaking with some exceptional results. The Uno Malbec has been around forContinue reading “Antigal Uno Wine Releases. – Wines that over deliver!”
Jean Luc Colombo ‘Les Ruchets’ Cornas Syrah 2018
It’s rare I get caught off guard, happens once or twice a year if I am lucky. This 100% Syrah from the Cornas region of Cote du Rhone has done just that. Jean Luc Colombo and his wife Anne’s commitment to Syrah is legendary, and this, their iconic flagship wine displaying all the elegance andContinue reading “Jean Luc Colombo ‘Les Ruchets’ Cornas Syrah 2018”
Pali Wine Co. Pinot’s plus.
Pali Wine Co. Pinot Noir 2020. This blend combines 65% Santa Barbara and 35% Sonoma Coast, with each region adding to the overall complexity and flavor, resulting in a delightful wine. The 14.5% alcohol content is well-integrated and does not dominate. Enticing aromas of cherries, cranberries, and raspberries with just a hint of cola, spices,Continue reading “Pali Wine Co. Pinot’s plus.”
Pali Wine Co. ‘White Wines’
Pali Wine Co Charm Acres Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2018 Nose is loaded with baked apple and pear enticing you to take a sip. Very much Sonoma Chard and one sip confirms it. Palate is smooth, rich, and approachable with a caramel creme brulee and baked apple thing dominating with secondary notes of pear, white stoneContinue reading “Pali Wine Co. ‘White Wines’”
Two Tuscan Gems- one from the descendants of the Father of Chianti plus …
Morellino Di Scansano Tuscan Red 2021 This delightful Italian Red comes from Morellino di Scansano which lies in the Maremma region of coastal Tuscany. This region of Tuscany could just be the most over looked, underappreciated wine regions in all of Italy. It must be a minimum of 85% Sangiovese which is the basis forContinue reading “Two Tuscan Gems- one from the descendants of the Father of Chianti plus …”
Ellena Winery- Piedmont does it like only Piedmont can.
If you talk with a travel agent, they will tell you there are dozens of things to do and places to see in the picturesque commune of la Morra, with wine tasting at the top of the list. These rolling hills with rows and rows of vineyards and centuries-old hilltop villages with snow-capped mountains inContinue reading “Ellena Winery- Piedmont does it like only Piedmont can.”
Four Excellent Wines from a 600-year-old Winery- Mazzei.
There is so much history with this family, it’s crazy. Established in 1435, they have been making wine in Tuscany for nearly 600 years. Can you imagine for a minute the same family nurturing the same vineyards for 25 generations? That is a serious commitment. As a matter of interest, their ancestors were the firstContinue reading “Four Excellent Wines from a 600-year-old Winery- Mazzei.”
Yering Station Wines
This is the oldest, and original Winery in Victoria established in 1838 by the Scottish Ryrie brothers after acquiring 43,000 acres. They planted grapes and ran a cattle farm. The vineyard changed hands in 1850 and was expanded by 50 acres sourcing some of their cuttings from Chateau Lafite and, in 1859 built the OldContinue reading “Yering Station Wines”
Xanadu Cabernet Sauvignon 2019- One of the best value Cabernets you will ever drink.
Those of you who know me, know that I am a huge fan of the Margaret River region. Medium-bodied, elegant, restrained, and unique pretty much sums it up. This is a totally enjoyable wine that over-delivers and could just be the best-value Cabernet you drink all year. Established in 1977, a decade after Vasse FelixContinue reading “Xanadu Cabernet Sauvignon 2019- One of the best value Cabernets you will ever drink.”
Vine to Table 