2004 Cantina Zaccagnini Riserva – Uber Food Friendliness
I went to a MeetUp wine tasting event on Friday night and was fortunate enough to sample over 31 wines. The selection of wines was varied, ranging from an affordable Donny Boon Syrah to a mid-priced...
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Searching for Cheap Wines
Wine in a Box Since I recently started a new job search, I’ve made lists of things I’d cut back on. Wine and good food just cannot be skipped no matter what, so I thought I’d get my social media wine...
View Article2007 Bonterra Vineyards Viognier
Enjoyed this wine at a steakhouse, yes, a steakhouse, but paired with seared diver scallops over creamed corn. It’s a lovely, affordable Viognier that would complement spicy foods, rich white/cheesy...
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My Top 10 Wines Under $20 for 2010
If you read my blog, or follow me on social media platforms, you know that I enjoy trying wines from many regions, varietals and styles so I try not to judge wines by their price points. Having said...
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2007 Marchesi di Barolo Barbera d’Alba Ruvei
When this wine was poured into my glass I had to let out a “wow” to the beautiful dark ruby hue. On the nose, this affordable Italian wine is both sweet and spicy with bushels of wild strawberries....
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2009 Bruno Giacosa Dolcetto D’Alba
Friends asked what they could bring to one of my dinner parties and I simply said “wine to go with beef”. To my good fortune, they brought this little gem. In the glass, the wine is a bright garnet...
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2009 Stoneleigh Marlborough Pinot Noir
This Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand’s most acclaimed winemaking region, is a dark garnet color in the glass and offers a slightly spicy, stone fruits and ripe cherries nose. In the mouth, I...
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