Exploring the slightly strange, but very tasty, world of orange wine with the Wrath Ex Dolio Falanghina.100% Falanghina from the … [Read more...]
The Best Wines Over $20 - Saturday Splurges!
While we routinely thumb our noses at wines over $20, even we have to admit there are occasions where spending more makes sense. Whether it be a special gift for a wine snob friend, a super low production wine, drinking local, wine travel, tasting at a vineyard or trying out an exclusive region there are times to buy that expensive wine. However, even when we cross that $20 line we still want to make sure we are getting great value!
Here then are our picks for when it’s time to splurge: The best wines over $20 - Saturday Splurges!
Quinta do Ataide Douro Red – Dazzling
A beautiful Portuguese red blend, the Quinta do Ataide Vinho Tinto from Symington Family Estates.A blend of Touriga Nacional, … [Read more...]
Kirkland Signature Brunello di Montalcino – True To Form
An excellent, inexpensive rendition of Brunello that a little detective work reveals comes from a top notch producer. The Costco Kirkland … [Read more...]
Left Coast Right Bank Pinot Noir – Right On
Splurging today on a small production Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley, the Left Coast Estate Right Bank Pinot Noir.100% Pinot … [Read more...]
Ferraton Saint-Joseph La Source – A True Treat
From a part of the Rhone we don't see a lot of here comes a fantastic example of a favorite variety, the Ferraton Pere et Fils Saint-Joseph … [Read more...]
Cecchi Chianti Classico Riserva di Famiglia – The Good Stuff
Only the best for the family! When it's time to break out the good stuff, the Cecchi Chianti Classico Riserva di Famiglia.90% … [Read more...]