This past weekend I was in Napa for a quick wine tasting and "get out of LA" trip. I've never been to Napa but I've heard great things. While there I probably went to 8 different wineries … more
Mary Ann and I are really looking forward to our upcoming trip to the "World" so we can visit for the first time, the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. Although now celebrating it's … more
Hey everyone near and far I want to bring another Chardonnay to your attention, this represents the 2nd wine that I've had from this producer and I'm happy to to say, I'm very pleased … more
pink, with a hint of orange, fine bead and decent mousse. Nose: Orange peel and raspberry come first, followed by bing cherry and a little strawberry … more
Natalie MacLean deserves all of the buzz that her first collection has garnered since its release in 2006. Red, White, and Drunk All Over: A Wine Soaked Journey from Grape to Glass (978-1582346489) … more
From my WineLog at WineLog.net: g> Darker ruby, violet tinges Nose: Charred earth, dried leather with plush, deep black fruit underneath that is … more
From my WineLog at WineLog.net: g> A beautiful bright pink/red, with a fine bead and extremely robust mousse. Nose: Wonderful, bright and juicy strawberry … more
I received a very intriguing book sample a few months back, “Sipping On Top of the World: Toasting Good Times and Better Days,” courtesy of the author, David White and his organization, the … more
From my WineLog at WineLog.net: garnet with light ruby edges Nose: Wonderful ripe, unpicked dusty raspberry, some slight toast. The fruit gets brighter … more
What is the single biggest problem about wine clubs for both the wine producer/wine store and the consumer who receives the wine? The wine itself! The wine producer or wine store owner usually … more
The Lady and I had a free Wednesday evening the other week so we decided to head over to one of the newer local wine destinations in the East Bay, Artisan Wine Lounge and Cafe. The lounge sits just off … more
What is the single biggest problem about wine clubs for both the wine producer/wine store and the consumer who receives the wine? The wine itself! The wine producer or wine store owner usually … more
Dave Guffy, the winemaker for the Hess Collection has been winemaker at Hess Collection for over ten years. He has become known as a farmer’s farmer, whose eyes light up as he talks about strolling … more
Today's review is focused on the value end of the Chardonnay spectrum and what I found out there’s a lot to like, which is why I chose this wine to bring to your attention today, aside … more
This review is going to be about a "sparkling wine" from right here in California, Sonoma to be precise. This is a great Sparkling wine for your next holiday celebration or anytime. … more
This review in response to JR's review "Great Opportunity to Try Something New". Essentially Costco has put an American twist on the tried and true … more
Like most Kirkland (Costco) products, their wines are high quaity at a very reasonable price. I haven't been disappointed with any Kirkland wine I've tried. They seem to be continually trying to find … more
Costco's private label wines are great for a number of reasons, but in my opinion it allows you to experiment and try something new with the comfort and security of knowing you have the Kirkland brand … more
The Festival The Paso Robles Wine Festival is arguably the best wine festival in existence today. Located in the quaint rural town of Paso Robles the festival takes place in a great … more
The Wine Bloggers Conference of 2009 is where I had the opportunity to sample the 2006 Oroppas and prior to this I had only read of and heard about their reputation for making outstanding … more
For me, the way I drink red wine is as sinful as it gets (from the French perspective, that is!). Generally, I don't like the bitter and dry taste of wine. So, what do I do with all those bottles … more
The first time I've had a taste of icewine was in the Okanagen valley of Canada. In the beautiful city of Kelowna, I had my first taste of this amazing wine in a vineyard with the awesome view of … more
It was not until I found the Lunch.com review that I realized my favorite local wine store, K&L Wine Merchants, is a chain. The best part about K&L is that it has an anti-chain feel. … more