Each week, I spotlight a wine that leaves a lasting impression—whether for its unique personality, compelling story, or the pure pleasure it brings to the glass. This week, that honor goes to the 2023 Tablas Creek Dianthus, a serious and gastronomic rosé that effortlessly commands attention and leaves a lasting impression. Tablas Creek Vineyards Tablas Creek Vineyard…
Tag: Cinsault
Wine of the Week; 2019 Two Shepherds Blanc de Cinsault Ancient Vine Bechtold Vineyard
This week, I had the pleasure of sharing a post on my Instagram page for #OldVineDay, where I showcased this remarkable wine. However, due to the limited character count, I couldn’t provide all the details about the magical Bechtold Vineyard in Lodi. So, I am excited to share more information about this vineyard, along with…
Wine of the Day: 2018 Birichino Cinsault Pétulant Naturel Bechthold Vineyard
This is a seriously fun Pét-nat that was a joy to drink! For the uninitiated, Pét-nat, or Méthode Ancestrale, is a method of sparkling wine production used all over the world. Unlike traditional-method sparkling wines, like Champagne, which add sugar and yeast to dry, still wine in order trigger a second fermentation and produce bubbles, pét-nat…
Lodi Chronicles: Legendary Ancient Vine Bechthold Vineyard
There is one ancient vine vineyard – Bechthold Vineyard that stands apart from the rest. Last week, I shared with you that writing this blog for the last six years has led me to some unexpected opportunities. I’ve been a correspondent for the American Winery Guide, writing reviews of wineries, for a couple of years…
#DrinkPink Rosé of the Week; 2013 Domaine de Triennes Rosé
Summer is officially here! Rosé season is in full bloom, although truth be told, it’s Rosé season for me pretty much year-round for me! With that in mind, I’m cranking up my annual series of weekly “Drink Pink!“ Rosé tastings. It’s my quest for the best Pink Porch Pounders for $20 or less! This week’s rosé is…
#DrinkPink Rosé of the Week: 2013 Charles & Charles Syrah Rosé
It’s April and for me that means, it’s the unofficial opening of Rosé season (truth be told it’s Rosé season for me pretty much year-round)! With that in mind, I’m cranking up my annual series of weekly “Drink Pink!“ Rosé tastings. It’s my quest for the best Pink Porch Pounders $20 or less! This week’s Rosé is the 2013 Charles & Charles Syrah…
#DrinkPink Rosé of the Week: 2012 Domaine de la Mordorée Rosé La Dame Rousse
Yes, it’s still that time of year… Yes, it’s Rosé season (which is year-round in my book; granted most folks don’t see it that way)!. With that in mind, I’ve embarked upon a series of weekly “Drink Pink!“ Rosé tastings. This week’s Rosé is the 2012 Domaine de la Modorée La Dame Rousse Tavel Rosé. The Winery Domaine de la Mordorée is…
2013 Rhone Rangers Grand Tasting- The Best of Rhone Rosés
I attended, as media guest, the 16th annual “Celebration of American Rhone Wines” in San Francisco, at Fort Mason Center last weekend. Rhone Rangers is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the Rhone varietal wines produced in the U.S. The two-day event featured a Winemaker Dinner on Friday catered by The Girl and The Fig. The dinner also featured…
Wine of the Week; 2011 Bonny Doon Vin Gris de Cigare
Every Thursday I feature a wine I particularly enjoy, whether it’s something new and different, is a great value, or from a producer worth checking out. For this week, my Wine Of The Week is the 2011 Bonny Doon Vineyard Vin Gris de Cigare The Winery Bonny Doon Vineyard, located in Santa Cruz, CA was established in 1983…
Drink Pink…Top 10 Rosés!
Drink Pink…My top 10 Rosés!