This week’s virtual trip around the world of sparklers takes me back to South Africa. Back in June I reviewed the NV Graham Beck Brut Rosé which I really enjoyed and heartily recommend. The eponymous Graham Beck was founded in 1983. The first sparkling wine was produced 8 years later in 1991. In 1994 Graham…
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A Rut-Buster White Wine from Greece – Assyrtiko
The beginning of school is around the corner, and sadly, summer is winding down. Isn’t it time to break out of the Chardonnay, Blanc, and Pinot Grigio rut? Are you dreaming of something other than the staycation? How about a virtual trip to Greece? A refreshingly different wine from the Greek Island of Santorini, Assyrtiko will…
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T.G.I.F. Bubbly – NV Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Cava
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T.G.I.F. Champagne and the like – Gruet Brut Rose Sparkling Wine
As Gomer Pyle would say “SUprise, SUprise – a sparkler from New Mexico! Gruet makes both Vintage, and Non-Vintage sparkling wine, and still wines. A family who previously made Champagne in France established it. While traveling through the Southwest in 1983, they fell in love with New Mexico and decided to produce sparkling wine here…
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What Are Livermore Valley Wines Lacking?
Almost each night, I have the pleasure of selecting a wine for the evening. It’s mostly based on the meal. Last night, dinner was Filipino-Style Marinated Grilled Steak, and I was in the mood for a red. I decided on the 2008 Steven Kent Fratello, a juicy blend of Barbera, Petit Verdot, and Merlot. …
T.G.I.F. Champagne and the like…NV Mionetto Prosecco Brut Treviso
Are you looking for a good value in bubbly? Try this youthful, fun, and economical Prosecco!
How To Spend $270,000 On Wine For Dinner Without Really Trying…
How to spend $270,000 on wine for a meal without really trying!