2006 Domaine de La Reynardiere Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Murviel
Simple. Straight-forward. Sip-able. This is the wine you'd expect if you found yourself enjoying a simple meal in a brasserie in southern France's Languedoc region. Having quiche? Have a glass of this!
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Oy yeah, Oyster Bay!
2007 Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc
From New Zealand's acclaimed Marlborough region, this Sauvignon Blanc delivers. It's generally around $12, so a bit more than some of its counterparts (notably Monkey Bay), but if you're having, for instance, a pasta dish with shrimp and garlic, it's worth the extra couple of bucks.
Note: If you like a more tangy Sauvignon Blanc, try one from Australia.
From New Zealand's acclaimed Marlborough region, this Sauvignon Blanc delivers. It's generally around $12, so a bit more than some of its counterparts (notably Monkey Bay), but if you're having, for instance, a pasta dish with shrimp and garlic, it's worth the extra couple of bucks.
Note: If you like a more tangy Sauvignon Blanc, try one from Australia.
Thursday, August 21, 2008
More Monastrell Please
2006 Ole Monastrell by Salvador Poveda
At $8.99 a bottle, this is a total steal. It's got a lot of berry and then, all of a sudden, it's nothin' but pepper. But in a good way. Try it with truffle infused cheese. You will not be disappointed.
At $8.99 a bottle, this is a total steal. It's got a lot of berry and then, all of a sudden, it's nothin' but pepper. But in a good way. Try it with truffle infused cheese. You will not be disappointed.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
So, So Sangiovese
2006 Cavatappi Sangiovese
From Washington's Wahluke Slope, this is a wine made to sip while slurping spaghetti or munching on pizza. It needs to be decanted or at least opened for awhile as it's a bit tight when you first open it, but it really opens up and when it does, it's a treat. At 14.5% alcohol by volume one might want to pay attention to how many glasses one enjoys, but whatever glasses you do consume will be well enjoyed.
From Washington's Wahluke Slope, this is a wine made to sip while slurping spaghetti or munching on pizza. It needs to be decanted or at least opened for awhile as it's a bit tight when you first open it, but it really opens up and when it does, it's a treat. At 14.5% alcohol by volume one might want to pay attention to how many glasses one enjoys, but whatever glasses you do consume will be well enjoyed.
Cab + Carmenere = Yummy!
2004 Jardin Valle de Colchagua, Chile
90% cabarnet sauvignon and 10% carmenere, this is bold, bold, bold, without being annoying and in yer face. Chile is increasingly known for its Carmenere's and, although this isn't a classic example of the grape since there's only a little bit in there, it shows what it can do, even standing up to the noblest of grapes.
90% cabarnet sauvignon and 10% carmenere, this is bold, bold, bold, without being annoying and in yer face. Chile is increasingly known for its Carmenere's and, although this isn't a classic example of the grape since there's only a little bit in there, it shows what it can do, even standing up to the noblest of grapes.
A+ with Asian
2007 Chateau St. Michelle Dry Reisling
If you're having Thai or Vietnamese, look no further than this tasty -- and oh so cheap! -- little number. It's got peach and mandarine, with a nice, clean finish. It's slight sweetness is the perfect counterpoint to the spiciness of Southeast Asian cuisine.
If you're having Thai or Vietnamese, look no further than this tasty -- and oh so cheap! -- little number. It's got peach and mandarine, with a nice, clean finish. It's slight sweetness is the perfect counterpoint to the spiciness of Southeast Asian cuisine.
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