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2018 Odfjell Armador Carménère (Chile). Violet and plum, olive and a mild spice. Smooth. Made with organically grown grapes. I liked it more as it had time to open up. Purchased on sale for $12.99 (originally $17.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B
2017 Cochon Old Vine Rosé (CA). 60% Cinsault, 30% Carignane, 10% Grenache Salmon pink color. Ginger and floral nose, juicy strawberry melon, citrus, and orange peel, with a slate finish. Unique and enjoyable! Purchased on sale for $18.99 from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B
NEWS RELEASE The chapter also celebrates the 30th anniversary of the organization with a Grand Event in Sonoma Napa, CA (February 12, 2020) –Women for WineSense Napa-Sonoma, the founding chapter for the national organization, welcomes six new board members and three coordinators to support the board. Consulting DTC Director and Hospitality Specialist, […]
2016 Fabre Montmayou Reserva Cabernet Franc (Mendoza, Argentina) Smoky blackberry, cherry, dark fruits. Earthy and dry, nice structure. Perhaps some rosemary or other herbs on the finish. Enjoyable! Purchased on sale for $12.99 from Great Grapes in Cary, NC (originally $16.99). -B
2019 Sea Pearl Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough, NZ) Tart grapefruit, coriander, and herbs. Mouth-watering acidity. Nice! Purchased on sale for $11.99 (originally $17.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B
NEWS RELEASE Dale Stratton Takes Helm as New President; Council Joins Forces with Nielsen for Significant New Consumer Research Study Napa Valley, CA, February 10, 2020 – Wine Market Council, a key source of data-driven wine consumer insights, has named Dale Stratton as its new president and announced a strategic new partnership for […]
Lemon/citrus, herbs, crisp and clean with a delicate effervescence. Enjoyed while Santa put presents under the tree this past Xmas. Purchased on sale for $14.99 (originally $17.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B
2014 Peterson Tollini Vineyard Zero Manipulation Red Wine (Mendocino) 68% Carignane, 15% Grenache, 11% Syrah, 6% Petite Sirah Sustainably farmed. No additives. Smooth, bright red fruits, tart acidity on the finish. Not bad! Purchased on sale for $18.70 from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B
NEWS RELEASE Ciatti Global Wine & Grape Brokers Comment (February 5, 2020, Novato, CA) – The California Department of Food and Agriculture will release the Grape Crush Report for 2019 harvest on Monday, February 10, 2020 at noon. The Ciatti Company will be supplying information regarding our interpretation and analysis of these […]
2017 Chateau Souverain Chardonnay (California). Toasted oak, pear, and butterscotch. Smooth and full-bodied. 13.9% abv. Decent! Purchased on sale for $9.99 (originally $20.99) from Lowe’s Foods in Cary, NC. -B