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2016 Kavaklidere Angora Sultana Aegean (Turkey)

2016 Kavaklidere Angora Sultana Aegean (Turkey). I was very excited to try this one, as I’ve never had a Turkish wine before. Too bad this one was oxidized AF. Couldn’t even drink it. Poured it down the drain. Misplaced receipt, but I know I paid less than $15. -B

January 7, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

V is for Vino, the #1 rated wine-show on Amazon Prime, has new episode focusing on Oregon

100% Oregon episode explores breathtaking Oregon winemaking regions of the Willamette Valley, the Columbia Gorge and more…   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   LOS ANGELES, December 18, 2019 — V is for Vino, the #1 rated wine-show on Amazon Prime, released its much anticipated Season 2 on December 15th to both Amazon Prime and visforvino.com. The […]

January 7, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

SPI Group Appoints New Head of Wine Division Christophe Chauvet Serves as CEO of Tenute del Mondo Portfolio

New York, NY – SPI Group has appointed Christophe Chauvet as CEO of Tenute del Mondo, a collection of exceptional wine estates from around the world. SPI and Stoli Group, its spirits focused division, are global brand builders in the spirits industry and Tenute del Mondo was established to bring this expertise to the wine […]

January 7, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates announces appointment of Peter Click as Vice President of International Sales

WOODINVILLE, Wash. (January 3, 2020) – Ste. Michelle Wine Estates has announced the appointment of Peter Click as Vice President of International Sales. Click replaces longtime Ste. Michelle international sales chief Al Portney who recently retired after 25 years with the Washington-based winery.   “Peter has a deep understanding of the international wine trade and […]

January 6, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2012 Festa di Bacco from Afton Mountain Vineyards (Virginia)

2012 Festa di Bacco from Afton Mountain Vineyards (Virginia). 40% Sangiovese, 15% Cab Franc, 15% Petit Verdot, 30% Merlot. Earthy nose, and still lots of fruit on the palate. Dark black cherry, etc. Smooth & luscious….nice acidity and balance. Aging well (not available for sale anymore, I believe). -B

January 5, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Thorn-Clarke, Shotfire 2015 Barossa Shiraz – Unbalanced

Medium-bodied, shy on fruit and over-balanced on tannins and acid.  $16.99, Sonoma Whole Foods.

January 5, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Single Malts Rule! (No Surprise)

Daughter Katherine’s first acceptance for graduate work in archaeology came from the University of Edinburgh.   So, we figured she might want to learn a bit about Scotch. We bought every miniature bottle that BevMo had.   No surprise that the single malts took top honors. Macallan (empty bottle) took top honors. Chivas and John […]

January 3, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2017 Tikveš Rkaciteli Special Selection (Macedonia)

2017 Tikveš Rkaciteli Special Selection (Macedonia). Crisp apple, pear, and citrus. Clean and refreshing. My first time drinking a wine from Macedonia. So far, so good! Purchased for $12.99 from Triangle Wine Co in Morrisville, NC. -B

January 1, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Burgess Cellars 2015 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Vineyards

Outstanding! Medium-bodied, prominent cherry and cocoa notes with tight tannins, balanced oak and a crisp finish. Tasted at winery. SRP $70

December 23, 2019 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2018 William Hill Estate Winery Chardonnay (Central Coast, CA)

2018 William Hill Estate Winery Chardonnay (Central Coast, CA). Oaky nose, crisp fruitiness on the palate, followed by a buttery finish. A nice balance! Purchased on sale for $10.49 from Triangle Wine Co in Morrisville, NC.

December 22, 2019 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More