*Disclaimer: I received this wine as a sample from Rodney Strong Vineyards Rodney Strong, in my humble opinion produces some really great wines at some really great values. I’ve always enjoyed their Charlotte’s Home Sauvignon Blanc and many of their Chardonnays. I think they really shine with their Reserve Pinot Noir though, and I was [...]
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*Disclaimer: I received this wine as a sample from Hahn Family Wines Grenache is one of those grapes I wish people would pay more attention to, as it makes some wonderfully aromatic wines that I just adore. I know it’s scary to try new things but I urge everyone to go out this year and [...]
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*Disclaimer: I received this wine as a sample from Cornerstone Cellars. What better way to celebrate the winter than with a nice hearty red? I can’t really think of one. Especially when it’s Syrah. I love Syrah. And I really enjoy finding new ones to savor, which is exactly what I got in this bottle [...]
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Disclaimer: I received this wine as a sample from F. Wildman. Strike that. This wine is not a typical GSM blend. It’s missing the M, the Mourvedre. The 2007 Paul Jaboulet Aine Parallele 45 from the Cotes du Rhone is 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah. It had a real cork closure, clocked in at 14% [...]
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Now that my daughter is here, and I know what year she arrived in, it’s time to start thinking about the wines I intend to buy and store for her 21st birthday. I don’t normally buy wines to keep for that long, I’m more of the drink within 4-5 years of purchasing type of person, [...]
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