Chardonnay is the world’s most well-known white variety and is grown all over the world. However, I found a couple of French Chardonnays from areas not known for Chardonnay and compared them to two Chardonnays from regions more well-known for this variety. Continue reading
Category: Reviews
Wine Review: Aging Beaujolais
Can we age Beaujolais? Let’s check out a 10 year old Beaujolais to find out. Continue reading
Wine Review: Burgundian Sauvignon Blanc
There’s an appellation in the region of Burgundy that specializes in Sauvignon Blanc. Have you tried Saint-Bris before? Continue reading
Wine Review: Unfortified Sherry
Have you tried unfortified Sherry before? Let’s taste what they’re like. Continue reading
Wine Review: Blanc de Noirs Grenache
Although I’ve had several Grenache Blanc (Garnacha Blanca) wines, I just tried my first Blanc de Noirs Grenache white. Continue reading
Wine Review: West Coast American Pinot
Can a Washington State Pinot hold its own versus classic producers from Sonoma and the Willamette Valley? Continue reading
Wine Review: Bargain Blockbuster Bordeaux?
Bordeaux produces so much wine that there are bargains at every price point that punch above their price tag. Let’s look at a few highly rated ones. Continue reading
Wine Review: Barolo v. Xinomavro
Nebbiolo is one of my favorite varieties in the world, and Barolo does it the best. However, it’s not cheap, so I’m always on the lookout for cheaper Nebbiolo alternatives or cheaper varieties that are similar. Many wine experts have compared Greek Xinomavro to Nebbiolo. Let’s see if this comparison is apt. Continue reading
Wine Review: Mallorcan Red
This Spanish island has its own wine history that’s still waiting to be discovered. Continue reading
Wine Review: Cool Climate Shiraz
I’m a big fan of cool climate Syrah more than Syrah from warmer areas. Australia has a reputation for warmer, riper, rounder Shiraz from South Australia. However, there are regions with cool climate Shiraz in Australia as well. Continue reading