We’re fascinated by novelty forever chasing the next new thing until innovation itself seems routine. And so when we encounter something old school, really old
Category: Budget Wines
Budget Wine: Honoro Vera Garnacha Calatayud 2012
Grenache is usually a blending grape in France, but across the border in Spain it is a standalone varietal producing rich, deeply concentrated wine, especially
Vino De Eyzaguirre “Wine in the Sack” Syrah Colchagua Valley 2012
Nostalgia is something to be avoided especially when what you long for is unworthy—such as a bottle of red wine enrobed in a straw basket.
Budget Wine: Skeleton Grüner Veltliner Burgenland 2013
Their marketing is clearly aimed at the dead among us. But if you’re feeling life slipping away this “gru-vee” will give you a reason to
Budget Wine Review: Guenoc Chardonnay 2013 California
Guenoc is Langtry Estates entry level wine which is now part of the Foley Family stable of wineries. It’s a widely available supermarket wine produced
L.A. Cetto Zinfandel Guadalupe Valley 2011
The Guadalupe Valley is producing some excellent wines especially in the premium price range. But the few bargain wines from that area that I’ve tasted
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 