One of the true joys of drinking wine is the opportunity to discover new varietals. For me the Monica grape is one such discovery. Seldom
Category: Wine Reviews
Review: 2004 Michel and Stephane Ogier Lancemont, Cote Rotie
I tasted this wine at a blind tasting under conditions that did not allow me to spend an entire evening with the wine as I
Wine Review: Star Lane Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2009
The aroma and bouquet is typical California Sauvignon Blanc—a core of tropical fruit on a bed of citrus with plenty of ginger to spice things
San Diego Wines: Orfila Syrah Estate Ambassador’s Reserve 2008
Right out of the bottle, the nose shows black plum melding sinuously with high-toast oak and hints of tobacco—a lovely first impression. With some aeration,
Wine Review: Francis Coppola Alicante Bouschet 2008
Alicante Bouschet is an obscure grape although it was widely planted in the U.S during prohibition and has some acreage today in the South of
San Diego Wines: Bernardo Winery 2009 Primativo
Bernardo Winery, San Diego’s oldest operating winery, anchors a charming village of shops, cafes, and galleries. But their 2009 Primativo wins the charm competition. DNA
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 