Saintsbury is one of the classic Carneros producers releasing their first Pinot Noir in 1981. Today they make several cuvees, some single vineyard along with
Category: Wine Reviews
Budget Wine Review: Robert Mondavi Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon California 2014
Historic Robert Mondavi Winery, long noted for its vision of premium Napa wines, also makes the cheap stuff. And its very good for the price.
Wine Review: Burgess Cellars Petite Sirah Napa Valley 2012
Petite Sirah is a cross of Syrah and an obscure grape called Peloursin developed in France in the mid-19th Century where it is called Durif.
Wine Review: Rex Goliath Cabernet Sauvignon NV American
This week we have the third place finisher in the head-to-head assessment of supermarket Cabernet—the Rex Goliath from Constellation Brands. It finished just barely ahead
Wine Review: Ferrari-Carano Prevail Back Forty Alexander Valley 2006 Aging Report
Does “prevail” refer to a wine that is built to age? It’s an appropriate moniker for this wine, which shows no sign of fading 10
Battle of Budget Cabs: Barefoot Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon California NV
It’s time for a battle of the budget Cabs: a head to head assessment of Columbia Crest, Rex Goliath, Mondavi, and Barefoot. In a blind
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 