You can’t expect much from a relatively inexpensive wine. But you can expect enough aroma complexity to keep you interested, a pleasant texture, with a
Category: Wine Reviews
Bodegas Atalaya Laya Almansa 2014
This curious wine is from Gil Family Estates. A little bacon fat lurks behind the dark berry, pepper, and herbal notes against a background of
Jorge Ordonez Triton Mencia Bierzo 2014
Mencia is one of those long-neglected grapes that is finally receiving attention because innovative winemakers are learning how to work with it. Indigenous to Northwestern
Budget Wine: Badger Mountain Organic Riesling Columbia Valley 2014
I’m increasingly finding solid budget wines in the organic wine section of the supermarket. This one also boasts no added sulfites so if “natural” floats
Aging Report: Clos Du Bois Marlstone Alexander Valley 2004
If you’re wondering how over-oaked, overpriced Cabernet from Alexander Valley ages, well here is one data point. This still shows dark ruby in the glass
Budget Wine: Noble Vines 667 Pinot Noir Monterey County 2013
This is a simple, fruity wine but structured and refreshing—a good value. Black cherry with vanilla and nutmeg on the nose, it lacks complexity but
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 