Bordeaux, the most storied of wine regions, has lost some of its cred in recent years. Overpriced in all price ranges and having to compete
Category: Wine Reviews
Wine Review: Au Bon Climat Chardonnay Santa Barbara 2013
Au Bon Climat is one of the most reliable Santa Barbara producers of reasonably-priced wines. I adore their line up of Pinot Noir, so why
Bodegas Breca Garnacha de Fuego Old Vines Calatayud 2013
As usual, Spain comes through with great bargains. This Garnacha is made from 60-80 year old vines perched 3000 feet above sea level and dry-farmed
Wine Review: Piandaccoli Cosmus Chianti Riserva 2012
Italians are famous for liking wines with high acidity. But many Italian wines also have tantalizing bitter flavors that give them dimension and personality. This
Budget Wine: Gnarly Head Authentic Black Lodi 2013
This aims at a very particular flavor profile, concentrated, dark, in your face fruit and oak. A Petite Sirah based blend. Great intensity; nothing subtle.
Bonny Doon Vineyards Le Cigare Volant Reserve Bonbonne Santa Cruz 2010
One of my favorite wines from the incomparable Randall Grahm. Aromas of fresh red and blue berries with a riveting mineral undercurrent that seems to
