Old vines are prized because they produce richer more flavorful grapes although at a much reduced yield. I’m not sure how Bogle makes reasonably priced
Category: Wine Reviews
Aging Report: Fontana Candida “Luna Mater” Frascati Superiore 2009
Italian white wines have a mixed reputation. Some people love them; others think they lack aromatic intensity and are innocuous. I’ve had a few that
Budget Wine: Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin Lodi 2013
These old vines still have some life. A compelling nose of sweet oak and dark, concentrated fruit with some coriander spice and a hint of
Wine Review: Four Wines from Sicily
The wines of Sicily have long had a bad reputation. Cut off from the rest of Italy with a distinctive culture all its own, Sicily
Budget Wine: Quinton Estates Cabernet Sauvignon California 2013
Caveat Emptor. Black cherry, bell pepper, with a little barnyard on the nose, odd for a California Cab. In the mouth, the wine is sour
Wine Review: Sieur d’Arques Toques et Clochers Crémant de Limoux NV Sparkling Wine
I am still boycotting Champagne due their trade association’s shabby treatment of the blogger Champagne Jayne. Most people boycott Champagne because of the price tag.
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 