Plying the bargain bins and bottom shelves of supermarkets is a frustrating, occasionally rewarding task. The McManis Merlot is one of those rewards. Precise, pretty
Category: Wine Reviews
Wine Review: Ramona Ranch Symphony Ramona Valley AVA 2013
Newly emerging wine regions are intriguing because they are not bound by tradition and can experiment with new ways of doing things. And so as
Budget Wine: Vinedos Marchigue Panul Carménère Colchagua Valley 2013
As is typical with Carménère, the nose is peculiar but interesting—reticent red berry, subdued by minty, herbal notes and a bit of coffee in the
Bodegas Hermanos Perez Pascuas Vinas Pedrosa Ribera Del Duero Crianza 2010
The wines of Ribero del Duero, part of the Castilla y Leon region north of Madrid, tend to be sturdy and tough with an uncompromising
Budget Wine: Banfi Centine Toscana 2010
Banfi is justly famous for revitalizing the reputation of Brunello di Montalcino, one of Tuscany’s storied wines. Centine, a blend of 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet
Aging Report: Vega Sicilia Unico Gran Reserva Ribero del Duero 1998
This is one of the world’s iconic wines, perhaps the most highly regarded Spanish wine, and mentioned in the same breath with Bordeaux Premier Crus
