One of the great joys of wine tasting is discovering a little-known variety that provides a distinctive and memorable tasting experience. While I was poking
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Budget Wine: Beringer Bold and Balanced Cabernet Sauvignon NV Argentina
The quest for the best of the cheap continues. This one is not the best of anything but it has its virtues. Black cherry and
Wine Review: Scotto Family Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Lodi 2012
For everyday wines under $15 you can’t expect greatness—the economics of winemaking do not permit it. But what I look for are hints of originality,
Budget Wine: The Naked Grape Cabernet Sauvignon California NV
Courtesy of E.J. Gallo. Simple blackberry with earth undertones, smells like a cab. Fruit forward and very juicy on the palate, a smooth mouthfeel, with
Wine Review: Trisaetum Dry Riesling Ribbon Ridge Estate Willamette Valley 2013
Riesling is a bit of a mystery. Intensely aromatic, with bright fresh fruit, a rich mouthfeel, and bracing acidity, it should be everyone’s favorite white
Budget Wine: Algorithm Red Blend California NV
This is a mystery wine. There is a website with one wine and no information. It is vinted and bottled by WX Wine Company—no website,
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