Winemaker Amy Butler has a passion—for Carignan, the ignominious grape widely planted in the South of France because its high yield enables an ocean of cheap
Tag: Paso Robles
Four Vines Petite Sirah “The Skeptic” Paso Robles 2011
I’ve always enjoyed Four Vines because their wines have personality which their marketing emphasizes with names such as Truant, Biker, and Maverick. Apparently, their new
Niner Wine Estates Twisted Spur 2009 Paso Robles
There is nothing wrong with a one-trick pony if it does the trick really well. This friendly, refreshing blend of Syrah, Cab Franc, Petite Sirah,
Wine Review: Cass Grenache 2010 Paso Robles
Paso Robles’ Rhone Rangers are known for their big, jammy, high toast blockbusters. Cass vineyards takes the opposite approach with this delicate grenache. Unsullied by
Bianchi Zinfandel 2009 Paso Robles
Inexpensive zinfandels usually have the finesse of a waddling duck in a leg splint. But Bianchi has managed to confound expectations. Round and fleshy but
Montagna Mare Opolo 2009
An intriguing blend of 60% sangiovese from the hillsides of East Paso Robles and 40% barbera from the cooler seaside, this hedonistic wine shows berries
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 