Jean-Luc Colombo Les Abeilles Côtes du Rhône 2023

Smooth, juicy GSM, a simple, pleasing dark-fruit pour that works at its lower price point. You can do better in the GSM lane if you go for something priced $20 or more—and Jean-Luc Colombo has many such options—but there are times when good enough is good enough. Continue reading “Jean-Luc Colombo Les Abeilles Côtes du Rhône 2023”

Casadei Sogno Mediterraneo Blend Rosso, Toscana IGT 2022

Tuscan version of a Southern Rhône GSM (Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre), in this case dominated by Syrah. Serious dark fruit flavors. Not an accommodating easy-drinker, best deployed alongside hearty food after time in air. $20-28 Continue reading “Casadei Sogno Mediterraneo Blend Rosso, Toscana IGT 2022”