As we savor spring’s sweet kiss, greening grass and trees, eruptions of flowers both wild and garden-grown, our thoughts turn to sipping on the patio, picnicking in the park. Continue reading “Sparkling cocktails”
Tag: winemaking
13 Celsius Sauvignon Blanc 2015
Light golden straw color; lively citrus nose; lemon-lime, grapefruit, green apple, citrus, peach on the palate. Continue reading “13 Celsius Sauvignon Blanc 2015”
Qupé A Modern White Central Coast 2014
Light golden yellow color with hint of green; floral nose; pear, some citrus, spice, apple on the palate. Continue reading “Qupé A Modern White Central Coast 2014”
Ulises Valdez Lancel Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir 2010
Dark garnet-burgundy red color; delightful nose with some forest floor mixed with cherry, black and red currents; blackberry, dark cherry, plum on the palate; Continue reading “Ulises Valdez Lancel Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir 2010”
Insurrection Shiraz-Cab Sauv 2014
Garnet color with slight translucence; rich red fruit, plum on the nose; big fruit—red cherry, plum, red berries, raspberry, toasty oak, chocolate, spice, pepper, on the palate. Continue reading “Insurrection Shiraz-Cab Sauv 2014”
Madeira
Madeira may be most famous wine you’ve never tasted. Continue reading “Madeira”
Jeff Runquist 1448 Amador County Sierra Foothills Red Wine 2013
Dark garnet-red color; black raspberry, cherry, plum, oak, spice on the nose; dark fruit, touch of sweetness, toasty oak on the palate; Continue reading “Jeff Runquist 1448 Amador County Sierra Foothills Red Wine 2013”
Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie 2014
Light golden color; fresh lemon, lime, hint of apple on the nose; lemon predominates on the palate thanks to the superb, crisp acidity that will make this a winner with salads—the wine almost compels you to enjoy a garden salad on a beautiful spring evening. Continue reading “Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie 2014”
Martoccia di Brunelli Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2006
Dark garnet-red color; dark cherry, licorice, spice, leather on superb nose; red and dark and sour cherries galore, raspberry, tobacco, spice, minerals on the palate. Continue reading “Martoccia di Brunelli Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2006”