Archive for March 21st, 2008

3 Red Wines, 3 Different Styles

Posted in March 21st, 2008

by Ray in Amador County, Barbera, California, Lodi

Montevina Amador County 2005
This has been a consistent good value in California Barbera, showing a light-bodied, fruit forward style. P&B in Plymouth 13.5% $7.49 at Bottle Barn Montevina
Michael & David 7 Deadly Zins Old Vine Zin 2006
This wine has been a consistent oak bomb on the soft and plush side. V&B in Graton. 14.5% $12.99 [...]

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3 White Wines, 3 Different Styles

Posted in March 21st, 2008

by Ray in California, Carneros, Chardonnay, Monterey County, Riesling, Russian River Valley, Sauvignon Blanc

Tasting through this flight of 3 can give you a sense of your favorite style of white wine. Perhaps you love the full on acidity of the Hanna, prefer the richness of the Benziger or find the light sweetness of the Lohr most appealing. Like me, you may enjoy them all, at different times and [...]

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