At times I struggle to find the right balance on this site. My personal interest lead me down the path of more obscure, unique and interesting wines. But I know that many readers come here just wanting to find recommendations on something simple they can pick up at their local shop, wherever that shop is. […]
Reviews
Raats Original Chenin Blanc
As I mentioned in my last review, I’ve become a fan of chenin blanc over the past year. Particularly those from South Africa. This one comes from Raats Family Wines in Stellenbosch — a producer I recently praised for their super-tasty Red Jasper cabernet franc blend. In that review I mentioned that Raats specializes in […]
Indaba Chenin Blanc – Zesty & Tasty
Over the past year I’ve become a big fan of chenin blanc from South Africa. And while I’ve enjoyed it a number of times over the past year, I just realized that I haven’t yet posted any chenin blanc reviews. It’s time to change that. Chenin blanc originates from the Loire Valley in France, but […]
Livio Felluga Collio Pinot Grigio – Elegant & Balanced
When it comes to Italian white wines, Friuli is definitely a region worth getting to know. It’s in the northeast corner of the country and creates some of the best white wines in Italy, particularly if you like crisp, vibrant white wines. Livio Felluga is, in their words, “regarded as the patriarch of viticulture and […]
Raats Family Wines, Red Jasper – Velvety-delicious!
Last year I discovered that I have an affinity for South African wines. I reviewed a number of them and, quite frankly, I’ve been blown away by the extraordinary values that can be found there. Since then, a couple of my friends have visited South Africa and have told me that I must visit because […]
3 Spells Cabernet Sauvignon – Magical
Once again, I’m breaking my own rules and writing about a wine that’s a little more expensive than my $20 target price. Sorry about that. On the bright side, it is a delicious wine. This cabernet sauvignon comes from Spelletich Family Winery in Napa, California. The wine, however, is from Sonoma Valley. I’ve reviewed a […]
Kim Crawford Spitfire Sauvignon Blanc – Amazing!
I know I’ve raved about Kim Crawford sauvignon blanc before, such as here and here. Those reviews have been about their entry-level sauvignon blanc, which I would say is one of the best bargains out there. It’s reliably delicious and affordable. I have some friends who refer to it as their “glass of Kim” every […]
Hardys William Hardy Shiraz – Bursting with Berries
Following up from the last review, I wanted to post a review for another tasty shiraz. This one comes from Hardys, a family winery with 160+ years of history in South Australia. Like many wine producers, Hardys has a few different lines of wines and this one is from their William Hardy line. This line […]
Chateau Tanunda Grand Barossa Shiraz – Full of Character
I’ll admit, I’m not a big shiraz guy. When I was younger, I was more drawn to shiraz but in the last few years I just find them to be too jammy. I don’t know if it’s just me or if the style of shiraz is getting more aggressive. But I do still find some […]
Wild Horse Winery Central Coast Merlot
A few months ago, I reviewed the Wild Horse Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon and noted then how the winery was one that started small (literally in a plastic tub) and grew over time. And like many wineries they’ve gotten to a point where they offer a few different tiers of wines. The “Central Coast” lineup […]