Tim Lemke

Hey Mambo Dry Rosé – Crisp and Refreshing

July 2, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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If you’re a regular reader here you probably already know that I’m a fan of dry rosé wines (among a number of other wine styles). OK, I’m a fan of pretty much all kinds of wine. But I think rosé is often overlooked, yet it can be a fun, enjoyable wine with character. And this […]

Cabernet Sauvignon

Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon – Not Cheap, But Amazing!

June 22, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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Although my primary focus on this website is inexpensive wines (it’s in the name of the site after all), I sometimes have an opportunity to taste wines that don’t fit in the “cheap” categorization. And every now and then I think all wine lover’s should taste the “good stuff.” After all, these are the wines that […]

Californian Wine

Apothic Red – Popular for a Reason

June 15, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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I’ve written about previous vintages of Apothic Red and it’s a consistently popular wine among everyday wine drinkers. I’ve had a few folks ask me about the recent vintage lately, so I thought I’d revisit this one with the 2012 vintage. This wine is a fruit bomb. The aromatics are filled with strawberry, raspberry, plum and […]

Cabernet Sauvignon

Handcraft, Artist Collection, Cabernet Sauvignon – Like Cherries & Chocolate

June 8, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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A few weeks ago I wrote about the Handcraft Inspiration Red, a tasty little red blend. So I thought I’d check out another wine from the Handcraft family, their cabernet sauvignon. I come across a lot of people who love cabernet sauvignon and for many it is their “go to” red wine. Like many wines, it […]

Californian Wine

Wolfgang Puck Master Lot Reserve Red Blend

June 2, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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I’ll admit it. When I first saw this wine, I didn’t have high expectations. After all, Wolfgang Puck isn’t known for wine, he’s a restauranteur — and a master at leveraging his personal brand to sell stuff. And while I’m sure he’s a talented chef (after all he had to have some credibility to build […]

Italian Wine

Bolla Extra Dry Prosecco – A Bubbly Bargain

May 28, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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In my last review, I revisited a wine brand that used to be a regular for me (back when I was in my twenties), Bolla. It’s a brand that offers plenty of decent wines at bargain prices, but for whatever reason it’s also a brand that I haven’t given a lot of love in the […]

Italian Wine

Bolla Creso – Powerfully Delicious

May 22, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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In my early days of wine discovery, Bolla was one of my “go to” brands. I was young and didn’t have a big wine budget, and Bolla offered some wines that were good for a bargain hunter like me. And while I don’t drink Bolla very often these days, I still have a nostalgic appreciation […]

New Zealand Wine

Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc – Crisp & Refreshing

May 13, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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Summertime is fast approaching and bringing warmer weather. And when it comes to enjoying wine in the summer, I love crisp, tropical whites like sauvignon blanc. Like many wines, sauvignon blanc can vary depending on where it’s grown and the vinification techniques. But most people I know who enjoy sauvignon blanc like it to be […]

Californian Wine

Handcraft Inspiration Red Wine – Intensely Aromatic

May 11, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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I’ve been saying for the last few years that red blends are where it’s at when it comes to getting rich, flavorful wines at bargain prices. And the number of California red blends on the market has been exploding recently. This is a relatively new one from Handcraft Wines. Although you don’t see it mentioned […]

Californian Wine

R8 Wine Co. Chardonnay – Simply Good

May 6, 2014 Tim Lemke 0

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For a guy who is not that into chardonnay, I’ve found myself writing about a lot of chardonnay lately. It’s not that I have anything against it, it’s just that exciting to me as a wine varietal. But I’ve had some good chardonnay, some great chardonnay and some bad chardonnay over the years. This one […]

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