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Vionta AlbariñoA good example of this Spanish varietal. Tree fruit with a hint of almonds follows a distinct aroma of Thai basil and ends with a finish that turns up the …
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Pillar Box Red, Australia. Compared to Yellow Tail, this is the height of sophistication. Of course, that’s like saying Jessica Simpson is classier than Pam Anderson. This wine is pure silly …
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Bleasdale “Franks Potts Red” – This 89% Cab blend from the Land Down Under is rich and big and lush but still hangs together far better than you’d expect of an …
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Check out our wine reviews here or sign up for our wine newsletter. Wine ReviewsFind these wines here: The Wine FinderDomaine du Cayron Gigondas Spending over S30 may seem like a …
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Muscular RedsSince we’ve all been working out more here, we have found ourselves craving bigger bolder, more muscular wines. Now, this doesn’t mean high-octane fruit bombs necessarily (not that there’s anything …
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If you dream of jumping into the world of wine, now is a perfect time. A wine certification or even a diploma is the smartest way to launch your palate into …
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R Wines Shiraz “Luchador,” Barossa Maybe it’s our love of everything Jack Black ever commits to celluloid. But, whatever it is, this well-priced Shiraz offers everything you’d want in an affordable …
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Thomas Fogarty Gewurztraminer, MontereyYes, you read it right: Gewurztraminer from Monterey. Sounds odd, but this wine’s combination of perfume, fruit, and structure will make you a believer in no time.Cascabel Tempranillo …
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Sign up for our wine review newsletter. Finca de Arantei Albariño, Rias Baixas From the sweet spot of Spain’s Albariño production in the country’s northwest comes this crisp, gently melony white …
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Sign up for our Wine Newsletter Wine Reviews Mitolo Shiraz “Savitar,” Barossa Valley Finding its center of gravity somewhere between Aussie drama and Rhone-y gravitas, this cold-weather Shiraz is perfect for …
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Sign up for our wine newsletter here. Rolf Binder Viognier “Hovah,” Barossa Valley New World Viognier typically falls into two categories: The Good and The Ugly. This one carves out a …
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Paul Lehrner “Cuvée Claus,” MittelburgenlandThis blend of Zweigelt and Blaufrankisch exhibits all the berry and spice character you’d expect as well as a lighter frame that makes it all go down …
German Riesling Wine Reviews
Jakoby-Mathy Kinheimer Rosenberg Riesling Auslese “Eulenlay,” Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Quite a mouth-full both in name and in flavor. This is a super-friendly, surprisingly light-on-its-feet Auslese with pronounced notes of lychee and an almost …
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Sign up for our wine newsletter here. Grant Burge “Barossa Vine” Chardonnay. This is a steal. Aromas are of fresh apple and pear, with just a whiff of butter. Soft but …
Our First Wine Reviews
Some of our first wine reviews. Check out the pricing! Ravenwood 2002 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley$17.99 in PA ($25 outside PA) PLCB Code 13804A definite must-buy for Zin drinkers. …