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Avinyó Gran Reserva Cava 2014 “La Ticota Selecció”

Serge ZDec 20, 2022January 3, 20230

Avinyó Gran Reserva Cava 2014 “La Ticota Selecció” is a rare artisanal bubbly from Spain that we made part of our Annual Sabrage Party. In

Vigneto Saetti RossoViola 2021

Serge ZDec 19, 2022December 20, 20220

2021 Vigneto Saetti RossoViola is the most stunning Lambrusco we have ever tried. It can hardly be mistaken for any other. Vigneto Saetti Story Vigneto

Salad Olivier. The Wineswinging Version

LanaDec 15, 20220

Salad Olivier is a famous holiday dish for many people from post-USSR countries. Usually, Salad Olivier is prepared and served for dinner on New Year’s

Baron Philippe de Rothschild Chateau d’Armailhac 2016

Serge ZDec 13, 2022December 15, 20220

Based on raving reviews of wine critics, we had high expectations for Baron Philippe de Rothschild Chateau d’Armailhac 2016. Having tried it a couple of

Paul O’Brien Dolcetto 2017

LanaDec 6, 2022December 6, 20220

First time we tasted Paul O’Brien Dolcetto 2017 at their winery in Roseburg, and our first impression was that this wine is for fall! Autumn

Spier Seaward Chenin Blanc

Serge ZDec 1, 2022December 6, 20220

We wondered what inspired Spier Seaward Chenin Blanc’s name. It all became clear as we tasted the wine. Coming from one of the first vineyards

Louis Roederer Brut Rosé “La Rivière” 2015

Serge ZNov 29, 2022December 6, 20220

Vintage Champagnes are always fun, and the 2015 Louis Roederer Brut Rosé “La Rivière” is among the top reasons we love them. Why? You might

Wineswinging at Celilo Restaurant

Serge ZNov 18, 2022December 6, 20220

Celilo restaurant in Hood River town on the Oregon bank of Columbia River is another exception to the rule that foodies can find cuisine with

Renieri Brunello di Montalcino

Serge ZNov 11, 2022November 11, 20220

When we tasted Renieri Brunello di Montalcino 2013, we understood (once again) why Brunellos are in the Noble category of Italian wines. Made from Sangiovese,