Grape Varietals Archives - Page 8 of 15

Bestheim Exception Pinot Noir Vertical Tasting 2014, 2015

Serge ZOct 29, 2020November 18, 20200

Pinot Noir is among the most sensitive grapes when it comes to terroir. Bestheim Exception Pinot Noir of 2014 and 2015 vintages is a shining

Del Rio Malbec 2017

Serge ZOct 21, 2020October 25, 20200

Have you ever tried Malbec from Oregon? Del Rio Malbec 2017 is Southern Oregon’s interpretation of this varietal. Originally from the Cahors region of France,

Viognier Still Life Dominio IV 2019

Serge ZOct 13, 2020October 15, 20200

Viognier Still Life Dominio IV 2019 reflects the winemaker’s artistic personality. Patrick Reuter, the winemaker, and the co-owner of Dominio IV, not just makes wines,

Bishop’s Ring Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2017

Serge ZOct 6, 2020October 15, 20200

Bishop’s Ring Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2017 is the case of “Oh, look. What’s that? Let’s try it!” When we shop for wine, we pay attention

American vs French Pinot Noir Tasting

Serge ZOct 1, 2020October 4, 20200

We love Pinot Noir and enjoy challenging American vs French Pinot Noir producers in one tasting. “Pinot Noir country. My grape. The one varietal that

Bryn Mawr Estate Chardonnay 2016

Serge ZSep 18, 2020September 29, 20200

I wonder if the grapes that went into Bryn Mawr Estate Chardonnay 2016 enjoyed the valley view from the hill the grew on as much

Tempranillo 1996 Tasting Rioja and Sardon de Duero

Serge ZSep 1, 2020November 20, 20200

Did you know that Spain annually competes with France and Italy for the top-producing country's title in the world? Despite Spain's long wine history, its wines

Kumeu Village Chardonnay 2017

Serge ZAug 27, 2020September 27, 20200

Kumeu Village Chardonnay 2017 comes from the producer who beat Burgundy at its own game. In 2014 London based distributor organized a blind tasting with

Garry Farrell Pinot Noir 2017

Serge ZAug 24, 2020September 27, 20200

2017 Gary Farrell Pinot Noir originates from the Russian River Valley, named for the east-west river that flows into the Pacific Ocean. It’s one of

2015 K The Deal Syrah

Serge ZAug 19, 2020September 27, 20200

2015 K The Deal Sundance Vineyard Syrah is another hit from K Vintners of Charles Smith. K Vintners Very few in the wine world have