A snowy Winter has me indoors doing intriguing puzzles and sipping amazing wines! This beautiful Winter sunset is so spiritual and full of promise for the next day. But I am not waiting until tomorrow to enjoy this Fenn Valley Winery Barrel Select Meritage from Michigan tho! The 2017 Meritage is a blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon
Read moreI am thoroughly enjoying the 2014 Nota Bene Cellars Red Blend from the Ciel Du Cheval Vineyard in the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State! An enticing blend of 39% Cabernet Franc, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 29% Merlot all grown on the Ciel Du Cheval Vineyard. Aged 22 months in export style French oak barrels truly brings out complexities and
Read moreI have always loved experiencing red blend wines because I feel it expresses what the winemaker thought was the best wine possible with the grapes they had available. To me, these blended wines are the “Winemaker’s Signature” since they adapted the wine to the flavors they enjoy. Today I am sipping the Cuvaison “Prince & Pedro” Red Blend Brandlin Vineyard
Read moreIn Latin, the word “Audax” means to be “bold and daring” but the word also refers to a long distance cycling event. So in wine terms, this could be a bold and daring wine in style and flavor but with a long distance finish! The grapes for this epic 2014 red wine came from a 95 acre vineyard on Howell
Read moreChateau Castegens has historical roots dating back to 1453 with an awe inspiring castle and a beautiful vineyard. Superb wines are still being produced to this day like this inviting red blend of 80% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon! In my glass, deep ruby red in color. Aromas of ripe plum, cranberry, tobacco, and oak. Medium to
Read moreThe region of Bordeaux, France has been known for producing many excellent wines over the years. Elegant red wines and vibrant whites are always worth stocking up on but have you ever experienced a sparkling wine from Bordeaux? Bordeaux has been creating wonderful sparkling wines for almost 100 years and are usually called a “Crémant”. The word “Crémant” signifies a
Read moreThis year’s Virginia Governor’s Cup Gala was celebrated at the newly renovated Richmond Main Street Train Station which gave the feel of elegance and history! The last time I was at a train station, I was running through to catch my train before it left without me! But this was an evening of excitement and camaraderie and was to be
Read moreThis was a night of celebration and sorrow. Celebration because this is an amazing, quality wine that I have been looking forward to opening and rejoicing in! Sorrow because it was my last bottle of Thirty Bench Cabernet Franc 2012 and the winery is sold out. Hope and patience that upcoming vintages will be available soon, but for now, I
Read moreI just Love Summer with all its sounds, smells, and flavors! The feeling of sand between your toes, the smell of BBQ in the air, and the taste of a vibrant, chilled wine. Speaking of chilled wine, here is an amazing Rosé that is sure to beat the sultry, Summer heat! From Keuka Springs Winery in the Finger Lakes, NY,
Read moreDedicated to the Hawks migration across Southwestern Canada, this red blend is just as exciting! A sumptuous Bordeaux blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc will make your senses take flight. Deep garnet in color with aroma’s of ripe red berries, red licorice, and cedar. Across the palate, full bodied and bold but with a nice velvety texture. Flavors
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