Barone Ricasoli 2002 Campo Ceni Sangiovese

26Oct06

This was a random pick for me. I did not even realize it was Sangiovese. I thought it was Chianti. I bought it because of the price (<$10) and the description seemed promising. The wine was not a disappointment and I will go back for more. This could make for a good Italian house wine.
My [...]

Filed under: $03-$10, Italian Wines, No Thumbs, Sangiovese   |  2 Comments

Peter Lehmann Clancy’s 2003 Barossa

25Oct06

Peter Lehmann wines from Australia are a valuable treat. They are rich, dependable, and flavorful. Clancy’s is a rendition of sorts that combines Shiraz, Cab, and Merlot. A smooth red with much to offer. Typically priced around $18, I recommend this wine for special guests or when you and the lady want to kick back [...]

Filed under: $16-$20, Australian Wines, Barossa Region, Cabernet Sauvignon, Combination, Merlot, Syrah-Shiraz, Two Thumbs Up   |  1 Comment

Wine Tasting Event Thursday Oct 26 @ 6 p.m.

25Oct06

Thursday October 26, 2006 at 6:15 p.m. is my first official wine tasting event. It is being held at my house. The cost is $35 per person. Each attendee will get to taste a variety of wines plus bring home a bottle. Although it is too late now to purchase a ticket, I wanted to [...]

Filed under: $11-$15, $16-$20, $31-$50, Australian Wines, Barossa Region, Bordeaux Region, Cabernet Sauvignon, California Wines, Combination, Events, French Wines, House Wines, Libournais, Merlot, Pomerol, Syrah-Shiraz, U.S. Wines, Wine Tastings   |  Leave a Comment

Grant Burge Barossa Vines 2004 Shiraz

25Oct06

This is my new house wine, well, for as long as the cases last. I live in PA and this is the first I have seen of it. The cashier at the Wine & Spirits store told me when I was buying it that it was a great wine for the price and was selling [...]

Filed under: $11-$15, Australian Wines, Barossa Region, House Wines, Syrah-Shiraz, Thumbs Up   |  1 Comment

Francis Coppola Diamond Collection 2004 Syrah-Shiraz

24Oct06

The Coppola Diamond Collection is a step up from the Rosso wines. Typically priced between $12-$18, this collection is a great buy for the buck. The Syrah-Shiraz has the green label. This was my first venture into Coppola wines all together not more than a few months ago and I was pleasantly surprised.
Peculiarly, I avoided [...]

Filed under: $16-$20, California Wines, Syrah-Shiraz, Thumbs Up, U.S. Wines   |  Leave a Comment

2000 Pomerol Bordeaux, Chateau Grange-Neuve

24Oct06

This is a soft red wine. It is oaky and musty and has the French signature all over it. I recommend it only for the patient and sophisticated wine drinker. Priced in the low $30’s, you will not get your money’s worth if you do not know how to look deep into the subtly of [...]

Filed under: $31-$50, Bordeaux Region, French Wines, Libournais, Merlot, Pomerol, Thumbs Up   |  3 Comments

Francis Coppola Rosso Classic 2004

24Oct06

Coppola Rosso wines are a solid choice for almost any occasion. The Classic is no exception. Read the label on the back of the bottle and you will know why you can trust this vinter and this wine:
“My family has always made wine. To hear it from my Unclie Mikey, these were not fancy wines, [...]

Filed under: $11-$15, Cabernet Sauvignon, California Wines, Combination, House Wines, Syrah-Shiraz, Thumbs Up, U.S. Wines, Zinfandel   |  3 Comments