Category Archives: Reviews

My thoughts on recently tasted wines.

Grape of the Month: Zinfandel

Posted on September 15, 2010 by Barb

I’m so sick of white wine I could puke. I’m sick of drinking them, talking about them, looking at them, and selling them. Enough! It’s time to get down and dirty, to break out the big hefty reds, to start … Continue reading →

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Homecoming

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Barb

My husband and I bought a house this month.  It’s a beautiful four bedroom colonial about forty miles northwest of the city.   We’re living in a quiet neighborhood in a fairly small town, with not much around but trees … Continue reading →

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Les Fiefs de Lagrange 2005

Posted on August 5, 2010 by Barb

It’s a well-known fact that 2005 was an extremely good vintage in Bordeaux. Many have been calling it the best vintage in a generation. That is, until reports came in about 2009. But that’s another story. The truth is, in … Continue reading →

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El Nido 2007 “Clio”

Posted on July 10, 2010 by Barb

It’s no secret to my friends and colleagues that I am partial to Spanish wines.  Generally, I shop that aisle mainly for value; I find that, for my hard earned dollar, the wines from Spain have much more to offer … Continue reading →

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Grape of the Month: Verdejo

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Barb

We’re going to think a little outside the box this month.  We’re well into summer now; it’s hot and sticky, stormy, and just plain gross.  Plus we’re in the heart of bikini season, which means salads are the dish of … Continue reading →

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Domaine Charvin 2008 Á Côté

Posted on July 1, 2010 by Barb

Domaine Charvin usually puts out better than average wines.  The Á Côté is their entry level, declassified type vin de pays wine that is supposed to be immediately accessible.  In an effort to acquaint myself better with old world wines, … Continue reading →

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Mt Difficulty 2006 “Roaring Meg” Pinot Noir

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Barb

Until very recently, I’ve never had a pinot from New Zealand that impressed me.  Usually they’re thin, dull and consistently mediocre.  The fruit is underripe, there’s little complexity, and the minerality is dominating and sometimes downright offensive. I dislike this … Continue reading →

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Rosé Part Deux

Posted on June 14, 2010 by Barb

In April I posted about the wonderful world of dry rosé. Since then I have tasted quite a few 2009′s and am pleased to report on the overall success of this crop of salmon colored delights.  Here are my favorites … Continue reading →

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