If there is one thing wine connoisseurs go crazy about nowadays, it is from a type of wine that does not seem to be noticed until now. Moscato d’Asti is a lightly sparkling sweet wine with most brands packaged in blue bottles. The wine originated from the mountaintop village of Asti, located about 30 miles […]
Know Your Wine with this Varietal Table
Can’t figure out what to gift a friend who is crazy over wines? How about this Wine Grape Varietal Table by Steve and Deborah De Long? It looks like the periodic table of elements, which we used to study back in Chemistry class, but this time it categorizes the different wine grape varieties all over […]
Unusual Wine and Food Pairings
Not everybody knows that wine goes best with meat, whether it is dark meat like beef or light meat like fish. Because of this, you cannot blame people when they pair wine with the oddest foods. However, if you are interested to watch a home movie while eating popcorn and drinking a glass of wine, […]
Foppiano Vineyards “Lot 96” California Red Wine
This dark purple wine comes with ruby-like glints. As it swirls in the glass, the nose is filled with aromas of plums, cherries, and black fruits that can also be felt on the palate with fresh acidity and a distinct edge of tannins. Overall, it is a simple red wine that is designed to make […]
Sushi and Wine
Contrary to popular belief, sushi is not just about raw fish (that would be sashimi). It signifies anything that is placed on sushi rice. Although raw fish is commonly seen on sushi, certain regions in Japan specializes in placing other meats on sushi like bacon and even horse meat. Thus, pairing sushi and wine depends […]
Hahn Estates 2006 Central Coast Meritage Red Table Wine
The bottle contains a darkly garnet wine that goes deep reddish-violet on the edge. The bouquet reminds one of a good Claret wine from the Bordeaux region of France as it combines the scents of dark berries and tart cherries with a hint of Cabernet blackcurrant. The aroma also contains some oak, giving the wine […]
Clos du Mont-Olivet 1998 Chateauneuf-du-Pape
This 1998 vintage wine from France has a high-quality dark garnet color, with ripened black fruits emanating to the nose together with aromas of cedars, roses, black peppers, lavender, and herbs from the mountains of Provence. It tastes full, a little peppery, and lush on the mouth, with firm acidity and soft tannins. This wine […]
Château Mas Neuf 1998 Costières de Nîmes
This French red wine, which has been aged since 1998, is a favorite even among the most astute tasters despite its low price. The wine appears very dark garnet red from the bottle, with bright bouquet of raspberries and strawberries on the glass. The flavor fills the mouth with juices from a various fresh fruits, […]
Mosby 2005 “Ossessione” Marche Rosso
As it pours to the glass, the color of purple-black ink is already noticed. This wine from the Apennines of Italy smells fresh, a bit like black cherries and a hint of spice. It would remind you of the Chianti Classico. The taste comes like cherries and tart cranberries, with a luscious soft sensation that lasts down to the finish. It goes well with pasta, cheese, and meat. Costs US$26.00
A to Z 2006 Oregon Chardonnay
This Chardonnay claims that it does not have any wooden notes. It seems true with its transparent straw color, subtle aroma of fresh Granny Smith apples, which also emanates in its taste with a touch of lime and minerals. It feels dry and tart to the palate with a mouth-watering acidity. Like most Chardonnays, this goes well with freshwater fish. Costs US$16.99