Varietals

This is the second time we’ve reviewed Clif’s The Climber Red Blend.  The 2006 version we reviewed was comprised of the same 5...

One of the highlights of my trip to Austria this past fall was the grüner veltliner (pronounced GROO-nah velt-LEE-nah, with your best Germanic accent)....

This is an intriguing wine.  It’s classified as a Sauvignon Blanc, and at 80% of the blend, that is technically accurate.  But Clif’s winemakers,...

Over the years I’ve been fortunate enough to have tasted many barrel samples with some really experienced winemakers.  With almost every visit I’ve gained...

Although the label of this wine says that it's a nerello mascalese, that's not the only grape that's in here.  There's also prosecco in...

Tonight we're checking out an inexpensive, yet tasty, prosecco from Villa Sandi.  When I hear a name like Villa Sandi, I often assume...

If you haven’t sampled an Argentine malbec recently, you’re really missing out on a unique wine experience.  It shouldn’t be any surprise that a...

The Russian River Valley isn't in Russia, it's an AVA in Sonoma County, west of Healdsburg.  This is a cool climate region,...

I love reading wine labels, particularly when winemakers take the time, and make the investment to tell you a little about their wine. 

After taking a few days off to enjoy the holidays — and recover from a cold — we're back at it with at least...