Nice, supple Cab characteristics but not assertive enough to over power food. Very approachable after about 10-15 minutes in glass. While this is not a “Mind Blowing” Cab, it is a very easy drinker and a heck of a value at under $20. Consider this wine as an after work or guests dropped by “go to” Cabernet.
A beautiful example of a California Sangiovese. Estate grown and hand pressed, the wine is a real standout. Made to pair with rustic Italian cooking.
A very small production (98 cases) of this red dark-skinned Italian variety traditionally grown in the Campania region around Naples. I really had no idea to expect from this wine but enjoyed it very much. The dark fruit flavors stood well on their own but also paired very well with fire roasted tomato sauce over pasta.
Why wine? Why wine instead of other forms of alcohol? Of course it tastes good. It’s complex. It’s transportive. It pairs well with food…on and on…but that’s not it. What in the one thing wine does better than anything else? Wine is, in my opinion, the perfect social lubricant. Nothing enhances good friendships like wine. Continue reading »
Excellent wine, Barrell fermented with extended skin exposure. Surprisingly soft tannin structure with beautiful fruit.
