This place, known as the Montrachet of Champagne, is an island of Chardonnay in a sea of Pinot Noir. blend of grapes from 8 parcels, this version is 72% 2006, the rest 2005. didn't read the label and assumed that this wine was dosed relatively highly - I guessed 8 grams. Lovely perfume, very chalky, graceful and long. MORE >>

My last review confirmed that feeling, but in a very serious attempt to expand a lazy palate I purchased a few different labels to compare. It's been a few years since I tasted Carmenere. If I remember right, it was a take it or leave it, nothing special, too many other fine wines, don't shop for wine. The first was disappointing. MORE >>

Perhaps on another trip I will see the property (the manor house is prominently displayed on the label) but from what I can see now, the wines are delicious. James explains that he is growing several different varietals, many of them new to Portugal such as Riesling and Pinot Noir. About Lisbon. Meeting Producers. Alorna. MORE >>

thought is was kinda ironic that just a few hours after hearing this news, I spotted a wine bottle in one of my favorite shops, with a pink ribbon on the label. Well, all was great, life was fun, but the reality of living forever soon wears off as some of those friends and classmates and those we meet in our adult life begin to pass on. MORE >>

Concannon introduced America's first varietally labeled Petite Sirah in 1961, sparking a love affair with this varietal, and led with the introduction of Cabernet Sauvignon clones 7, 8 and 11 in replanting much of Napa Valley in the 1970s. Recently, the wife and I have been discussing a possible trip to California next year. must buy! MORE >>