When we think of a white Bordeaux, how much do we really know about the forgotten sister of the hunky, full bodied red? It turns out, not as much as we thought. Once upon a grape, the white Bordeaux was just as popular as the red, if not more so. …
Wine: Les Hauts de Smith Bordeaux Rosé 2014 Score: 89 pts Best Enjoyed: Drink Now Lovely raspberry and wild strawberry notes on the nose, with a hint of minerality that is echoed on the palate, as is that red-berry fruit. At nearly three years of age, there is a savory …
Founded in 1994 Ridgeview Winery has been creating their world class sparkling wines for over 20 years. Their stunning and masterfully cultivated vineyard is located at the foot of the South Downs in Sussex. There, they produce globally renowned English grapes, known for their super-acidity, the hallmark of a good …
Wine: Chateau Cambon la Pelouse 2014 Region: Haut-Medoc Variety: Sauvignon Score: 88 pts Best Enjoyed: Now- 2020 Nicely spiced dark currants and dark cherries, with notes of tobacco leaf, cedar, pencil led and leather. On the palate, this is quite savory, with sasparilla, scorched earth, and a background layer of cherry skin and graphite.
Photo Credit: CIVB Is there such thing as an everyday, affordable, yet decent Bordeaux wine? The simple answer is, yes there is. A more complicated answer would be: yes there is if you know where to look. Bordeaux, as many wine enthusiasts will state, arguably has some of the best …
Wine: Chateau de Chantegrive Blanc Graves 2012 Region: Bordeaux Variety: 50 Semillon / 50 Sauvignon Blanc ABV: 13% alc Score: 90 pts Best Enjoyed: Now – 2020 Aromas of lemon oil and leesier notes that are just a touch creamy and reminiscent of bread dough. That leesiness comes through on the herb-flecked …
There’s nothing better than uncorking a nice bottle of red wine after a long, hectic day. Whether that day is filled with crying children, horrible bosses, or just the daily stressors of life, we have found 5 different red wines that will make you forget about all your problems. These …
Wine: Chateau Doisy-Vedrines 2012 Region: Sauternes Score: 93 pts Best Enjoyed: Now – 2026 Classic notes of honey and freshly unearthed mushroom are framed by hints of honeysuckle, and roll into a palate both bright and sweet, with pineapple, white peach, nectarine, and lemon marmalade. Excellent now, and will show even more depth with …
Heartcrafted. To the winemakers of Napa Valley’s own Ca’Momi this means creating a wine that is full bodied, big hearted, and crafted with love, devotion, and commitment to all things soulful. They have built their winery on a foundation of passion, authenticity and obsessive dedication to quality. Ca’Momi embraces the …
Los Angeles evokes the Southern California spirit of movies, music, surfing and, of course, eternal sunshine. And, if you are planning to hit the top tourist spots during your visit, you’ll need a well-earned break from the hustle and bustle of L.A. crowds and traffic. Stylish Norah restaurant in West …
Wine: Dubard Cremant de Bordeaux Brut Rosé NV Variety: 50 Merlot / 50 Malbec Score: 87 pts Best Enjoyed: Now Distinctly nutty and yeasty aromas lean in the direction of fresh-baked pastry dough and graham crackers, and turn to a palate brighter than that nose implies, the raspberry and cranberry lending it lift. It …
Wine: Chateau Cap de Faugeres 2012 Region: AOC Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux ABV: 14% alc. Score: 87 pts Imported By: Joanne Best Enjoyed: Now – 2022 Aromas of spicy, brambly berry fruit and mineral, with a slight tomato vine note, turn to a palate of sappy cassis and cherry with a finish of more tomato …