With wines made by the respected John Grochau, Red Electric Wines are fairly new to the  Willamette Valley but are named after an iconic mode of commuter transportation from the Valley to Portland. From 1913 to 1929, the Red Electric train stopped in Newberg, Forest Grove, McMinnville, Sherwood, Carlton, Salem …

This is a serious gin. For three reasons. First because the aroma immediately envelopes you in another time and place: a fantasy of being out on a Scottish hillside. Second, because the spirit is so lively, enticing and balanced, you might want to drink it straight. And third, watch out, …

Produced in Romagna’s Predappio sub-region, this wine is a classic from Drei Donà .The family-owned winery is a member of FIVI , the Italian Federation of Independent Winegrowers, and they farm with organic principles. To increase their commitment to sustainable agriculture, the family is now introducing draft horses for work …

Have you ever had a great pair of boots that were so special you never wore them? With Jordan wines, I often hesitate to uncork them because I don’t want the experience to be over. But today this bottle caught my eye and demanded, “open me tonight.” So I did.  …

Light straw in color with a bright nose with subdued white stone fruits. Solid fruit on the palate and well balanced, a crisp wine with perfect acidity. Slightly more restrained in comparison to other sauvignon blancs and a good alternative to the big green and grassy wines out there. Very …

Densely purple in color with blackberry fruit on the nose. A delightful blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah creates a well balanced and a thoroughly enjoyable wine, easy drinking and holds up well for a long time. Hints of dusted chocolate on the finish, rich and elegant and …

Casa Del Sol is a celebrity tequila that has been done correctly and thoughtfully.  11:11 Angel’s Reserve is their pinnacle creation, crafted by the triumvirate of actor Eva Longoria, and tequila nobility Alejandra Pelayo and Mariana Padilla, whose families lineages have created some of the most well known and impressive …

The mission statement of Costco says they aim “to continually provide members with quality goods and services at the lowest possible prices.”   When it comes to their 2022 Wine Advent-ure Calendar, all we can say is, “Mission accomplished!” Costco has exceeded expectations again with this year’s Wine Advent-ure Calendar, …

This wine is a new classic style: Prosecco Brut. It has a balanced aroma with some light florals, and a palate that is less fruity and more dry, with a fine finish. The wine is best savored in a white wine glass, not in a flute. As in other Bellenda …

Aldi’s highly sought-after Holiday Magic Wine Advent Calendar is back in stores and “WOW!” Aldi really upped its game this year! Aldi first pioneered the Wine Advent calendar concept back in 2018.  The product has sold out almost immediately every year and tons of other retailers jumped on the bandwagon, …

Let’s face it, a weekly trip to Target is usually one of those routine things we all do to satisfy our basic shopping needs… pick up some toilet paper, cereal, food for the dog, milk, etc… the basics.  Of course, on “special occasions” you might head to Target to pick …

Champagne Billecart-Salmon is always one of our favorite makers of astounding bubbly. Year after year their creations wet our lips and their newest release, Billecart-Salmon 2008 Louis Salmon Brut Blanc de Blancs is no exception. Named after the House’s very first chief winemaker, this 100% Chardonnay Grands Crus champagne takes …

David Frost is a world class golfer who grew up in a winemaking family in South Africa and now he makes wine to boot at David Frost Wine in South Africa. When you were a kid, do you remember plucking a blade of bright green grass, and absent-mindedly chewing on …