week of February 25

Amador Foothill Sauvignon Blanc (Fume Blanc) 2006 – (USA) – “Citrus, grapefruit and exotic spicy aromas lead to balanced flavors of citrus, melon, herbs and tropical fruit.  Part of the wine was barrel fermented and sur lie aged to add a rich, velvety texture and a lingering finish.”  (winemaker’s notes)  88 points, Best Buy Wine […]

The Wolftrap White 2009

This wine surprised me when I first tasted it.  The Wolftrap white (South Africa) is a blend of Viognier (40%), Chenin Blanc (39%) and Grenache Blanc (21%).  It has been aged in oak but is not a predominate flavour.  This wine is smooth full bodied with a spicy aromatic appeal.

week of February 18

Tempus Alba Pleno Reserva (Argentina) – “Tempus Pleno Reserve 2006 is a 50% Malbec – 50% Cabernet Sauvignon blend which, according to our oenologist, highlights the particular characteristics of the grapes that gave birth to this wine.  These grapes come from our own vineyards in Maipu and Lujan de Cuyo.  With a deep, intense red […]

Brewhouse 24 can suitcase sale

Februay 18 – March 3 Brewhouse 24 can suitcase on sale $2.00 off!!

La Frenz Shiraz 2007

I am reprinting what is on the back of the bottle of La Frenz Shiraz 2007 because I feel it says everything there is to say about how magnificient this wine tastes.  With the exception maybe of one thing – YUM!! “Our Shiraz style is an inky, concentrated wine brimming with violets and blueberries with […]

Lucky 15 can pack sale

February 15 – 28 Lucky 15 can pack on sale $1.50 off!!