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Newer posts →The Difference Between Chianti, Chianti Classico and Chianti Riserva
May 25, 2011First-off, I don’t know where the above photo was taken, but once I find out I’m booking a plane ticket!!! So last night, I found myself hosting an informal wine class for a discerning group of tasters here in Jacksonville. … Continue reading
Posted in Facts | Tagged Brunello, Chianti, Chianti Classico, Chianti Riserva, Italy, Montepulciano, Riserva, Sangiovese | 5 Comments //The Silly Wine Tasting Notes Generator
May 24, 2011Here’s something to help kill 5 minutes at work today! The Silly Tasting Notes Generator has been around on the Internet for a quite a while, and is perfect if you’ve ever fancied yourself as an aspiring wine connoisseur. Well … Continue reading
Posted in Funny | 2 Comments //Three Vines Old Vines Field Blend, Contra Costa – California
May 21, 2011Wine: Three Wine Company, Old Vines Field Blend Place: Contra Costa, California Grapes: Zinfandel, Carignane, Mataro, Petite Sirah, Alicante Bouschet, and Black Malvoisie Retail: Around $18
Posted in Reviews | Tagged Alicante Bouschet, California, Carignan, Field Blend, Mataro, Mourvedre, Old Vine, Old Vines, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel | Leave a comment //Samuel’s Gorge Tempranillo from McLaren Vale, Australia.
May 20, 2011Grape 100% Tempranillo Most often found in Spain, particularly in the Rioja wine region, the name Tempranillo is thought to be linked to the Spanish word “temprano” meaning “early”. The grape supposedly ripens weeks earlier than other varietals. Facts … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews | Tagged Australia, Barossa, Jacksonville, McLaren Vale, Rioja, Spain, Tempranillo, Thailand | Leave a comment //What is Bottle Shock?
May 20, 2011Nope, bottle shock isn’t when you jump out wearing a scary mask to surprise your favorite wine! Sorry to disappoint, although that would have been a fun topic! “Bottle shock” is actually very hard to describe scientifically, but it’s certainly … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged Bottle shock | Leave a comment //Opici Wine Dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse – May 31st
May 19, 2011Join Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse (Ponte Vedra Beach) on May 31st as they welcome Opici Wine Company and their impressive portfolio of wines. They’ve put together a delectable five course menu with pairings such as Blackened Ahi Tuna with the Angeline … Continue reading
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