“Why is wine giving me a headache?” You would not believe how many times I get asked that question. And I feel you, after 20 years in this business, wine sometimes gives me a headache …
When Wine Goes Bad
If you drink wine somewhat regularly, you are bound to come across bottles that you don’t like. Often and unfortunately, this is just bad luck, and you probably picked a wine that didn’t suit your …
2018 Le Grange de Piaugier Cotes du Rhone
The 2018 Le Grange de Piaugier Cotes du Rhone is an absolutely stupid deal in high quality, estate-grown Cotes du Rhone. From one of my favorite producers in the Southern Rhone, we’ve stocked this wine …
2019 Slam Dunk Red Blend
The 2019 Slam Dunk Red Blend is a “side hustle” wine made by the fine folks at Royal Prince, one of California hottest new producers. The blend here is 55% Petite Sirah and 45% Zinfandel, …
2018 Colene Clemens Dopp Creek Pinot Noir
Although it hasn’t been rated yet, I can assure you the 2018 Colene Clemens Dopp Creek Pinot Noir is another homerun for this Willamette Valley Estate. It is that rare Pinot Noir that combines effortless …
2018 Trefethen Double T Red
The 2018 Trefethen Double T Red is a sensational, Bordeaux-inspired blend from one of Napa Valley’s most trusted names. Composed entirely of estate-grown fruit from the Oak Knoll District of Napa, this is full, classy, …
Bohigas Cava Brut Reserva
The Bohigas Cava Brut Reserva is the perfect festive bottle of bubbly to drink this holiday season. From a family-run operation that has been growing grapes on their land since 1290, this is undoubtedly one …
2018 Royal Prince Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2018 Royal Prince Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine that is going to make Napa Cab lovers jump for joy! This new winery has released a masterpiece of a Cab in the dreamy 2018 vintage. …
2019 Domaine Les Grands Bois Viognier
Viognier lovers unite! The 2019 Domaine Les Grands Bois Viognier is a wine that reminds me of Condrieu, but it costs a lot less. Rated 91 points by Jeb Dunnuck (see review below) and coming …
2019 Attems Pinot Grigio
The 2019 Attems Pinot Grigio is one of the best value Italian Pinot Grigios I’ve ever tasted. Hailing from Friuli, in Northeastern Italy, it’s fuller, richer, and more complex. At less than $15 and as …