Monthly Archives: December 2017

Tobin James Zinfandel 2013

A Wine for Wings! It’s always a challenge to find a perfect wine to pair with “American Sports foods like hot dogs, hamburgers and hot wings.”  First of all one is usually partaking of the other beverage that is considered … Continue reading

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DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Blackberries, cherries with mixed in spices along with a hint of cigars in the background.  This Paso Robles wine is still young and needs one to two years in the your cellar and then you will see a much smoother … Continue reading

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1000 Stories (Bourbon Barrel Aged) Zinfandel 2015

Here is a tip when looking for Zinfandels from California.  If the grapes are from Mendocino county you probably will not be disappointed.   Take for example the 1000 Stories Zinfandel 2015.  A really nice Zin with subtle spice, licorice, vanilla … Continue reading

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St. Supéry Cabernet 2014

This is another great Rutherford area cabernet. Very jammy with hints of sweet molasses, a little hint of pepper and great tannins with a smooth finish. Subtle oak overtones with a hint of vanilla towards the end. Excellent cabernet with … Continue reading

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Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

I don’t think it’s a surprise to anyone that one of my all-time favorite wines is Caymus.  Just take a look at what is on my bar on our blog.  Make no mistake this is not an inexpensive wine, however … Continue reading

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Atalon Cabernet 2013

  This was a cabernet enjoyed by all, including our wives who did not want to share with the guys! This is not my first Atalon cabernet which was a 2004. It was great back then and this 2013 Atalon … Continue reading

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Holiday Wine Recommendations

There’s not a perfect wine other than the one you like, red or white. Whether you like bubbles (sparkling), sweetness (whites) or dryness (red).  It really comes down to your taste.  I prefer the medium body cabernets from Paso Robles, … Continue reading

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Joel Gott 815 Cabernet 2014

Medium body wine with lots of fruit (jammy flavors – blueberry/cherry) not too dry but does have a nice finish.  The aroma is mixed but the taste is better! You can buy at Sprouts or local liquor stores for about … Continue reading

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The Counselor, 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon by Alexander Valley

  So, you want a good wine to go with Mexican food?  Well I have a wine for you.  A Cabernet, yes you heard me right, a Cab for Mexican food.  First we must look at some pairing rules for … Continue reading

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