Monthly Archives: March 2018

Raymond Cabernet 2014

I was wandering around Costco with my wife when I noticed this unusual red velvet label Raymond Cab calling out to me – “buy me, buy me”!  It runs for $30, more than I usually want to spend for an … Continue reading

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Epicuro Primitivo 2016

Another Trader Joe’s special that I just couldn’t pass up.  This time it’s an Italian Zinfandel (known in Italy as Primitivo).   Hints of licorice and subtle notes of plum infuse this wine for a nice beginning.  Every sip was light … Continue reading

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Simpler Wines 2017

Wine from a can?  Well, yes.  This is a new product at Trader Joes and I just had to try it.  They come in 4 flavors and we tried the Cabernet and Red Blend.  These wines hail from Australia.  Upon … Continue reading

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Karo Kann stags Leap Cabernet 2014

This is a traditional Stags Leap cabernet that starts out with mild fruit, spice laced aroma and mild tannins that just hang there. Goes really well with cheddar cheese and a grilled steak. This is a nice wine tastes as … Continue reading

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St. Clement Vintner’s Collection Cabernet Sauvignon – Napa Valley 2014

Napa Valley Cabernet opens with crushed raspberries with a hint of cinnamon.  Medium body with very soft tannins!  Comes across dry but not too dry with a very long finish.  Definitely an easy drinking Cab sitting around a nice fire … Continue reading

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See new Wine Trips page!

See our recently added page “Wine Trips”.  More wine adventures to come!

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