2016-03-06 16:57
2006Sonoma CoastNo. 09774So - I'm at it again. It is not another "budget" wine being reviewed here. It is another pick from my late Uncle's cellar. This one I brought home for my dear friend… Read More
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2016-02-16 02:08
Pahlmeyer 2007Napa Valley Red WineWow. I can't believe it's been over two years since I've posted here. And I apologize that the wine I am about to review is not at all a budget one.I've jus… Read More
2016-02-16 02:08
2013Lodi ZinfandelManteca, CAThe opposite of my last post, this wine is definitely budget material. Wine Enthusiast supposedly gave this a 90 point review for its flavor versus price. I have… Read More
2013-10-12 04:30
2009 Red Wine Southern Rhone of France I bought this to give a French red yet another go. It was also given a "90" rating by I-don't-remember-who. I would not agree with the 90 r… Read More
2013-10-07 10:35
CupidoToscana, Sensi family2010 Sangiovese8.5 out of 10$9.99 / 750 ml. bottle13% alc. by vol.TerrilogioToscana2009Sangiovese (85%), Cabernet Sauvignon (10%), Merlot Blend (5%)7.5% … Read More
2013-09-07 02:21
2011 Red Blend (Merlot, Syrah, Zinfandel) California Maria - This post is for you. Because I'm tired & I can't motivate myself to write. Because I'm worried about my "Big Trip… Read More
2013-08-24 16:29
2010Paso Robles, CALos OsosYeah, so, it's been quite awhile. Not sure what possessed me to attempt to write even tonight. Just wanted to post something more recent then what? April? Too lazy… Read More
2013-04-28 20:33
2010Lake County CaliforniaHigh Elevation EditionSyrah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Mourvedre & GrenacheVanilla, oak, pepper spice, & dark cherry flavors were the mai… Read More
2013-04-08 01:32
2010Beau Terre VineyardNAPA 83% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec, 4% Petit VerdotI should have maybe kept this a bit longer. It was good, but it was young. I bet it would be a big ju… Read More
2013-02-20 01:22
2009Vintner's BlendWoodbridge,CAWe have had Ravens Wood Zin (probably Old Vine Zin more often) several times over the years, but drinking this vintage now made all the difference. I was amaz… Read More
2012-12-25 03:34
2008NAPA Valley Red56% Malbec, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Petit Verdot*Please note that this is not a "budget" wine as our title suggests. From time to time I will review more expensive win… Read More
2012-11-23 20:26
1999 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Mosel-Saar-Ruwer GermanyA few years ago, my uncle Bob turned my dislike of "sweet" Riesling into a quizzical quest to be more open to it. I don't remember what b… Read More
2012-11-22 03:18
Joh.Jos. Prum Riesling, 1999, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, GermanyClos Fourtet Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, 1999, FranceTurley Howell Mountain Zinfandel, 2008, Rattlesnake Ridge, St. Helena, CaliforniaWarr… Read More
2012-11-02 19:16
CalliopeRL Buller & SonAustraliaThis was the dessert wine my aunt brought the night we enjoyed "The Problem Child". My aunt, who isn't necessarily a wine "fan", does enjoy ice wines and/… Read More
2012-11-01 22:06
2009Clarksburg, CaliforniaOld Vine Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, & Old Vine MourvedreWhat a difference a year makes. I had the 2009 last year and reviewed it. This is a year later, with the 2… Read More
2012-10-02 01:32
2007 Linne CalodoRed Zinfandel Blend Paso Robles, CAIt has been a long time. I am sorry this is not a budget wine, though it is way better than the pricing on my last review. I do like to mi… Read More
2012-09-30 12:39
2006No. 04585CaliforniaNot a budget wine. Sorry about that. I required this. As the suggested drink time is from 2009-2015 I figured I was safe being 3 years out on either end. I categorized… Read More
2012-07-15 02:17
2007Bodegas LuzonJumillaSpainIt never ceases to amaze me how often someone gives me a bottle of wine. Friends and co-workers are amazing. They know I enjoy wine. They find one they like and… Read More
2012-07-15 01:37
Hopkins Heritage Pinot Noir2010Western Connecticut Highlands (nonetheless! Makes me feel like I could quite possibly be in the Scottish Moors or something - Dont'cha Know Lad and Lass?) Many… Read More
2012-07-01 16:47
Cabernet Sauvignon - Sangiovese - Merlot BlendMontecchioItaliaI reviewed a Vitiano blend way back in 2008 (it was a 2005), from Umbria. I gave it a (gulp) 7.0. This 2009 Motecchio blend is a… Read More
2012-06-17 02:25
2007Sonoma CountySt. Francis WinerySanta Rosa, CaliforniaIt's been a long time. PAY ATTENTION PLEASE. If you would like a sure thing wine to bring to a friend's house who may have slightly d… Read More
2012-03-20 01:37
2009Santa Rosa, CAWow. Ok. This wine was very good. It reminded me very much of one of my all-time favorite chardonnays: Sonoma-Cutrer. That said, it is 1/3 of the price! I consider this the… Read More
2012-03-16 01:33
2007Paso RoblesThis wine was elusive and really, really good. It fooled me at first. The scent and flavor initially were like a leather mushroom with a little vanilla. Then it ALL went away… Read More
2012-02-18 02:06
2010Paso RoblesValentines Day is not about love and romance - it is about . . . wine and chocolate. :) The Guy brought home this gift. It was a welcome relief from some of the few and far… Read More
2012-02-06 01:51
2008NAPA ValleyCan be enjoyed now or cellared through 2016The day we opened the Honig was a GREAT day. It was just one of those pivotal "happy" days. My brother David was here and we had no… Read More
2012-02-02 02:39
2006NAPA Valley (St. Helena, CA)Epiphany: I thoroughly enjoy talking about wine with others.Well - here I am on a Wednesday, drinking a not-so-everyday wine (for us anyway), eating a not-so… Read More
2012-01-29 03:23
2009Horse Heaven HillsCabernet SauvignonI haven't had a really tasty wine in awhile - one that makes me take notice. Tonight we celebrated my mom's birthday and she brought a wine that someo… Read More
2012-01-22 17:17
2009Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese & Merlot BlendThis was an improvement over Big House red, which I am beginning to think I over-rated. I don't like that I have to cool it to keep it … Read More
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