Let’s talk Gratsi boxed wine!
I was curious about this wine which hit my feed. The most intriguing…SUGAR FREE. First of all, yes…it’s a boxed wine. For the price, it’s not bad. The box is about 4 bottles for 50$. […]
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2017 Jose Maria Da Fonseca Waterdog Red Blend
New wine! Gorgeous red color with light legs. The nose is complex with earth, smoke, pepper, oak and vanilla. This one is light and bold at the same time. Blueberry, currant and dark cherry (lots […]
2004 Basel Cellars Syrah, Columbia Valley
Basel Cellars 2004 Syrah Formerly known as Basel Cellars Estate, Yellowhawk Resort was purchased in December 2020 by Pacific Northwest hospitality leaders Dan Thiessen, Chad Mackay, Scott Clark, Philip Christofides and Paul Mackay and became part of […]
2001 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
This was quite oaky still from the first taste and only gave way a little after another hour. All the telltale oak flavors/aromas were there… vanilla, cedar, tobacco. It was a little more red fruited […]
Viña San Juan
La Mancha, 2019 Blend, Spain This is a beautiful wine with a deep ruby color. Legs are distinct and heavy. This is a fairly bold, smooth wine. The nose is earthy with some chocolate and leather. […]
Reasons for reactions or allergies when drinking wine may surprise you!
You may be surprised to discover that you may be reacting to some of the ingredients in addition to the grapes in your glass can. These extras may be causing your allergies to flare up. 1. […]
2013 Castello do Luzzano, Giovannella Fugazza
This is amazing! Vanilla and oak notes with a hint of spice and leather. It’s bold but not slap you in the face. Fairly smooth with a lingering finish. It’s not Sahara desert dry but slightly […]
Portofino Tawny Port, Portugal
This was a surprising find that we just had to try! I love port. And Tawny’s are my favorite. A product of Martha’s Wines and Spirits. Martha’s is one of the oldest family owned Port […]
Scout & Cellar 2019 Field House, red wine blend
The color is a really nice satiny burgundy but not completely see-through. The legs are pretty heavy and well spaced. The nose immediately is very bright and no hints of earth. There is an herbal quality […]
2018 Brava Cosa Malbec, Argentina
This is a Deep rich ruby red wine. Gorgeous color. Nose has a complex woodyness with hints of jasmine or honeysuckle. There’s a moss tone to the nose like what you smell in the forrest […]