Tilia Chardonnay 2020, Argentina Tilia Malbec 2020, Argentina Cost: $11-13 What: As climate change and conservation move to center stage of our awareness, sustainability has become a key component of wine producers. Tilia Wines has made sustainability the centerpiece of its operations. From soil conservation to social sustainability, they work to make sure future generations will be able to enjoy the same fine wine we do today. Their Chardonnay is a terrific wine, and an even better bargain. The grapes come from two sustainable vineyards in Mendoza, with elevations ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 feet above sea level. The mountain climate intensifies the flavors and allows the grapes to ripen slowly. It pays off with wonderful flavors of tropical fruit, peach and toasted bread. It is a gorgeous pale gold in the glass with pleasant aromas of tropical fruit and flowers. It has an intense mouthfeel with a long finish…
Fiddlehead Cellars One of the things I admire in winemakers is their ability to step away from the crowd and do things their own…
Ketcham Estate As we emerge from the cloud of COVID many people are finally enjoying more or less getting back to normal. One of…
Frank Family Chardonnay Carneros 2019 Cost: $37-39 What: I am a firm believer in celebrating holidays, even the made-up ones like Valentine’s Day. I…
Martini & Rossi Sparkling Rosé, Italy Cost: $14-16 What: If you have put off planning for Valentine’s Day, your time is about up, But…
Broadside Merlot 2019, Paso Robles Cost: $16 What: People often want to know what my favorite wine or favorite region is. My response is…
Veramonte Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2019 Cost: $11-13 What: At this time of year when the weather turns cooler I like to drink rich, full-bodied…
Le Volte dell’Ornellaia IGT 2019, Tuscany Cost: $33-35 What: If you want to know why wine lovers make such a fuss over Super Tuscan…
Mouton Cadet Blanc 2020, France Mouton Cadet Rosé 2020, France Cost: $13-15 What: Most wine drinkers will say they want to drink the best…