Archive for the ‘Word on Wine’ Category
3-11-13 Word On WIne Review 2 Sparklers Great For Any Time Of Year!
This week Mary and I review 2 sparklers which we had originally conceived of for Thanksgiving but frankly these are good any time! 1)Colutto Ribolla Gialla $24. Ribolla Gialla is the grape and the producer is Colutto. This grape and wine hail from Fruilli which is in the extreme north east of Italy not too … Read More »
3-4-13 Word On Wine Review “To Rhone With Love”
This week Mary and I are Rhone Rangers as we sample two most excellent wines from the Rhone. Our first wine was the 2010 Domaine de la Colinne St. Jean from Vacqueyras $22. This was the standard blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mouvedre and a nicely made example of what one can find in the … Read More »
2-28-13 Word On Wine Trivia!
Ever wonder about different names for different grapes? What do they fortify wine with? Is Pinot Noir a blended grape or a solo star? The answer to these and other questions are pondered by the illustrious Quiz Master Mary and moi. Check out our latest wine trivia show! Related posts: 04/19/12 Word on Wine – … Read More »
2-18-13 Word On Wine Review Fireplace Wines
This week Mary and I are in the New World in relatively far away places. We begin in Coonawara with the Wynns Cabernet. Wynns is one of the oldest wineries in the area and this is their 55th vintage. Check out their site at www.wynns.com.au/ 1)2010 Wynns Cabernet. $48. A little dear but really drinkable…$10 … Read More »
2-14-13 Word On Wine…Cleaning Out the Cellar!
I know it’s Valentines Day but we did our Valentines Day sh0w last week…so you could do some planning. This week we talk about what to do with those bottles that keep hanging around…I have a bunch of things I just never seem to get around to drinking. Mary and I offer some practical solutions. … Read More »
2-7-13 Word On Wine Valentines Day!
I know it’s early but when Valentines day falls on a Thursday you have to think about it a week ahead. Mary and I talk about what we will be doing and what we will be drinking! Included are some of our favorite sparkling wine recommendations! Check out the show and let us know what … Read More »
2-4-13 Word On Wine Review Rotari!
This week we review two sparkling wines from Italy…neither of which are Prosecco or Asti Spumante! Both of these were nicely priced and well made! 1)Rotari Talento Brut. NV (Non Vintage!). $18. All Chardonnay and tasted like it…We were surprised and delighted! 2)2005 Rotari Riserva. $20. 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir! Sounds like a … Read More »
1-31-13 Word On Wine Superbowl!
Yikes! Who would have thought that the Ravens would actually get here this year! There are so many nice things about this year’s game…Ray’s last NFL game…Harbaugh Bowl (AGAIN!) etc…More importantly how are you proposing to mark this great event! Mary couldn’t care less…but I watch every game with a group of classical music fanatics. … Read More »
01-28-13 Word On Wine Inzolia and Cinsault!
1)2011 Inzolia. Terre Di Giumara. Caruso and Minini. $16.50. The grape is inzolia, the name of the wine Terre di Giumara and the producer Caruso and Minini. The wine comes from Marsala but don’t be fooled…not fortified or sweet…bone dry and solid! 2)2010 Michael David Ancient Vine Cinsault. Bechtold Vineyard, Lodi CA. $26. Meow! This … Read More »
1-24-13 Word On Wine Baltimore Beer 3!
This week my discussion with Rob Kasper continues…We discuss what happened to Baltimore brewing during prohibition and also what happened after world war 2. Rob’s book is entitled Baltimore Beer: A Satisfying History of Charm City Brewing. Check out the show…I’ve learned a lot. Related posts: 03/14/13 Word on Wine…Old Wine in Old Bottles! 5/17/12 … Read More »
