Archive for the ‘Word on Wine’ Category
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 »
1-21-13 Word On Wine Review Two Italians One Imposter!
This week Mary and I review two Italian wines but only one is from Italy! Come and see what happens when Arneis from Piedmont moves to California! Our second wine is perfect for Pizza and pretty much everything else! 1)2010 Palmina Arneis from the Honea vineyard in Santa Inez California. $23 and worth it. Arneis … Read More »
1-17-13 Word On WIne…Rob Kasper Part 2!
This week I continue my discussion with the very erudite Rob Kasper the author of Baltimore Beer: A Satisfying History of Charm City Brewing. Last week we talked about who brewed beer in our fair city…this week we talk about what they brewed. Check out the show…you will learn lots of interesting Baltimore Beer facts…I … Read More »
01-14-13 Word On Wine Review…To Rhone With Love…
This week Mary and I review two really nice Syrahas from the Rhone! 1)2007 Domaine de Piaugier Cote Du Rhone Village. $20. The village in question was Sablet. 2007 was a super good year and Domaine de Piaugier decided to release a little at a time…BWYEC (Buy With Your Eyes Closed). 2)2009 Domaine Belle Crozes-Hermitage … Read More »
1-7-13 Word on Wine Review…GREECE!!!!!!!!!
This week Mary and I review two wines from Greece, Something we never have done before. 1)2011 Adoli Ghis (Meaning Unruly Earth!) from Antonopoulos Vineyards. $15. This was a blend of three white Greek varietals and this resulted in a very nice long and lean wine. If all the Greek wine you have ever … Read More »
1-3-13 Word On Wine January Trivia Quiz!!!
Ever wonder if Burgundy is a place or a grape? Ever wonder which grape is the most produced grape in Bordeaux? Ever wondered how they get the caramel in the Caramilk? (We don’t actually talk about that!) Check it out…Quiz master Mary and I have a great time as usual. Related posts: 1-17-13 Word On … Read More »
12-10-12 Word On Wine Review CDR and CDP!
This week Mary and I review two reds one Cotes Du Rhone and the other Cotes De Province! Both were super nice. 1)2010 Domaine de Couron Cotes Du Rhone. The standard blend of the standard wine…60% Grenache and 40% Syrah. A great example of CDR for all of $13…Why do they always cost $13 and … Read More »
12-03-12 Word On Wine Affordable Burgundy and Malbec!
This week Mary and I review a very decent white burgundy and a bargain Malbec not for the timid! 1)2010 Domaine Cheveau Pouilly Fuisse. Les Grandes Bruyeres. $23. Wow! Affordable white Burgundy…me likey! 2)2010 Hacienda de la Plata Zagal Malbec. $15. Not for the timid but a really solid food wine…Be brave…give it a shot. … Read More »
11-29-12 Word On Wine Aromas and Flavors!
This week Mary and I talk about tasting aromas and flavors. You have to check out the show and make some notes…it’s complicated! We will post the lists of the wines in a bit…I need to get the article from Mary! Bear with us…but in the meantime click on the show and listen in…You even … Read More »
11-26-12 Word On WIne Review 2 Sparklers!
I love Champagne…who doesn’t! The problem is paying for the aforementioned wine…that we don’t like so much. We are always looking for good alternatives and just in time for the holiday season we found 2! 1)L’Antica Quercia Prosecco. $20. More heft than the usual Prosecco but you are paying a little more. Good crisp bubbles … Read More »
