Category: Tasting Notes
Let’s fall in love with Cabernet Franc
We could call Cabernet Franc, the “father” of Cabernet Sauvignon. The “Cab Sauv” is indeed the result of a crossing between Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc. Let’s sample some interesting examples of this Daddy “Cab Franc” through different terroirs.
Read More
Five perfect rosés for the summer
The summer season is officially underway with the arrival of numerous rosé wines. Because there’s no shortage of choice this year we picked 5 of those that will bring you smile and joy whether it’s for a late afternoon at the pool or for a pleasant evening with friends.
Read More
A great Bordeaux at a great price
We can say all we want, but we always come back to the classics. And what could be more classic than a good bottle of Bordeaux? Let’s forget the increasingly overpriced “Grands Crus Classés” and focus on this consistent Château that will give you a lot of pleasure.
Read More
Five delicious sparkling wines under 20$
Looking for some pretty affordable bubbles? Here are five sparkling wines from three different countries for an aperitif with friends or a family brunch.
Read More
A fantastic wine worthy of a cult
Can we produce a purer wine than water that fully respects Mother Nature? Jean Pierre Amoreau, owner of the legendary Château Le Puy, believes it and is crafting vintage after vintage a magnificent wine in a unique terroir.
Read More
Gérard Bertrand, King of Biodynamic Wines
The release of Gérard Bertrand’s book, “Nature at Heart”, is a good opportunity to revisit the story of a Languedoc family passion that continues into the fourth generation.
Read More
Reddy Vineyards : When Texas Wine Shines in Altitude
When we think about Texas, wine is probably not the first thing that comes to our mind. If they would grow grapes under the Lone Star legendary heat, that would probably transform into freshlessness wines. That way of thinking would be limitative and quite frankly misleading. Case in point : Reddy Vineyards.
Read More
A nicely made Cava to share with friends
It’s Friday so it’s Wine Day and the weekend means it’s time to celebrate. So why not a sparkling wine?
Read More
The best summer-ready red wine : Frappato
Have you ever heard of the Sicilian grape Frappato? It is not always obvious to find some in wine stores because of its scarcity. However, it makes fruit forward wines with a high level of drinkability especially for the summer.
Read More
Merlot and the Sideways effect
You’ve probably already heard this famous replica from the mouth of actor Paul Giamatti who was answering his colleague Thomas Hayden Church in the now classic movie « Sideways »: « I’m Not Drinking Any F… Merlot » ! Believe it or not…
Read More
English