Podere SAPAIO “Valpolo” 2015
From Bolgheri (Maremma) Tuscany. A “Super-Tuscan” in every sense except the price. It’s a bargain. Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with a smidge of Merlot and a dollop of Petit Verdot. This rich, […]
GRACCIANO DELLA SETA Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2015
Strong, earth-first, “old style” Sangiovese (known as Prugnolo Gentile in these parts). Earthy dark cherries and blackberries are covered by black tea, dry tarragon and rosemary, tobacco and black olive […]
BOUDINAUD – Grange des Rouquette Syrah-Grenache 2017
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I want a solid, straightforward, red wine with character for around ten bucks. Well, I tried the Boudinaud Syrah Grenache from the south […]
RAIMBAULT Sancerre Apud Sariacum 2017
Always a classic, mineral-driven, zippy wine, the Philippe Raimbault Sancerre 2017 is relatively fleshy and fruit-driven. In this vintage, the fresh green applesauce, juicy pears and lemon custard take on the chalky/seashell […]
CUVAISON Pinot Noir “Mariafeld” 2016
A Pinot with some “meat on its bones,” Cuvaison “Mariafeld” is darker, richer and heartier than most. While this often results in harsh tannins and less Pinot-ness, not the case […]
