This is the wine region that takes up most of the norther edge of Italy. It is just east of Piedmonte, and it is one of the largest and most populated ares in Italy, which is great for their economy, but not always so great for wine making. Historically this area was behind the century’s […]
Posts Tagged: cabernet sauvignon
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Jan 10
Episode 9 – Baby It’s Cold Outside!
In this chilly winter episode, we’ll taste some unconventionally crisp and refreshing winter wines, and some more conventional deep warming ones too. Also, look out for sweet wines! Adega Coop, Ponte Barca (Vinho Verde). Portugal. This is a crisp refreshing White, with lively notes of lemon lime, and honeydew melon, with a touch of natural […]
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Oct 09
Episode 5: Happy Hallowine!
The first Wine Soaked Halloween Episode! Featuring: Pure Evil Chard… $10.99… an obvious example of over MLF treatment, as well as “wood chips” opposed to quality oak barrels, the fruit and butter is overwhelming and flat. However the 14 + alcohol kicks the party into gear. I will say it’s significantly better with melon pop-rocks. […]
