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Category Archives: France
Pierre Sparr 2009 Riesling
Pierre Sparr 2009 Riesling is another great summer sipper from Alsace. Riesling is one of my favorite wines to sip in warm weather because it compliments almost any food and is generally light and refreshing. This 100% Riesling isn’t complex … Continue reading
2011 Domaine Paul Blanck Pinot Blanc d’Alsace
It’s definitely warming up all over California so it definitely seems like the right time to feature some wines that pair with lighter foods and sunshine. One great pick for your summer sipping is 2011 Domaine Paul Blanck Pinot Blanc d’Alsace. Simple, clean … Continue reading
Catherine & Pierre Breton Bourgueil Trinch 2010
I have an affinity towards unfiltered wines so Catherine & Pierre Breton Bourgueil Trinch definitely grabbed my attention at the wine store last week. This Loire Valley Cabernet Franc is fermented in stainless steel and the wine makers follow biodynamic viticulture practices. If you happen to … Continue reading
Kermit Lynch 2011 Cotes du Rhone Cypress Cuvee
If you are a wine lover who fancies earthy, Rhone blends (that would be me!), you may want to read on! I just uncorked a bottle of Kermit Lynch 2011 Cotes du Rhone Cypress Cuvee and am very impressed with what I am sipping for … Continue reading
NV Bereche et Fils Brut Reserve Champagne
My favorite wine shop is featuring Champagne this month (lucky me ). Among the bottles they are highlighting is NV Bereche et Fils Brut Reserve. Bereche et Fils makes all of their wines as naturally as possible - no chemical pesticides and minimal intervention in the … Continue reading
Paul Mas Estate 2011 GSM
I am wrapping up the week with another pick from Paul Mas. Their 2011 GSM is a blend of 35% Grenache, 35% Syrah, and 30% Mourvedre. It hails from Herault Valley in the Languedoc region of southern France and is definitely a … Continue reading
Paul Mas Estate 2011 Picpoul de Pinet
Last night, we grilled a couple of Mahi Mahi filets and uncorked a bottle of Paul Mas Estate Picpoul de Pinet. The wine comes from Languedoc, which is a wine region in the south of France. Languedoc is known for producing some great values and Paul Mas Estate … Continue reading
Trimbach Pinot Blanc 2009
I received a couple new samples of Pinot Blanc from Alsace this week and couldn’t wait to dive in. The first bottle comes from Trimbach, a family winery with roots in viticulture dating back to the 1600′s. Their 2009 Pinot … Continue reading
2011 Chateau Coupe Roses Minervois La Bastide
Chateau Coupe Roses is an estate in the Minervios appellation in France with almost 100 acres of vineyards. This family run winery takes pride in the wines they produce and are true to traditional winemaking methods. There are no additives to the wine and minimal … Continue reading
Domaine de la Janasse “Terre d’Argile” 2010
I was cruising through a local wine store last week and picked up a bottle that caught my eye. Domaine de la Janasse ”Terre d’Argile” 2010 is a red blend from southern Rhone that has garnered a lot of attention. Full-bodied and … Continue reading
