Sauvignon Blanc
Redcliffe Winery 2005 (about $11): The Marlborough wine region of New Zealand is turning out some awfully nice stuff right now and here’s a good example of one of their Sauvignon Blancs to add to your tasting list. This wine is packed with zingy flavors of grapefruit and gooseberry. And the finish provides a nice […]
Cabernet Sauvignon
Sagelands Vineyard Four Corners 2003 (about $10): I think this is one of the best deals on the market right now for a Washington Cab from the Columbia Valley. Beautiful dark, red fruit aromas on the nose are followed by generous black cherry and plum flavors. The finish has subtle traces of black pepper and […]
Syrah or Shiraz?
Syrah or Shiraz – what’s in a name? Well, in this case nothing, because the two words refer to exactly the same type of grape. You should be aware that different parts of the world – Australia in particular – most often bottle their wine as Shiraz, while most others use the Syrah designation. I’m […]
Wine Class at BTC
2:00 to 4:30 pm – Beginning Wine Tasting. The perfect class for those just getting started with wines. The format will be relaxed, yet informative, with plenty of wines to sample. No wine snob attitudes permitted! Click on the Wine Classes Page for more information.
Venture Out on Saturday Afternoon and Enjoy a Glass of Wine
Saturday afternoon is my favorite time of the weekend. For many of us, it’s the midpoint of a two-day break where the stresses of Friday’s workload can be temporarily put aside and Sunday is on the horizon; offering another day for rest, relaxation, and recharging our batteries for the week ahead. The past two Saturdays […]