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Monday, November 30, 2009

2005 Chateau de la Taille Bordeaux

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Can't go wrong with cheap Bordeaux in a good vintage, can you? Eight bucks, I'm game. Cedar and light plum notes on the nose. This ...
Friday, November 27, 2009

2007 Two Lads Merlot Old Mission Peninsula

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The wines from Two Lads not only deserve, but I think sort of need, some time in the decanter before drinking. Yeah, I know, every young re...
Tuesday, November 24, 2009

2006 Chateau Grand Traverse Gamay Noir Reserve

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This wine is $16 at the winery, but it looks like it's sold out through them. Perhaps it can be found in a local retail shop though. A ...
Friday, November 20, 2009

2009 George Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau

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The annual tradition continues – I buy one BN and feel the need to buy another...why? I don't know. I suppose this year I enjoyed the ...
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Obligatory Thanksgiving Post

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In general, I think a lot of people focus way too much on pairing. I mean, you obviously don't want to serve a giant Shiraz with a Caes...
Thursday, November 19, 2009

2009 Pierre Chermette Beaujolais Primeur

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Ah, yes – the third Thursday of November. Here's the tradition – I say “I'm not falling for this again, no Beaujolais Nouveau, than...
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Monday, November 16, 2009

N/V Saint Julian ST.J Red

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I was at a local shop, wanting something, cheap, not too complex or heavy - an easy quaff, if you will - to go with some steak tacos. This...
Saturday, November 14, 2009

2007 Domaine de la Mordoree Tavel Rose

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This is probably the most expensive rose I've consumed - retail price was $24. Of course, it was heavily discounted to $8 at Binny'...
Thursday, November 12, 2009

2007 Bogle Petite Sirah

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This review is us giving the people what they want. The senseless slaughter of the gutter slime that litters this nation for cash and prize...
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009

2007 Santa Fe de Arraiolos Vinho Regional Alentejano

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This was five bucks, down from nine, thanks to the ol 'end of bin sale. They promised to club a seal for a better deal and I saw to it...
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Sunday, November 08, 2009

2004 Lynfred Winery Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot

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We had a glass of this at the winery and a spot in the corner to take formal notes. The bottle goes for $35, but you can get a glass for $1...

Lynfred Winery - Roselle, IL - 11/7/09

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Lynfred is a small winery in downtown Roselle. No grapes are grown on property and some of their labeling - "American" Cabernet S...
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Thursday, November 05, 2009

2005 Mourel Azurat Fitou

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Nine bucks retail - end of bin sale knocked it down to four bones. This is a blend of 40% Mourvedre, 20% Syrah, 15% Grenache, and 15% Carig...
Wednesday, November 04, 2009

An informative video

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A handy tip for when you're desperate and without a corkscrew.
Monday, November 02, 2009

N/V M. Lawrence Fizz Batch #20 Demi-Sec

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I don't know if I've ever had a Demi-Sec before. It's one of those designations that I knew existed, but just never explored (i...
Saturday, October 31, 2009

2007 Tohani Dracula's Blood Pinot Noir

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Perfect for Halloween - Dracula's Blood. This was a gift, so I'm not sure of the price though I can't imagine a novelty thing l...
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

N/V Oak Leaf Vineyarads Cabernet Sauvignon

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I want to hold back on going on a rant here, but I want to make this clear - I loathe Wal-Mart. I felt nauseous entering the store, but whe...
Sunday, October 25, 2009

2007 Two Lads Cabernet Franc Reserve

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Today being my birthday, I decided to pop open something from the top shelf of the wine rack, aka "the special occasion and whatever yo...
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

2007 Ciccone Vineyards Lee La Tage

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This is an offering from Ciccone Vineyards, the winery owned by Silvio Ciccone, Madonna's father. We visited and took some notes in Jul...
Saturday, October 17, 2009

2007 Mollydooker Maitre'D Cabernet Sauvignon

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Mollydooker's wines are ridiculously large - their wines can be a bit much for many people and situations. My experience has been rathe...
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