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Wine Recommendation: 6th Sense Syrah 2009 – Lodi Appellation
Hints of Plums and Chocolate Cake. I think I have a new house red wine. I have fallen in love with Michael David Winery’s 2009 6th Sense Syrah. The wine is made from grapes planted by brothers Michael and David … Continue reading
Wine Recommendation: Masciarelli 2008 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
A few of weekends ago I spent a sunny Saturday with two of my girlfriends on an ‘adventure’ not too far from home. We like to pick a location somewhat nearby where we live and spend the day or weekend being … Continue reading
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Tagged Montepulciano, red wine, wines under $10, wines under $15, wines under $20
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Wine Recommendation: Mankas 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon
Another red wine review in the middle of summer? Shouldn’t I be reviewing crisp white wines and dry rosés to enjoy during the heat of the late afternoon? The calendar says it’s mid-July, but is it really here in Seattle? Earlier … Continue reading
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Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, red wine, wines under $10, wines under $15, wines under $20
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Red Wine Pineapple Sangria
A tasty red wine beverage for warm summer evenings. As much as I love red wine, it just doesn’t hit the spot when it’s above 75 degrees out. But red wine sangria is perfect. This recipe is easy to make … Continue reading
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Tagged beverages, Cabernet Sauvignon, entertaining, make-ahead, recipes, red wine, sangria, vegetarian
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Wine Recommendation: 14 Hands 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon
Sometimes You Have to Ask For It. So I was standing in line at a store that sells various items from around the world and my ears perked up when I heard the woman in front of me chatting with … Continue reading
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Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, red wine, Syrah, wines under $10, wines under $15, wines under $20
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Wine Recommendation: Bear Flag Smooth Red Blend
I’m Feeling a Little Dizzy. No, not from drinking too much wine, but from staring too closely at the label for Bear Flag Smooth Red Blend. Close: Closer: Closest: Fun, yes? This wine is a blend of four grapes: Tempranillo, … Continue reading
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Tagged Alicante Bouschet, red wine, Tempranillo, Touriga, wines under $10, wines under $15, wines under $20, Zinfandel
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Wine Recommendation: 2009 Cupcake Vineyards Red Velvet
Hey Cupcake! One of my cooking contest friends saw this on Twitter: “Putting a pretty shirt over your muffin top does not make you a cupcake.” I love that. And I should know ’cause sometimes I’m more of a Bundt cake … Continue reading
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Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, red wine, wines under $10, wines under $15, wines under $20, Zinfandel
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