Tag: wine
Mission accomplished: The case of wine for under $100 is full
Tied for 12: Borsao Red Garnacha. Tied for 12: Borsao Red Garnacha. It’s easy to buy a 12-bottle case of wine of one brand. It’s much harder to fill that case with distinctly different, appealing and quality wines on a budget of $100. I completed the challenge, presented to me by Mike Pigeon the Wine […]
Across the board, a good wine always wins
A week ago today, I was in Saratoga Springs, enjoying the summer splendor of up state New York while trying to add to my 401(k) by handicapping the ponies at historic Saratoga Race Course. Needless to say, my retirement plan did not receive the financial boost I had expected after five days of reading the […]
Save your 'green' on these bargain reds
The June 2012 issue of Wine Enthusiast features an attention-grabbing story on the cover: “30 Great Napa Cabs for $30 or Less.” If you like cabernet, it’s a must read. Most of the wines are rated 88 points or higher. Still, you can find less expensive cabs that fit right in with WE’s selections for […]
What an Easter feast
What wines did you pair up with your Easter food feast? Sunday in Providence, at Mama Campanini’s, is a day when the senses, after 40 days and 40 nights of Lent, are revived in great celebration. The food aromas are rich and dramatic. We drank a small taste of pink Banfi Rose` on arrival. It […]
Embrace Greeks Bearing Gifts
Two weeks ago, longtime Lowell resident George Zaharoolis presented me with a bottle of Greek red wine. “I want you to try this,” he said. “Tell me what you think.” Zaharoolis, who co-hosts a Friday radio show on WCAP, knew that I had started writing this blog and wanted my opinion. “George”, I told him, […]
WhatdoUwannado? Taste wine of course!
Wine tasting are fun, especially when your guest doesn’t know what is in the bottle. Follow along as Katelyn McNamara opens her palate to the mystery whites and comes up with some interesting findings. Buttered popcorn goes best with … ? [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRrOeq5YLYo]
The Wonderful World of Whites
Time to learn a little about the texture, body, aromas and enjoyment of white wines. Serve them chilled and with delightful foods. It is a shame that some wine drinkers limit themselves to just red wine. That’s like shutting yourself off to half the great vintages now being produced across the globe. In this video, we […]
Keep it cool and corked
Wine is just like the human body. It was to be kept comfortable and protected from extreme temperatures. if you overheat your body, what’s going to happen? You’ll shut it down. The same is true with wine, weather red, white or a blend. Too much of hot or cold can have a deleterious effect on […]
The Noble Reds
Exploring the fruity depths of Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet with the 5 ‘S’s.
