Let’s face it – “everyday meals” are given that name for a reason: They’re quick and easy, call for commonly available ingredients and, most important of all, they work. Most meals are every day, while celebratory or holiday meals are few and far between. So why not drink an “everyday” wine with an everyday meal […]
California Dreamin’ for #MerlotMe Month, Part II Read More »
Big, bold California Merlot – is that the kind of wine you’re dreaming of? I regard myself as an equal-opportunity wine fan. To each wine, there is a season or a reason. That’s why, during #MerlotMe Month in October, I’m delighted to be California Dreamin’ of Merlot that punches up the fruit, acidity and flavor.
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Here’s a poll for readers. Feel free to comment. Which of the following two wines would be more likely to catch your eye? A 50-50 blend labeled Merlot/Cabernet Franc, or A 50-50 blend labeled Cabernet Franc/Merlot L’Ecole No. 41 Winery in Walla Walla, Washington, recently changed the name of its small-production blend of these two
Fan of both Cab Franc and Merlot? L’Ecole’s got you covered Read More »
Hooray for Merlot! Frankly, I never understood why Paul Giamatti maligned Merlot in the film “Sideways.” Even before I was seriously into wine, I loved the plummy, chocolate aromas and smooth, round mouthfeel of this classic French grape. Now that I live in the Pacific time zone, I’m hoping to visit wineries and vineyards up
Kicking off #MerlotMe in the Pacific time zone (#WinePW) Read More »
Several months ago, I was lucky enough to take part in a Snooth virtual tasting of four wines from Murrieta’s Well in the Livermore Valley of California. When we got to the 2016 Merlot, winemaker Robbie Meyer suggested Thanksgiving dinner as the perfect pairing partner. After sampling his Merlot and later opening five others during
Merlot for Thanksgiving: Who’s planning ahead? Read More »