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Who’s afraid of a tasting note?
by Robin Garr| July 24, 2026 If you’re feeling shy about taking a wine-tasting note, much less sharing it, remember, it can be this simple: “It was fruity and red. I liked it.” Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: How much will you …
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Caruso & Minini “Frappello”
Medium-dark garnet in color, Caruso & Minini “Frappello” gets its name from its blend of two indigenous Sicilian grapes – Frappato and Nerello Mascalese – in equal parts. Ripe cranberry and pomegranate aromas are surrounded by an intense mix of dri…
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How much will you pay for rosé?
by Robin Garr | July 17, 2026 If you’re looking for a fancy red wine or a high-end white, you’ll expect to pay real money. But nobody expects a pricey rosé. What’s up with that? Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Tradition! Read a…
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It’s Greek to me
by Robin Garr| July 10, 2026 I don’t often see Greek wine in local shops, but when I do (with the possible exception of retsina), I’ll grab a bottle with happy anticipation. Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Wine and pickles? Do…
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Thymiopoulos Macedonia Xinomavro
Clear ruby color, not too dark, Thymiopoulos Xinomavro offers an appealing introduction to the Greek Xinomavro grape. Its red-fruit and herbal aromas are fresh and inviting, with a hint of fresh tomatoes on the vine joining strawberry and notes of red …
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Wine and pickles? Don’t try this at home!
by Robin Garr| July 3, 2026 You might or might not want to know this, but I recently read that Sauvignon Blanc with iced pickles is now a thing. I tried it so you won’t have to. Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Tradition! Read a…
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Natural wine? Prove it!
by Robin Garr| June 26, 2026 I like the idea of natural wine. Clean, pure, additive-free, treads lightly on the Earth? Gimme! But natural is controversial, and I understand that. Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Wine and chips b…
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Santa Julia “El Burro” Malbec
Certified organic, unfiltered, and made with no added sulfites, Santa Julia “El Burro” Malbec Natural is a dark reddish-purple in color with a garnet edge. This natural wine delights with exuberant scents of red berries, plums, black cherry, and a bac…
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Wine and chips because why not?
by Robin Garr| June 19, 2026 “Red wine with red meat,” says the conventional, oversimplified wisdom. But this week’s enlightenment came not with meat but a simple tortilla chip. Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Tradition! Read …
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Tradition!
by Robin Garr| June 12, 2026 Does tradition matter? Should every region stick with the grapes it does best, or try new ideas? For instance, would you like to try a Mosel Shiraz? Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Dry or sweet? R…
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