Wednesday Wine reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher

2023 Clarendelle Domaine Clarence Dillon Graves, France $36.99 A blend of 49% Sauvignon Blanc, 37% Semillon, and 14% Muscadet.  Lemon yellow with medium-minus intensity.  On the nose, lemon cream, banana, green apple, melon, peach, honey, toast, biscuit, and flint.  Good balance.  The palate follows the nose, with notes of pineapple, lime, pear, and grapefruit, and … Read more

Blasted Church Vineyards ♪ The Most Wonderful Sale of the Year ♪

Blasted Church is ringing out the year with a heavenly sale.

Eat, Drink and Be Merry at Provence Marinaside

It’s the most wine-derful time of the year!

Ripasso and Amarone at Franco’s

The email from Franco’s Liquor Store read: “Compare two iconic styles from Italy’s Veneto region. Discover the bold, velvety richness of Amarone and the approachable, fruit-forward Ripasso as Luigi walks you through their differences, histories, and unique characteristics.” This was one tasting I wasn’t going to miss. Ripasso and Amarone are red wines from Italy’s … Read more