Powers Cabernet Sauvignon 2010I'm always on the lookout for everyday wines. You know what I mean too. Wines that you can drink on a daily basis and not feel badly about drinking because they don't make them anymore. I have a small collection of treasures that I don't know if … [Read more...]
Fogo de Chao
Brazil, the land of the mighty Amazon. It is the largest country in South America with a language that sounds like Spanish but not quite. Many people are unaware of the large beef production in Brazil, resulting in amazing steakhouses called “churrascaria.” Joining the restaurant … [Read more...]
Santa Julia Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
When I don't know what to get, I get Santa Julia Cabernet Sauvignon 2011. We all have our go-to wine. Well, this one is mine. I have had it a million times, and it never disappoints. I have tried their other varietals, and they are all excellent. For under $10, this is great … [Read more...]
Chamisal Chardonnay 2010
Whenever I take wine to someone's house, it is usually a chardonnay. Is it just my observation, or do people like chardonnay more than any other varietal? Maybe it is just in my group of friends. For the most part, if I want a crowd pleaser, a chardonnay or moscato are sure to … [Read more...]
Stella Wines
My friends know that I’m a wine writer, and they like to throw out suggestions. Bless their white cotton socks. I am always a bit cautious. Not everyone is a real wine drinker. There’s something about knowing where the wine is grown, who makes it, how the fog covers the grape … [Read more...]
