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Sauv Blanc Showdown

March 9, 2010
Sauv Blanc Showdown

While I missed out on the mass online tasting of Sauvignon blancs on Twitter last week, I did manage to open a couple of sample bottles I’d received. FULL DISCLOSURE: Both Sauvignon blanc wines talked about in this post were given to me as samples. We were invited to some friends for a dinner...
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Posted in Above average, California, Lake County, Marlborough, New Zealand, Not for me, Sauvignon blanc | No Comments »

Champagne Oudinot

March 6, 2010
Champagne Oudinot

For those about to ask, I actually paid for this wine. It was a reasonable, for Champagne that is, $19.99 for a half bottle at Total Wine. While I’m not a big fan of theirs (or big boxes in general), they do have a nice selection of half bottles compared to most shops. I...
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Champagne Jean Pierre Lalouelle and OTBN

March 2, 2010
Champagne Jean Pierre Lalouelle and OTBN

OTBN = Open That Bottle Night. A tradition born in 2000, calling oenophiles from far and wide to gather with their brethren and open special occasion bottles of wine that just never found their name called to the podium. Sort of like Susan Lucci, though she too eventually found acceptance and recognition. The annual event,...
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Posted in Above average, Blend-red, Cabernet Sauvignon, Champagne, Farmer fizz, Napa Valley, Outstanding, Petite sirah, Sparkling | 4 Comments »

A smattering of rosés

March 1, 2010
A smattering of rosés

Last Friday saw the resurrection of a previously canceled tasting of sparkling rosés. Of course, you know I’m never one to pass up on some bubbles, so I attended in the hopes of catching a few items I’d not yet had. 4 out of 5 ain’t bad, as the other one I already have...
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Posted in Above average, Average, California, Cava, Champagne, Not for me, Sparkling | 3 Comments »

2005 Sparkling Pointe Topaz Imperial

February 25, 2010
2005 Sparkling Pointe Topaz Imperial

Did you know they make bubbly on Long Island, NY? Me neither. I once lived on Long Island, for about six years during my late junior high and high school years. It was a tough transition, moving from my native Texas to the bustling suburb of New York City called Nassau county. It was a tough...
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