Food and Wine Pairing

... but I would add this wine is absolutely DELICIOUS! - 2005 JC Vizcarra Tempranillo Ribera del Duero

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... it’s the kind of wine that you really look forward to tasting. Frankly, this is what Tempranillo is all about...


This Chardonnay is a great value... - 2006 Columbia Crest Grand Estates Chardonnay

With the bright fresh smell of melon and sweet fig, and the taste of rich creamy apple, pear and pineapple,...


It can honestly go well with any meal - 2007 Mendoza Aqua de Piedra Malbec

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This is a very simple, smooth red wine, and it does not leave a sharp aftertaste.


An under-the-radar value 2006 Veo Grande Cabernet Sauvignon

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At $7, this is a respectable, worthy recession-era wine.


...what astounded me most recently is the profound depth of flavor... - 2001 Hewitt Cabernet Sauvignon

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The Hewitt cab delivers a mouth-coating richness that lights up every nook and cranny of my palate’s pleasure center.


...aptly describes the mouth feel as “caressingly soft.” - 2006 Domaine Bachey-Legros Santenay Clos Des Hates - Burgundy

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Drank with what food - Alone, but begs to be served with food.


This wine and ham will make you a hero - 2007 Trader Moon Honey Moon Viognier

Crack a bottle of this wine or two depending upon the number of guests and you have a winner.


... fabulous with game for Christmas... - 2007 Red Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon

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This wine would be fabulous with game for Christmas; Peasant, Duck or a properly cooked Prime Rib or Crown Rib Roast.


Light and airy with a hint of caramel - 2006 Bodegas Leza Garcia Valdepalacios from Rioja

The same steady white as you expect from a Rioja red...