While the grape is more commonly known as Syrah, some new world wine producing countries (countries outside of Europe), have adopted the name Shiraz. Shiraz, when cultivated with care, creates extremely bold, tannic, fruity wines. Unfortunately, a majority of the plantings in Australia are used to produce inexpensive, low quality ‘jug wines’ (brands like YellowContinue reading “January 20-Australian Shiraz”
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February Tasting Schedule
As winter wears on…and on….I’ve picked some wines to help brighten the spirts! February 3rd- Nero d’Avola February 10th-Chianti February 17th-Port February 24th-California Zinfandel Cheers! -TheLooseTannin
January 13-California Pinot Noir
I can not go very long in this blog without mentioning the beloved wine movie, Sideways. If you haven’t seen it, the lead character, Miles, has a devotion to Pinot (cuz he ain’t drinking any fucking Merlot. More about the impact of that single movie quote on the wine industry some other time). His romanceContinue reading “January 13-California Pinot Noir”
January 6-Bordeaux Red Blend
Bordeaux seemed like a logical place to start this little excursion but also highly complicated so I’m going to attempt to simplify it as best as I can! A huge amount of the reason it is so complicated is due to the French Wine Laws. These laws regulate what grape varieties can be grown, howContinue reading “January 6-Bordeaux Red Blend”
January Wine Tasting Schedule
We won’t be wasting anytime and jumping right off with the most well known wine region in the world, Bordeaux! Let the adventure begin! January 6- A French Bordeaux Red blend (look for names like Medoc, Pauilliac, Saint-Emilion, Saint-Julien, Saint Estephe, Pomerol, Graves, Margaux) January 13- California Pinot Noir (Sonoma and Santa Barbara County areContinue reading “January Wine Tasting Schedule”
A Trip Around the World of Wine in 52 Weeks 