Monthly Archives: December 2006
Bugey Bugey Bugey!!!
There is nothing in the history of the world more refreshing than Bugey. A low alcohol sparkler made from Gamay, pink in color, it is a joy to drink. It is ever-so-slightly sweet. To paraphrase Terry Theise: Sweetness is not a crime! The Bugey has plenty of acidity so it finishes clean, but yes, damnit, [...]
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…And That’s One To Grow On
Customer: “How much would the wine that Jesus made cost?” Me: “Uh, I think it would be priceless.”
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2001 Maculan Brentino: Who Knew?
I bought a few of these a couple years ago and stashed them away. A Cab/Merlot blend from the Veneto that is about 15 bucks retail. I cracked one open tonight and it was incredible. After about an hour of air, tasting blind with my nerdy wine group, the consensus was Bordeaux. But no! I [...]
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