I've run out of clichés for my favorite Rosé of the year: Summer in a glass. Party in a bottle. Deck wine of deck wines. That's how over the moon I am about "Innocence," the 2018 Rosé from First Crush Winery on Cape Cod. Yes, Cape Cod. The grapes don't emerge from sand dunes...they come… Continue reading The Rosé of the Summer: First Crush Winery
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An Italian and Two French Rosés Walk Into a Bar…
Actually, three rosés walked into our home, courtesy of visiting friends and our local wine shop. VinoDuo had Lisa's current fave on hand-- a 100% Sangiovese rosato from Tuscany while our friends generously brought two bottles from Provence. And just like that, we had the makings of a fun summer tasting. Provence is, of course,… Continue reading An Italian and Two French Rosés Walk Into a Bar…
Yes I Can
First they got rid of the corks. Then they put it in a box. And now, there's wine in a can. Una Lou is a hipper than thou offering from Scribe Winery, a decade-old winery from the Sonoma Valley. Easy to tote to the beach, swig on the deck...you know, like beer. I was skeptical,… Continue reading Yes I Can
Perfect End Of Summer Sancerre
Flinty. Tart. Sharp. Qualities you wouldn't look for in a mate but ones that Lisa gravitates towards in a white wine. As summer winds down and oyster season ramps up, we found a $20 Sancerre with a crisp, tart taste to add to your raw bar. Domaine des Hauts de Maimbray 2014 is bright and… Continue reading Perfect End Of Summer Sancerre
A Tale of 2 Roses
Celebrating American independence from England with French Rose at Eastern Standard. Chateau Pigoudet Grenache/Cinsault "Premiere" from Provence for Lisa and Dom. Roumagnac Negrette and Syrah "Authentique" from Fronton (SW France.) The Authentique? Lots of flinty limestone with gentle nectarine/ strawberry notes. Medium salmon color with a fresh nose. Terrific with grilled cheese or any other cheese… Continue reading A Tale of 2 Roses
Plonk Plonk Fizz Fizz Part 3 – The Fizz
And now, the Fizz. If you’ve been tasked with bringing the bubbly to a cookout, birthday or pool party and want to keep the price under $15 a bottle, here are three inexpensive options. We recommend two of them and our clear favorite [and the cheapest] is Anna Codorniu Reserva Blanc de Blancs Brut Cava.… Continue reading Plonk Plonk Fizz Fizz Part 3 – The Fizz
Plonk Plonk Fizz Fizz
Summer and wine go together like, well, winter and wine, or spring and wine. Wine is a treat for all seasons. But in the summer, even serious $30+ a bottle wine lovers can warm up to a $10 Catalan Garnaxta or an $8 Portuguese Vinho Verde. it’s warm. It’s sunny. And after 2 glasses, even… Continue reading Plonk Plonk Fizz Fizz
Vida Longa Vinho Verde
The Vinho Verde region of Portugal has been producing wine for 2,000+ years. VinoDuo has been drinking Vinho Verde wine for three years, and we wonder how we ever got through a summer without it. "Verde" translates to green, but in this case it refers to a young wine, released just 3 to 6 months… Continue reading Vida Longa Vinho Verde
Delightful Italian Rose, the perfect summer deck wine.
I fell for this 100% Sangiovese at first sip. Juicy, brightly acidic, cherry and strawberry aromas and a salmon-y color. Loved it before dinner, during dinner and with dessert. Our new deck wine! About $18/bottle.
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