Plonk Plonk Fizz Fizz, Red; Mostly Napa Cabs, Tastings

Plonk Plonk Fizz Fizz Part 2 – The Reds

Our journey into red plonk territory wasn't nearly as successful as the whites were. Of the four wines we tasted, just one was worth buying-- the Brigaldara Valpolicella Classico 2014. But even there, the vote was a split decision. Gary liked it enough to buy again, Lisa would drink it again if placed directly in… Continue reading Plonk Plonk Fizz Fizz Part 2 – The Reds

Lisa's Whites, Plonk Plonk Fizz Fizz, Summer Love, Tastings

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

Central/South American Wines, Red; Mostly Napa Cabs, Tastings, Travel

For Cinco de Mayo, toss the tequila and have some Mexican wine. Our fave producer is Monte Xanic. Excellent NYT article!

https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/04/25/travel/travel-mexico-baja-california-wine-country.html

Lisa's Whites, Shops + Shows, Tastings

Eastern Europe Lands in Boston

Note: Following is a favorite post from 2014. Eastern European blood runs through both members of VinoDuo’s veins, though it’s more Jewish shtetl than rolling vineyards. So when Lisa saw that a handful of winemakers from the old country were exhibiting at the Boston Wine Expo 2014, she made a beeline for their tables and… Continue reading Eastern Europe Lands in Boston