WINE PAIRING

Review: Coppola Reserve Syrah

Posted on by Lonnie Metzler
Coppola Reserve Syrah
I’m so excited because our fall shipment of Coppola Wine just arrived last week. The first bottle out of the box was the Reserve Syrah.  I poured myself a glass before dinner and before I could finish it, I spilled the last few drops on the carpet.  Recently the hubs and I have been talking about new flooring in the living room and dining room.  So instead of getting angry over spilled wine, I sai...
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National Wine Day

Posted on by Lonnie Metzler
#nationaliwneday
Here are a few to try: 2014 Simi Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon La Posta Pizzela 2014 Malbec While enjoying a glass this evening, here are a few things to ponder… The Wine Institute reports that in 2015, Americans drank 915 Million gallons of Wine. That’s a lot of wine!  Picture this; one acre of grapevines produces 797 gallons of ...
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Review: 2013 Archimedes Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on by Lonnie Metzler
Archimedes
The beauty of living in the country is that I get to take really awesome pictures of ordinary things. It is fun to play around with what’s outside and create semi-professional looking pictures.  I mean, come on, look at how amazing this picture makes me look.  Haha!  I am no professional photographer, but I like to pretend that I am. Anyway, this particular bottle of wine is special. I wa...
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Review: Josh Cellars 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon

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  Josh Cellars Cab has recently become one of my favorite wines. It is easy to enjoy by itself or paired with a casual meal. It’s juicy with hints of blackberries, cherries and has the aroma of vanilla and spices. It’s rated at 89 points and at just $18, it is an easy choice to pair with any meal. I suggest a grilled chicken salad or even hamburgers. This one won’t let you down. En...
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Review: The Prisoner 2012

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The Prisoner Wine Company’s  2012 red blend, is a mouth full of explosive fruit. It is not a subtle wine but and in-your-face red a blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Savignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah and Charbon. Its bold with hints of black cherry, cinnamon and chocolate. This is a family favorite. In fact, each Christmas my husband treats the family to a magnum bottle for the table at Christmas...
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Review: Benziger Family Winery 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon

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#nationalwineday
At around $20 and rated at 85 points, this wine is fabulous and affordable! I picked it up after hearing quite positive reviews from my dad. Like me, he is no sommelier, but does enjoy wine…as does just about everyone in my family. While enjoying this easy-to-drink Cab, I got cherries, chocolate, berries and coffee. It had a wonderfully, delightful smooth finish. Don’t you just love how talk...
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Review: La Posta Pizzella Family Vineyard 2014 Malbec

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La Posta Pizzella Family Vineyard 2014 Malbec is a full bodied Argentinian red wine that pairs well with anything from chipotle chicken enchiladas to a grilled ribeye. At 86 points and only $18, this wine is woody, peppery and has hints of raspberries and blackberries. If you love Argentinian wines, Malbecs or just love wine like me, you’re sure to enjoy this one! Enjoy and until next time...
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