I just had a glass of wine that may make me fall in love with Cabernets again. And inspired me to actually write these words — that hasn’t happened in awhile. I don’t think I’ve enjoyed a glass of Cabernet so much since the 2001 Estancia.
Lately, in my sporadic wine drinking, I’ve been flirting with [...]
I’m not a food blogger. For the record.
But, damn. My culinary co-conspirator came over last week to help make & devour some roasted vegetables. We sliced portabellos, red peppers, leeks, and eggplant, tossed them with olive oil and kosher salt, and roasted them in the oven until they were cruncy.
Well, except for the eggplant, which [...]
We uncorked this tasty zin blend an hour ago to celebrate putting the kids to bed early! Four Vines Zin is a 80% Zin/20% syrah from California. Fruity with hints of spice up front, finishing in a nice oaky taste. Smooth, silky, and spicey. I paid $9.99, and I’m thinking of going back to buy [...]
I found a treasure in Montevina Zin. This wine has everything I love about Zinfandel: layers, complexity, and drinkability. The label even says it’s “Like a pair of worn-in blue jeans,” and I have to concur. We enjoyed this bottle over some good literature while hanging out in our sanctuary (read this: the bedroom after [...]
