To infinity and beyond! In celebration of Global Astronomy Month, I’m popping open a bottle of Gérard Bertrand Kosmos 2014. Kosmos is the symbol of the alliance of Gérard Bertrand and his winemakers’ spirit to blend varieties from the finest terroirs in the South of France, and the influence of the planetary forces from our…
Tag: Red Wine
Tempranillo Tuesdays
I’ve been exploring different regions and varietals, so lately I’ve been stuck in Spain. Located on the Iberian Peninsula, Spain has over 2.9 million acres of vines planted—making it the most widely planted wine producing nation and the third largest producer of wine in the world. The other night, I sipped on some Bodegas Faustino…
A Wine for the Pessimist (Red Blend) in us all
Sometimes my husband calls me a pessimist, but I like to think of myself as a realist. Glass half empty, glass half full—whatever. Regardless of our different perspectives, I thought this Pessimist Red Blend from DAOU Vineyards was rather fitting, so I had to try it. The label was an eye-grabber and on top of…
A Masterpiece in a Bottle
Working at a world-class art museum in Miami, I spend my day amongst great artworks. From sculpture to painting to film, I know what masterpieces look like. So when I grabbed a bottle the Killka Collection Malbec 2016, I knew it was something special. Since its debut vintage ten years ago, Bodegas Salentein has forged…
A Taste of France on South Beach
Last week at South Beach Wine and Food Festival, I tried a variety of wines—from rosés to reds to sparklings—but there was one booth I lingered around, Gérard Bertrand. They had their full lineup out and ready for tasting. Located in the South of France, Gérard Bertrand takes advantage of the land and its extraordinary…
Kickin’ it with Kirkland
If you read my blog, you know that I’m a big Costco fan. From seafood to cheese to wine, I’m team wholesale. I had a bottle of Kirkland Signature 2011 Gran Reserva, Ribera del Duero on my hands from a past house party, so I decided to break it out for a steak dinner. The…
Put a Bird on it!
There are certain inside jokes that you can’t help but laugh at even if no one else in the room gets it. One of my favorite inside jokes comes from a Portlandia skit where stars Carrie and Fred go into a boutique and make items trendy when they “put a bird on it,” so whenever…
Bears & Cabs
The nickname for my dog is Bodhi Bear – Bear for short. So I was giggling when I saw this Toasted Head Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, which features a fierce-looking bear on the label (the same look my Bodhi has when she’s hungry). Named for the traditional practice of toasting barrel heads and staves to impart…
Prisoner of Wine
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Between work, family, and commitments, you can sometimes feel like a prisoner to the man. Luckily, you’re not and can (ironically) drink to that with The Prisoner Red Blend 2015. The Prisoner Wine Company is a California producer based in Rutherford, Napa Valley, and is known for its highly acclaimed…
I’m Dreaming of a Red Christmas
During the holidays, there’s nothing better than warming up with a glass of red wine. I did that just the other night with Literatura de Chile Reserva Carménère 2013. It’s from Rapel Valley in Chile, a large wine-producing region that produces roughly a quarter of all Chilean wine. The warm, dry region makes a wide…