This is a WONDERFUL blend of Chenin Blanc and Viognier. If you like the dryness of Chenin Blanc or the sweetness of Viognier, or if you don’t tend to like either one, you’ll probably love this wine! This blend is great for both lovers and haters of the varietals, as it blends them harmoniously to make something very flavorful and unique. It drinks easily by itself or with lighter food dishes, and is refreshing during warmer days. Pick it up for $9.99 at Total Wine in Tustin. Don’t forget to check out my blog at www.OCWineAndLifestyle.com, or the Facebook Fan Page for OC Wine and Lifestyle. Also, after the show, stay tuned for a quick slide show of my newest listing in Tustin Ranch, CA. Happy Tasting!
January 28, 2011
March 11, 2010
Here’s what’s going on at Total Wine in Tustin this weekend: Tastings for St. Patty’s Day! Remember that if you are interested in info regarding real estate or market trends in Orange County, you can visit me at www.KathySchager.com. Also, don’t forget to visit The OC Wine and Lifestyle Facebook Fan Page. May the luck of the Irish be with you!
December 3, 2009
Hell ‘n Back Pacific Edge 2006 Zinfandel
Hell n Back Pacific Edge 2006 Zinfandel. GNARLY finish!
August 11, 2009
Castillo d Clavijo Rioja Crianza 2004
- Reasonable wine for the price
The Castillo d Clavijo Rioja Crianza 2004 starts out strong with a wonderful nose of leather, spice, dark berry and hints of vanilla. The palate is a little less fabulous but has nice smoky flavors of strawberry, cherry and cedar. The finish is my least favorite part of this wine experience, but it’s not the worst I’ve had. There is just a hint of a cough syrup flavor in the midst of the cherries in the finish, bit it’s not so overwhelming that it would prevent me from buying this wine again. Let it breathe sufficiently before drinking and that will diminish. Overall, not wonderful but not bad, either. You can buy this wine for the very cost effective price of $5.99 at Total Wine in Tustin.
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August 8, 2009
Running With Scissors Cabernet 2006
- Quite nice for the price!
I’m on my third bottle of this cab in the last several months. It’s hard to find a decent cabernet for under $10.00, but I have to give some kudos to Running With Scissors. This is a pretty smooth and tasty cabernet for a whopping $7.99 at Total Wine in Tustin. On the nose, there are hints of cedar and dark berry. The palate is rich with cassis, cherry, earth and just a hint of raspberry, which is followed by a full but smooth finish. This wine is quite robust and is very pleasant from start to finish. Medium to full bodied. Don’t be afraid to try this cab. Let it breathe for at least 10 minutes before drinking.
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August 7, 2009
Domaine de la Presidente Grands Classiques Cotes du Rhone 2007
Quite a lovely treat!
I’ve purchased this wine twice now, just to be absolutely sure that I liked it the second time as much as I did the first time. It’s an interesting blend of a few varietals, including Grenache (primary) and Syrah. On the nose, you’ll enjoy a spicy, cherry scent. The palate bursts with an earthy and peppery flavor mixed with red berry and fruit that carries through to a very pleasant finish. The is the best French wine I’ve had in a while (since I haven’t purchased any Chateauneuf du Pape for quite some time). I would definitely recommend this one, especially at the fantastic price of $7.99 at Total Wine in Tustin.
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June 16, 2009
Macchia Sangiovese 2007 “Amorous”
Catching the tail end of a tasting, I was only offered one red to taste – the Macchia Sangiovese 2007 from Lodi, CA. As they say, size (or in this case, number of tastes) doesn’t matter. This wine was worth the trip in and of itself. But be careful – with 15.8% alcohol, don’t over-do it! Just sit back and enjoy spicy cedar notes on the nose, with black licorice and cherry soon to follow on the palate. It lingers with an earthy cherry finish, which I found delightful. You can find this for a steal of $14.99 at Total Wine in Tustin.
