Category Archives: 2006

Food and Wine with Chef Damon Hersh

Posted on April 4, 2008 by John F Croston III

Menu Vichyssoise (deconstructed)  – Wine: Grotta Del Sole Asprinio d’Aversa Spumante Brut – Italy – $14 Tuna Tartare – Tuna And Mache Salad On Flatbread – Wine: 2006 – Cantine Botromagno Gravina – Italy – $12 Chicken Florentine Tartlettes – … Continue reading →

Posted in 2004, 2005, 2006, Califorina, Calvert Woodley, Dry Creek Valley, Italy, Pearsons, Pinot Noir, Red, White, Zinfandel | Leave a comment

My Wines might be Petite, but I’m Not‏ – Petite Verdot

Posted on March 22, 2008 by John F Croston III

Washington Wine and Cheese Seminar – March 18, 2008 Presented by – John F Croston III Wine Shelf Price 2006 – White Hall Vineyards – (UnWined) – (VA)- $15.99 2004 – Ballast Stone – (Bell’s Wine) – (AUS) – $15.99 … Continue reading →

Posted in 2004, 2005, 2006, Australia, Bell's Wine and Spirit, Cabernet Sauvignon, Calvert Woodley, Lodi, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Petite Syrah, Petite Verdot, Red, UnWined Wine and Gourmet | Leave a comment

Italian Immigrant Winemakers in California.

Posted on February 20, 2008 by efc

Lynne Cool will be guest presenter for the class tomorrow night. This is one you will not want to miss. In addition to exploring the contributions of Italian winemakers to the wine culture of California, Lynne will discuss the much-disputed … Continue reading →

Posted in 2005, 2006, Bell's Wine and Spirit, Califorina, Calvert Woodley, Italy, Merlot, Red | 1 Comment

Wines I dreamed of in Iraq! (Not really but some really good granache)

Posted on January 21, 2008 by efc

Wines I dreamed of in Iraq! Well, since we have Two Blondes and and Brunette and Big A$% Reds, I thought I should have my own series. Since I’m not part of the writers guild I think its acceptable to … Continue reading →

Posted in 2004, 2005, 2006, Australia, Barrossa Valley, Granacha, Grenache, Malbec, Red, Spain | Leave a comment

Hot Wines for Cool Nights – (11/13/2007)

Posted on November 18, 2007 by John F Croston III

Wines from Pearson’s: N/V Cristalino Rose,Cava (Pendes, Spain) – $8.00 2006 Tres Picos, Granacha (Campo de Borja,Spain) – $13.00 2003 Vigne Vecche Primativa (Salento, Apulia, Itlay) – $20.00 2003 Amarone, Zardini (Verone, Italy) – $39.00 N/V Madeira, Brodbent, Fine/Rich (Madeira) … Continue reading →

Posted in 2003, 2006, Asiago, Calvert Woodley, Granacha, Grenache, Italy, Madeira, N/V, Pearsons, Primativo, Red, Spain | Leave a comment

Alexander Valley Vineyards Tasting

Posted on November 6, 2007 by efc

A representative from Alexander Valley Winery will be coming in to lead a Cabernet Sauvignon component tasting for us. Alexander Valley is prestigious family-owned winery in northern Sonoma County, California. Most of their production is reds. In addition to their … Continue reading →

Posted in 2005, 2006, Alexander Valley, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Garrotxa, Goat, Gorgonzola, Gorgonzola Picante, Malbec, Merlot, Red, Zinfandel | 1 Comment

Gewurztraminer

Posted on October 31, 2007 by John F Croston III

Sorry, this took so long to post, I have been very busy with work and other things. I spent last weekend with about 50 other people building a web application called www.holaneighbor.com. It’s about creating a community in your area. … Continue reading →

Posted in 2005, 2006, Alsace, Arrowine, Calvert Woodley, Emmental, Gerwurztaminer, Italy, MacArthur, Rodmans, Roquefort, Southeastern New Endgland, Virginia, White | Leave a comment

Malbecs!

Posted on October 16, 2007 by efc

An all-Malbec tasting at WWCS. These are five of the best Malbecs from Chile and Argentina, carefully selected by Jean and by Dottie and John from the Wall Street Journal. Seriously–we’re going to enjoy the wines that the Wall Street … Continue reading →

Posted in 2004, 2005, 2006, Malbec | 1 Comment

Two Blondes, a Brunette and Five Reds – Big Bodacious Blends Part 1

Posted on September 22, 2007 by efc

Tuesday, September 18! The return of Two Blondes, A Brunette and Five Reds presented by Lori Draheim, Carol Rentz and Jill LaPanna. Our theme for this tasting is Big Bodacious Blends! These are some tasty juice! The wines we will … Continue reading →

Posted in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, Bell's Wine and Spirit, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Calvert Woodley, Carigane, Fromage d' Affinois, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Out of Site, Pearsons, Provolone, Provolone Picante, Red, Sangiovese, Shiraz, Total Wine and More | 4 Comments