Category Archives: France

The Malbec Tasting That Almost Was…

It was my intention to put together a very nice Malbec tasting for this Tuesday evening. I, along with a few friends, went to Pearson’s and asked Michael for his recommendations. We started with a wonderful Malbec which was medium … Continue reading

Posted in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, Califorina, France, Granacha, Grenache, Red, Shiraz, Spain, Syrah | 1 Comment

Champagne – A Tale of Three Grapes

Wine – Cleveland Park Francois de Rozay Champagne, NV Brut Reims, Verzeney – $29.99 Domaine Rolet, Cremant de Jura, NV Brut, Cuvee Coeur de Chardonnay (Blanc de blanc) – $21.99 Domaine Chevrot, Cremant de Bourgogne, Brut (Balnc de noir) – … Continue reading

Posted in Calvert Woodley, France, Pinot Noir | 1 Comment

Great Christmas Party with Wine Friends and Others

Just got back from a great Christmas party at a friend of mines from wine class. The food was great after he had been cooking and baking off and on for like the last week. There was shrimp, baked salmon … Continue reading

Posted in 2002, 2005, A. Rafanelli, A. Rafanelli Winery, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Califorina, Dry Creek Valley, France, Mills Wine, Napa, Rafanelli, Red, Turley, Turley Wine Cellars, Zinfandel | Leave a comment

Wines From Places You Probably have never been

I’m finishing up gathering the last two wines for my class this Tuesday (11/27/2007). The theme I have come up with is one that I have thought about for a long time. The theme is “wines from places you might … Continue reading

Posted in 1995, 1997, 2002, 2005, A. Litteri, Bell's Wine and Spirit, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Califorina, France, Grenache, Italy, Mills Wine, Red, Rick's Wine and Gourmet, UnWined Wine and Gourmet, Vouvray, White, Wide World of Wine | 4 Comments

BONJOUR!

Washington Wine and Cheese Seminar proudly presents Chateauneuf-du-Pape! This is a special $25 tasting featuring five excellent examples of the renowned C-du-P region. We have strained the budget to be able to present a tasting with not just one or … Continue reading

Posted in 2004, 2005, Calvert Woodley, Chateauneuf du Pape, Epoisse, France, Parrano, Red, Total Wine and More | 3 Comments