We came across Zenaida Cellars towards the end of a recent Paso Robles trip. It was supposed to be our last winery of the stay as we made our way out of town, but upon the recommendation of the woman serving us 10:30 a.m., we headed up the road to Ecluse. We are now members…
Tag: syrah
Grenache, Red Blend, Syrah, Under $20
Review: 2013 Morgan Winery Cotes du Crowes Grenache Syrah
by wineforthewin •
I’ve had my share of GSMs (Grenache, Syrah, Mourevadre), but it wasn’t until my birthday earlier this week when I tasted just a GS. Distinctively missing the high tannin, rich Mourevadre, this unique blend of 52% Grenache and 48% Syrah really caught my attention. Let the wine breathe for a bit if you don’t want…
California, edna valley, Syrah
Review: 2012 Wolff Vineyards Syrah
by wineforthewin •
So good. I mean it’s so good. That’s all my fiancé and I kept saying as we finished a bottle of 2012 Wolff Vineyards Syrah, which we picked up on a recent trip to San Luis Obispo. Funnily enough, when we tasted the Syrah on the vineyard’s patio, which is super cute and worth a…
Blends, California
Review: 2012 Hahn Winery GSM
by wineforthewin •
This blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourevedre is fruit-forward with a long, dry finish. The grenache makes it bold and the meaty mourevedre sews it all together. I tasted dark fruits–blackberries and blueberries–in this deep ruby-colored wine. I enjoyed it a lot with some meaty pasta at one of my Favorite Italian joints, Fritto…
California, Over $25, Paso Robles, Red Blend
Review: 2010 Tablas Creek En Gobelet
by wineforthewin •
Friday night was frustrating. On my way to pick up the other half from the train station, I get pulled over by a cop who gives me a ticket. Then my car won’t start and the cop just drives off. Triple A comes and saves me and lover drives home. What a sucky start to…
Non-California, Review, Rose, Under $10
Review: 2012 Planeta Syrah/Nero d’Avola
by wineforthewin •
Tangerines! That’s the first thing I thought of when I sipped this rose that look more orange than pink. I’ve been on a rose kick since I had the La Ferme Julien Rose and decided to order a glass of this sucker after waiting in a very long line at a pizza place that was…
Interesting Fact
Top produced wines: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
by wineforthewin •
Although they’ve been in the top 10 for more than two decades, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot had been bringing up the rear back in 1990. But now, they’ve catapulted to first and second place when it comes to top produced wines. Other wines such as Syrah made even bigger jumps, with that varietal running up…
Blends, Red Blend, Review, Under $10
Review: 2012 Apothic Red Winemaker’s Blend
by wineforthewin •
After a day full of skiing in Big Bear, your body craves Alleve and warmth. Apothic Red is the next best thing. The sweet, vanilla-y red blend will soothe what ails you and warm you right up, especially if you have a glass or three. The mixture of Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon is…
Money Saver, Non-California, Rose, Syrah, Under $20
Review: Arrogant Frog Syrah Rose
by wineforthewin •
Twist off! I am a cork lover through and through, but I’ve been seeing more screw caps as I browse wine store shelves and honestly, they have their benefits. Think of all those times you headed to a picnic with a beautiful bottle of wine only to get there and uh-oh, you forgot the cork…