Wine Challenge 2021 – Seeking Continual Flavor

Wine Challenge, Week 19: Tawny Port-straganza!

Anyone still here? I know, it’s been a while, but I’m back and here to talk wine once again. A toast to tawny port! Let’s go!

Wine Week, Part 3/3: “Phylloxera, the Great Destroyer of Vines”

After discussing the history of one of any vineyards’ many bogeymen, I conduct a comparison tasting of two examples of South Africa’s signature grape: Pinotage.

Wine Week, Part 2/3: “Wine World Awareness, Vintage 2021”

In part two of the “Wine Week” series, we zoom out to look at several events affecting the 2021 wine vintage across the world. Then, you can read through my assessment of a Barossa Valley GSM.

Wine Week, Part 1/3: “Ways to Make Your Local Wine Merchant Smile”

Part of a three-post series focusing on wine, wine buying, and wine pairing. We start with tips for visiting the local wine merchant, and then finish with a review of a South African Chenin Blanc.

Wine Challenge, Week 15: Tavel Rosé

A return to the Wine Challenge after a month’s hiatus. Going back to rosé first before hitting some heavier wines in the latter half of this journey.

Wine Challenge, Week 14: Zweigelt Rosé

As promised, how winemakers make rosé! Plus, we also touch on “organic vs. biodynamic” before tasting a beautifully nerdy wine from Austria.

Wine Challenge, Week 13: Orange Wine… Fad- Or Fantastic?

Time for a curveball! Orange wine? WHAT? Let’s dive in…

Wine Challenge, Week 12: California Chardonnay

Attempting appreciation of a wine style I don’t typically drink unless I have to, or when it’s the only option. Challenges are all about trying new things and re-examining old opinions, right? Here we go.

Wine Challenge, Week 11: Pinot on Parade, Day 3/3

The last in a mini-series called “Pinot on Parade,” we conclude the week of wine tasting with an Italian Pinot Grigio.

Wine Challenge, Week 9: Pinot on Parade, Day 1/3

Getting caught up on the Wine Challenge with a mini-series on the Pinot family. Tonight: a Chilean “reserva” Pinot Noir that proved both a pleasantly palatable surprise and a great deal for a limited budget.