Spring and summer are for grilling, and a great match for any charbroiled steak is an Argentinean Malbec. Bell Wine and Sprits made several great Malbec wines available for tasting last week’s grand tasting. The D.C. Wine Budget Examiner already reviewed the Maipe Malbec, which is a tremendous value at $10.99 a bottle. But if…
Red Wine
Bridlewood Central Coast Syrah, Reserve 2004
Sometimes a wine is so good, you just have to bite the bullet and pay shipping if it isn’t readily available in your area. The Bridlewood Central Coast Syrah, Reserve 2004 is one of those wines. Another option is to ask a local retailer to order and stock it. This Bridlewood Syrah is a lovely…
Cambria Pinot Noir, Julia’s Vineyard 2006
Cambria Pinot Noir, Julia’s Vineyard, is a great buy that is sold widely in the D.C. metro area. You can pick it up affordably in Georgetown’s Dean and Deluca, a specialty retailer with a mission for offering only the best quality. You can also find it comparably priced around $20 at supermarkets, Costco, Bell Wine…
Grape & Bean and d’Arenberg’s “Hermit Crab”
D.C.-area wine lovers should be rejoicing because the past several years have seen the opening of many great wine bars and shops offering tastings with table service and small bites. These venues offer the best of all worlds: expert advice, affordable wine samples, yummy snacks for pairing, and of course, a great experience! Among these…