These days, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with intense aromas and flavors of grapefruit and grass are all the rage. They are particularly refreshing on a summer day. But these super clean, crisp and powerful wines are too much for some wine drinkers. No need to fret if you are one of those people who would…
White Grapes
Vidalia wine tastings and Salomon Grüner Veltliner
If you are a true blue wino, recessions can be a drag on your tasting activity. But if you are fortunate enough to live in D.C., there are myriad opportunities to drink wine for free and enjoy them a classy environment. You can do that five days a week at Vidalia where you can taste…
Enjoy Summer with Susana Balbo Malbec and Crois Torrontes
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…
Di Lenardo Pinot Grigio, 2007: Quality on a Recession Budget
In this recession, you may find yourself at more affordable restaurants with limited wine selections, and might worry about quality. In such cases, Pinot Grigio is usually a safe bet and it’s a great bargain wine at many retail shops. Some people complain that it is not too exciting. Perhaps. But it rarely puts off…
Cork Wine Bar & Tissot Cremant
Cork Wine Bar is a great place to taste wine and socialize with friends for happy hour in D.C. The Washington Post recently called this venue one of the “most accomplished” wine bars in the D.C. metro area. Owners Dianne Gross and Khalid Pitts say they launched Cork Wine Bar in D.C.’s Logan Circle to…