Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Region

Alto Moncayo Veraton Grenache and Mollydooker Merlot at Bell Alto Moncayo Veraton Grenache and Mollydooker Merlot at Bell

On Wednesday, locals gathered at Bell Wine and Spirits to taste wines for a “Best of Bell’s” grand wine tasting. There were many gems among the bunch. On Tuesday, we received a preview from D.C.’s Wine Budget Examiner, Rob Garretson, who noted one of the special values of the night: the 2006 Las Rocas Garnacha. But there were many more. One... [Read more of this review]


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Red

Norton Malbec Reserva, 2006: Cold Day Remedy

With winter temperatures below normal and snow above average, it’s the perfect... 


2006 Luigi Bosca single vineyard Malbec, DOC 2006 Luigi Bosca single vineyard Malbec, DOC

During the past few decades, Argentinean wines have undergone a transformation. Argentina... 


2006 Clos Saint Jean Chateauneuf-du-Pape ‘Vieilles Vignes’ 2006 Clos Saint Jean Chateauneuf-du-Pape ‘Vieilles Vignes’

Last week at Bell Wine and Spirits’ grand tasting, clientele tasted the 2006... 


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Austria

Vidalia wine tastings and Salomon Grüner Veltliner

If you are a true blue wino, recessions can be a drag on your tasting activity. But... 


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