Friday, December 30, 2016

Rex-Goliath Chardonnay

This is a California, oaked white wine. A classic Chardonnay, it has flavors of ripe pineapple and citrus fruits. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be wonderful with seafood, chicken, or pasta dishes such as fettucine alfredo.

Southern Point Chardonnay

This is a California oaked white wine, produced by Southern Point Vineyards. It has flavors of green apple and citrus fruits. I consider it to be full-bodied. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif. However, it would be delightful with seafood or chicken dishes, or cheeses and other appetizers.

2014 William Wright Chardonnay

This is a California oaked white wine. It is a full-bodied, classic Chardonnay, with flavors of ripe pear and tropical fruit, with creamy caramel and toasted oak. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with seafood, chicken, or aged cheese.

2015 Burlwood Cellars Chardonnay

This is a California oaked white wine, purchased at Aldi. It is medium-bodied and semi-dry, with luscious flavors of  ripe peach and pineapple. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with seafood or roast chicken.

Naughty and Nice wine

Naughty and Nice is a sweet white table wine, made for Christmas by North Carolina winery Duplin Cellars. I enjoy all of their holiday wines, but this one is my favorite. Treat YOUR Santa to a bottle!

Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Fetzer Sundial Chardonnay

This is a California oaked Chardonnay. It has flavors of ripe apple, pear, and tropical fruit. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif. One of my favorites.

Frontera Chardonnay

This is an oaked white wine, from Chile. It has flavors of ripe apple and papaya. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Simply Naked Unoaked Chardonnay

This is a California white wine. It has flavors of ripe apple, melon and pear, with just a touch of honey. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Friday, December 9, 2016

2015 Menage a Trois Gold Chardonnay

This is a California oaked white wine. It is rich and indulgent, and very buttery. It has flavors of tropical fruits and vanilla. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif. Very enjoyable.

2014 Crane Lake Chardonnay

This is a California oaked white wine. It has flavors of  ripe apple and pear, with a hint of  citrus. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Twisted Chardonnay

This is a California oaked white wine. It has flavors of citrus, ripe pear, and green apple, and aromas of lemon, honey, and vanilla. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif. However, I think it would be excellent paired with chicken dishes.

Making homemade blackberry and blueberry wine

 On September 29th, I began fermenting two very small bottles of wine: one blackberry and one blueberry. Simple ingredients: the fruit, suga...