Thursday, May 25, 2017

2014 Chateau St. Jean Bijou Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from California. Crisp and refreshing, it has flavors of rope nectarine, bright lemon, and passion fruit. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Belle Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from France. It has a beautiful gold color, and a rich, honeyed taste. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Gallo Vineyards Chardonnay

This is a medium-bodied Chardonnay from California. It has flavors of citrus, vanilla, and toasted oak. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2016 Flirty Bird Sauvignon Blanc

This is a semi-dry Sauvignon Blanc from Spain. It has flavors of ripe melon, citrus, and green apple. It is a light-bodied wine. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Friday, May 19, 2017

Lunetta Prosecco

This is an Italian sparkling wine. It is dry, yet fruity. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif. I made a cocktail, with Angostura bitters, a sprinkle of  sugar, a thin slice of lemon, and a maraschino cherry.

2016 Frontera Chardonnay by Concha y Toro

This is an oaked Chardonnay from Chile. It has flavors of ripe apple and pear, and buttery undertones. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2014 Noble Vines 446 Chardonnay

This is an oaked California Chardonnay. It has flavors of citrus, ripe tropical fruit, and pineapple. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be delightful with fish or 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...