Archive for the ‘Wine’ Category

Les Caves Joseph – Bordeaux – 2008 – Wine Review

11/06/2010

The best red yet reviewed.  I’m about 90% sure this one also came from Trader Joe’s.  So look there first. (more…)

Trader Joe’s French Market Reserve Merlot (2007) – Wine Review

10/30/2010

 Some people might think there’s a problem sipping Merlot at 7:30 am.  No way.

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Fat bastard – Shiraz 2007 – Wine Review

10/13/2010

The first question that comes to mind is,  what’s a Fat bastard?

 

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Trader Joe’s Coastal Zinfandel 2007 – Wine Review

09/06/2010

One description of a Zinfandel is, “A powerful wine known for its pepper, spice and tannins …”.   Forget about the pepper, spice and other flavors attributed to any type of wine.  I’ve never been able to taste them.  TJ’s Coastal Zinfandel is powerful with heavy tannins.

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