Chardonnay
Rex Goliath 2004 (about $7): Does it get any better than this? A California Chard that’s loaded with flavors and value priced at under $10 a bottle. The wine is packed with baked apple and tropical fruits and a touch of oak on the finish to complete the package. If you like big, tasty Chardonnays […]
Thurston Wolfe Wines Featured at Bistecca Restaurant
Last month I moderated a six-course dinner at Bellingham’s Bistecca Italian Steakhouse. Each course, superbly prepared by Chef Marc Eilberg, was matched with a premium wine from Thurston Wolfe Winery in Prosser. Thurston Wolfe winemaker Wade Wolfe always does an excellent job with a wide array of varietals and offers them at extremely reasonable prices. […]
Syrah: Another Up and Coming Washington Red Wine
Several weeks ago I noted how well Washington State Cabernets are comparing with those produced in the rest of the world. Another red wine from Washington that is becoming increasingly popular and also worth considering is Syrah. Many Washington Syrahs are packed with fruit flavors, have subtle touches of spiciness, and pair well with a […]
Try These Terrific Wines from “Down Under”
Last month I taught a class at Bellingham Technical College that featured wines from Australia and New Zealand. It almost seems as if wines from “down under” have become an overnight sensation in the United States, when in fact the winemaking success of these countries has been going on for decades. If you like fragrant […]
Dinner at Bistecca Italian Steakhouse
I’ll be moderating a six-course dinner at Bellingham’s Bistecca Restaurant featuring wines from Thurston Wolfe Winery in Prosser, Washington. Thurston Wolfe has come out with some awesome wines and I think you’re really going to be impressed with how well they’re drinking right now. The event gets underway at 6:30 pm and is located at […]