Cork Notes: Herdade Do Esporao Reserva Blanco Alentejo 2009This Portuguese wine has notes of tropical fruit, citrus and lightly toasted oak. Mark Zappala,
2010 Niederösterreich ZweigeltHit the sweet spot with a bbq-friendly wine from E.&M. Berger. Mark Zappala,
2009 Yarden Mount Hermon Galillee RedThis Israeli Bordeaux blend from Golan Heights Winery is a pleasant surprise. Mark Zappala,
Cork Notes: 2009 Orgiolo Lacrima di Morro d’Alba SuperioreOnce popular in the 11th century, this Italian varietal is flourishing once again. Mark Zappala,
2008 Stump Jump Sticky ChardonnayGo down under this month with a rich and full bodied Chardonnay from McClaren Vale, Australia. Mark Zappala,
2008 LagardeThis February, fall in love with the 2008 Lagarde Primeras Vinas Malbec Mendoza. Mark Zappala,
2008 Carmine by Bodegas MurtiaStart the year off right with a fine Spanish wine made from Monastrell grapes. Mark Zappala,
2006 Ehlers Estate Cabernet Sauvignon '1886'A rich and complex wine, perfect to pair with any holiday feast. Mark Zappala,
2006 Paraduxx Napa Valley Red BlendWith hints of ripe cherry and dark fruit, this blend is perfect for the start of fall. Mark Zappala,
2008 Chateau St. Michele Indian Wells MerloThe perfect wine to pair with the height of outdoor grilling season. Mark Zappala,
2008 Acre ChardonnayThis Chardonnay is nicely balanced and smooth with a medium, creamy finish. Mark Zappala,
2008 Shannon Ridge Chardonnay Ranch CollectionThis chardonnay has a light bouquet with hints of citrus, and it is not overly oaked. Mark Zappala,
2008 Angelo Gaja Promis Ca’ MarcandaFor the last 40 years, Gaja has set the benchmark for Italian Barolos and Barbarescos with his unorthodox style. Mark Zappala,
2006 Le Vigne Winery Pullman Petite SirahCompared to a Syrah or Shiraz, this wine is noticeably darker and more purple in color, rounder and fuller in the mouth and offers a brightness that Syrah lacks. Mark Zappala,