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The 12.6% alcohol 2013 Hawk Haven Pinot Grigio New Jersey wine from Rio Grande, in Cape May County, New Jersey’s AVA, the “Outer Coastal Plain,” scored 13+…
The 14% alcohol Amador Estate Selection of Cabernet Sauvignon made by Odfjell scored 16 points on the 20 point Dionysian scale. It’s enjoyable. Well worth $20 to $25,…
Simple Spanish almonds and fresh strawberries paired well the non-vintage Vallformosa Brut Rosado CAVA as a pre-dinner reception drink. This sparkling wine was opened with a saber. (check photo with…
White Port is rare. This 19.5% alcohol per-or-after-dinner drink is excellent. Since 1880, Ramos Pinto has made Port from grapes grown on their own estate. The White Porto…
The 1994 Monte Antico has 12.5% alcohol and peaked about five years ago. It scored a good 14 points on the 20-point Dionysian scale. It is all Sangiovese…
Scoring 17+ points with just 14% alcohol, this Domaine Jomain 2011 Puligny-Montrachet white Burgundy was the perfect Chardonnay for the cod dinner. When Chardonnay is not over-oaked, it…
At 13% alcohol, this Sauternes treasure scored 19+ on the Dionysian scale of a possible 20. The 1961 Chateau d’Yquem is considered one of France’s best wines. Thick,…
This 12% alcohol sparkling wine from Childress Vineyards Blanc de Blanc Brut called Victory Cuvee comes from Lexington, North Carolina. Made from Chardonnay, it scored 14+ on the…
What could make a rainy Monday basic meal of Pasta with Pesto turn into something very special? The 30 year old 13% alcholo 1985 Monsanto Riserva Chianti Classico. Monsanto…
The Hugel 2000 Gewurztraminer Vendange Tardive is 12% alcohol, scored 19 points on the 20-point Dionysian judging scale and had a Residual Sugar of 68 grams per litter….