Stacy's Wine Blog February 2007 Archive

Wine of the Week: Dr. Loosen Urziger Wurzgarten Riesling Spatlese 2005 (Germany) $20
The 2005 Dr. Loosen Urziger Wurzgarten Riesling Spatlese is an exceptional white wine - a zippy Riesling with plenty of ripe fruit nuances. The palate profile consists of a ... Read More

Wednesday February 28, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Sippin' Sake
Sake Questions ... When Sake comes up in conversation the questions that typically follow are: What exactly is Sake? Is Sake a wine, beer or a distilled spirit? Should Sake be served warm ... Read More

Saturday February 24, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Wine and Allergies - Should Wine Labels include Allergen Warnings?
The U.S. government is considering new labeling requirements for wine bottles. These new wine labels would require allergen warnings to indicate if any known allergens were used in the ... Read More

Thursday February 22, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Wine of the Week: Frog's Leap Sauvignon Blanc 2005 (CA) $16
The 2005 Frog's Leap Sauvignon Blanc is a hallmark vintage that will take your breath away. Citrus on the palate? Certainly. Balanced Acidity? No doubt. ... Read More

Thursday February 22, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Chill Wine
Need to chill a bottle of wine super fast? Well DON'T throw it in the freezer - instead grab a bucket of ice, some water and give it 20-30 ... Read More

Saturday February 17, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

The 2006 California Grape Crush Report is In
The California Grape Crush Report has arrived for 2006. What does it say? What does it mean? The 120 page report details the breakdowns of the almost ... Read More

Friday February 16, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: Hugel et Fils' Pinot Blanc 'Cuvee les Amours' 2004' (FR) $15
The 2004 Hugel et Fils' Pinot Blanc 'Cuvee les Amours' ( french for "Lover's Blend") is a dry white wine that brings an ethereal blend of melon and pear. ... Read More

Thursday February 15, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Top 10 Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for the Wine Lover
Valentine's Day is only three days away...do you know what to get the wine lover in your life? If you are needing a few tried and true wine gift ... Read More

Sunday February 11, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Pairing Wine and Chocolate this Valentine's Day
When you think of Valentine's day, what comes to mind? Likely, it's hearts, chocolate, flowers and of course...wine. So, how to pull two of the four seamlessly together? ... Read More

Friday February 9, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: St. Supery Moscato 2005 (CA) $17
Valentine's Day is less than a week away and the 2005 St. Supery Moscato is the perfect wine to pour over an evening of romance. It will highlight both ... Read More

Thursday February 8, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Pocket Wine Guide for Great Value Wines
The Pocket Wine Guide is a handy reference guide for the "Best Wines Under $10." We’ve all been there, in your favorite wine store and unable to remember, decide or find ... Read More

Friday February 2, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Wine of the Week: Hogue Riesling 2005 (WA) $8
The 2005 Hogue Riesling is the quintessential American Riesling, with well-distributed acidity, fresh citrus aromas, slightly sweet, providing both depth and good fruit character while offering amiability towards a ... Read More

Thursday February 1, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)