LoHud Wine of the Week Oddero Langhe 2010 Nebbiolo: Tastes like a baby Barolo. It has finesse, silky tannis and gobs of cherry fruit. Region: Piedmonte, Italy. Price: $26. Goes with: An herb-garlic crown roast of pork or lentils and sausage. Why I chose it: Barolo is, plain and simple,... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Scinniri 2011 Etna Rosso: Has the mouth-feel of pinot noir and tastes of dried cranberries, cedar, sage and red currant. Region: Sicily, Italy. Price: $22. Goes with: Turkey dinner, pork chops with black plums. Why I chose it: It’s an interesting alternative to pinot noir… Read More →
On a recent Friday night, a group of wine lovers gathered around the counter at the Grape D’Vine in Sparkill, tasting and talking with owner, Joe Printz. “I like to make friends with people,” says Printz. “The idea is to make people relax, because if you don’t make a study… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2010 Chateau Du Bois De La Salle Morgon ‘La Croix’: Much more powerful and complex than the typical Beaujolais thought of this time of year, this wine is elegant and passes along its deep expression of terroir from the region. Red cherry, raspberry, earth and… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2011 Vinicola Palama ‘Arcangelo’ Primitivo: Full-bodied and lush, with jammy plum, blackberry, leather and spice flavors and a long finish. Region: Puglia, Italy. Price: $16. Goes with: Turkey, steaks, stews. Why I chose it: Many people don’t realize that primitivo is a close relative to… Read More →
As the weather gets cooler and darkness falls earlier and earlier, our tastes in wine shift, too, from lighter, fruitier whites to fuller-bodied, richer reds. So we asked Stu Levine, owner of Vino 100 in White Plains and our wine expert-in-residence through Thanksgiving, to choose eight great red wines to… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2011 Prospero Finger Lakes Riesling: Despite the reputation for upstate New York White Wines being sweet, this riesling is done in a dry style similar to Alsatian rieslings. Yet it still retains its crisp punch of lemon zest, apple and mineral flavors. Region: Finger Lakes,... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2010 Chateau la Pigotte ‘Terre Feu’: A 50/50 blend of cabernet and merlot, this Bordeaux might seem young, but is ready to drink now. Lots of red and black berry fruit, clove, cinnamon and leather aspects, make this wine a screaming—and deliciou—success. Region: Bordeaux, France…. Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2009 Cuvelier Los Andes: Big and bold blend of malbec, merlot, cabernet sauvignon, syrah and petit verdot aged for 12 months in French oak. Dark and red fruits, leather, spice and oak flavors entice the palate. So well balanced none of the flavors overwhelm. Region:... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2011 Pierre Bonaface Apremont: From the Alps near the Swiss border, this white is dry, crisp and refreshing with a floral quality and light green apple flavors. Region: Savoíe, France. Price: $17. Goes with: Fondue, cheeses, roasted chicken. Why I chose it: A great fondue… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2010 Black Pearl Vineyards ‘Oro’: Cabernet sauvignon with shiraz brings out explosive dark fruits, spice and that distinct smokiness South African red wines are famous for. Region: Paarl, South Africa. Price: $16. Goes with: A nice spiced skirt steak or rich stew. Why I chose… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2011 Cantina Di Casteggio Barbera: Meant to drink young, this wine bursts of red fruits like raspberry and cherry. A very easy drinking medium-weight wine with a bright, tangy finish. Region: Lombardia, Italy. Price: $14. Goes with: Pizza, pasta and all of grandma’s Italian specialties…. Read More →
Note from Liz: We’ve been enjoying Stu Levine’s wine picks for a month now, but we had some technical difficulties with his accompanying video. It’s now available, so I present a re-run of the article that appeared with Stu’s first bottle of wine earlier this month. Please enjoy the video,... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2011 Domaine Chauveau “La Charmette” Pouilly Fumé: Made from the sauvignon blanc grape, so you get citrus, lemon zest and brightness from the acidity, but Pouilly Fumé in particular has a distinctive flint-like smokiness to it – unique to this region. Region: Loire Valley, France…. Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2010 Domaine Lalande ‘Les Hauts de Lalande’: This medium-bodied blend of merlot, cabernet sauvignon, syrah and petit verdot is complex and elegant with blackberry and cherry fruit. Aged for 6 months in oak for added complexity and richness. Region Languedoc, France. Price: $16. Goes with:... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2007 T’Jara reserve Red: Push any preconceptions of New York wines out of your head. This bold Merlot blend is full of dark and red fruits like plum, cherry and blackberry. Drinks like a nice Northern California-based wine with its rich style and lingering finish…. Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week 2012 Domaine Bellevue Touraine Rosé: A dry rosé made from Cabernet Franc. While full of berry flavors, this wine also has a light spice component. Region: Loire Valley, France. Price: $15. Goes with: Great with barbecued chicken, appetizers or any lighter fare. Why I chose… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Chateau de L’Aulee Brut Intense NV: Mineral driven sparkler with baked apple, toasted brioche and soft easy finish. Region: Loire Valley, France. Price: $14.95. Goes with: Cheese and crackers, light appetizers, delicious on its own. Why we chose it: The Monday-Sunday “pick-me-up with bubbles” because… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Canon Guilhem 2009: Rich full throttle Bordeaux with classic chocolate, cherry, tobacco notes, beautiful mineral backbone with graphite and crème de cassis on the long tannic finish. Region: Bordeaux, France. Price: $23.95. Goes with: Duck, chicken, olive tapenade on toasted baguette. Why we chose it:... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Vina Herminia Rioja Graciano Vendimia Seleccionada 2009: Cherry, iodine and smoke on the nose with a fully loaded and dense palate of black fruit, savory black olive and rich chewy tannins. Region: Rioja, Spain. Price: $18.95. Goes with: Steak, sausage and peppers. Why we chose… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Pouilly Fuisse Gilles Noblet 2011: Mineral-laced green apple, unripe peach, touch of almond with vibrant acidity and clean salinity on the finish. Region: Burgundy, France. Price: $18. Goes with: Frisee salad with lardons, chicken, salmon. Why we chose it: A classic white burgundy that over-performs… Read More →
Whether you’re sitting poolside with friends or enjoying a lovely dinner for two, a glass of rosé wine has become a signature summer drink. It’s the best of both worlds in one glass: a light red combined with a bold white, in a beautiful, blush-colored hue. We asked Elizabeth Keyser,... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Bergerac Rouge Chateau Monestier La Tour 2011: Dense with rich black fruit, smoke, and chocolate on the palate, full-bodied with excellent tension. Region: Bergerac, France. Price: $9.99. Goes with: Hamburgers, barbecue, salmon burgers. Why we chose it: It’s a grilling companion for all summer-long, light… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Chateau Lauduc Bordeaux Rose 2012: Juicy nose of ripe berries with red currant, and crisp clean palate with vibrant acidity. Region: Bordeaux, France. Price: $12.99 – Great Value Rose! Goes with: Cheese and crackers, fresh fruit and lighter fare. Why we chose it: Enjoy all… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Bonterra Vineyards Chardonnay Organic 2011: Classic California chardonnay, rich and buttery with toasted almonds, honey and tropical fruit. Bright acidity and a clean mineral backbone keep the palate fresh. Region: Mendocino County, Calif. Price: $13.99. Pairings: Roasted poultry dishes, light salads with vinaigrette. Why we… Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Finca Vides Torcidas Malbec 2011: Juicy, rich and front loaded on the palate with black cherry, vanilla and violet, soft round tannins and balanced acidity. Region: Mendoza, Argentina. Price: $11.99. Goes with: Latin American cuisine. Why we chose it: We love this with Argentine empanadas,... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Chateauneuf du Pape Clos St. Jean 2008: Sweet and inviting nose with black cherry kirsch, cranberries, black olive. Fleshy and full-bodied on the palate with excellent clarity and spice. Region: Rhone Valley, France. Price: $44.99. Goes with: Roasted Duck, pork tenderloin. Why we chose it:... Read More →
LoHud Wine of the Week Chianti Classico Viticcio 2009: Dark berries, red cherry and spice are inviting on the nose. Full bodied on the palate with chocolate and plum. Refreshing acidic verve and long clean finish. Region: Tuscany, Italy. Price: $18. Goes with: Rich pasta dishes, especially with Bolognese or… Read More →
Chaz Point Cabernet Sauvignon 2010: Medium bodied with leather, tobacco, black fruit and hints of cedar, and spice. Rich texture with well integrated tannins, long finish. Region: Columbia Valley, Wash. Price: $17.99. Goes with: barbecue, especially grilled steak and seasoned kebabs. Why we chose it: Fire up the grill! From… Read More →
Brian Mullaney was carrying cases around the warehouse at Zachys when he noticed that the Chateaunuef du Pape boxes were heavier than a lot of the other wines. “That piqued my curiosity,” he says. He looked into it, and found that the bottles, made with heavy glass and packed in… Read More →
