I am not an expert, just a discerning wine lover or amateur de vin (as the French say), but everyone has a different palate, likes and dislikes so it must be understood that any of my recommendations are personal. I just hope that you find them useful or at the very least - interesting. I also hope you enjoy my photos. It is more fun sharing then keeping them backed up on a hard drive.

Monday, February 27, 2012

California Dreaming on a cold winter's day...

Okay, it is not actually that cold. In fact this winter has been very mild but winter blahs are upon me and so is winter eating; heavier foods and that means full-bodied reds and luscious whites are what I am craving. Since I covered  whites last post, this one is dedicated to great-value (under $20) reds from sunny California and the treasures heat brings.


RAVENSWOOD - VINTNERS BLEND - OLD VINES - ZINFANDEL - California - $17.95
http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo-ear/lcbo/product/details.do?language=EN&itemNumber=359257
http://www.ravenswoodwinery.com/#wines/vintners_blend

BONTERRA - CABERNET SAUVIGNON - Mendicino/Lake County (Organic)- $19.95
http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo-ear/lcbo/product/details.do?language=EN&itemNumber=342428
http://www.bonterra.com/our-wines/reds/default.aspx

LIBERTY SCHOOL - CABERNET SAUVIGNON - Paso Robles - $19.95
http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo-ear/lcbo/product/details.do?language=EN&itemNumber=738823 
http://www.hopefamilywines.com/wines/liberty-school.php






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  1. PseudonymMarch 23, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    I just love Californiaa Zins. At the Ravenswood price I prefer Gnarly Head. My absolute favourite wine is Klinker Brick Zinfandel which was available in vintages about 3 years ago. Anyone I've served it to has also fallen in love with the wine. I try to pick up a few bottles when I travel to the U.S.

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    1. Jen's - Wine GemsMarch 29, 2012 at 9:18 PM

      I have not had Klinker Brick. Thanks for the heads up! I will keep an eye at Vintages and when I am in the US. Thanks!

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