Behind the Cork™ Reviews

Affordable & Attainable Wine Suggestions

Behind the Cork™ Reviews

Part of the fun and adventure of wine is opening a bottle and finding out what’s Behind the Cork™.

I am not paid by any producers of wine, although I may be provided with samples for review. And, in those cases where I am, I’ll be sure and tell you. I am not a professional reviewer of wine. I simply love to share recommendations on great wines. Hope you enjoy these!

I frequently get asked “What’s a good bottle of wine to buy?” And, my response always begins with “What types of wine do you enjoy drinking?”

Most people are just looking for a nice bottle of wine to have with dinner or to take to a party. Something that’s easily obtainable and affordable.

These are wines I’ve tried and liked. Wines that you should be able to find, afford and hopefully, enjoy.

While I always say that you should drink whatever you like, these Behind the Cork™ recommendations will give you the opportunity to try something new without fear of the unknown.

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Behind the Cork™ - Opolo Vineyards Fusion Red Blend

Behind the Cork™ - Opolo Vineyards Fusion Red Blend

Several years ago, I was given a bottle of Opolo Reserve Zinfandel and thought it was one of the best bottles I had ever had. I’ve remained a big fan of Opolo and have visited their tasting room durin…

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Behind the Cork™ - J Vineyards California Cuvée

Behind the Cork™ - J Vineyards California Cuvée

I recent had an opportunity to share in a celebration and wanted a nice sparkling wine for the occasion. Seeing this bottle of J Vineyards California Cuvée already chilled at the store made my decisio…

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Behind the Cork™ Ravines Wine Cellars Maximilien

Behind the Cork™ Ravines Wine Cellars Maximilien

Ravines Wine Cellars is an artisanal winery in the flourishing, world-class wine region of the Finger Lakes, located in upstate New York. It is the passion of Morten & Lisa Hallgren, a European Wi…

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Behind the Cork™ - Mazzocco Cabernet Sauvignon

Behind the Cork™ - Mazzocco Cabernet Sauvignon

This Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Mazzocco in the Dry Creek Valley of Sonoma Valley. Perched on a saddle between the acclaimed valleys of Dry Creek and Alexander, Mazzocco is renowned for Zinf…

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Behind the Cork™ - Amador Cellars "Farmhouse Red"

Behind the Cork™ - Amador Cellars “Farmhouse Red”

Amador Cellars, located in Plymouth California (Amador County) is truly a family-run winery. It showcases Mediterranean wines, Tuscan architecture and a friendly tasting room staff that includes the …

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Behind the Cork™ - Barton "The Dance" Red Blend

Behind the Cork™ - Barton “The Dance” Red Blend

The Barton Family Wines is located in Paso Robles, California and Joe Barton is the Proprietor of “The Dance” red blend. He makes this wine in remembrance of Joseph Barton Sr., his father. In 1994, …

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