Behind the Cork™ Reviews

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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™ - The Federalist Cabernet Sauvignon

Behind the Cork™ - The Federalist Cabernet Sauvignon

The Federalist Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon was created to honor Benjamin Franklin who was a passionate man who helped draft the Declaration of Independence and campaigned for Colonial unity during the Ame…

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Behind the Cork™ - The Federalist Honest Red Blend

Behind the Cork™ - The Federalist Honest Red Blend

The Federalist Honest Red Blend pays homage to one of the most highly regarded American Presidents of all time, Abraham Lincoln. This is a blend of reds from the California’s North Coast appellation …

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Behind the Cork™ - Écluse Blind Dog Red Blend

Behind the Cork™ - Écluse Blind Dog Red Blend

Écluse is the French word for the locks on the canals. And, the Écluse name is very fitting for this winery that’s owned by Steve Lock. During my last visit to Paso Robles I stopped in to visit Éclus…

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Behind the Cork™ - Kalfu Kuda Sauvignon Blanc

Behind the Cork™ - Kalfu Kuda Sauvignon Blanc

This Sauvignon Blanc from Kalfu is from the Las Terrazas vineyard in Leyda Valley, Chile. Leyda Valley is a sub-region of the San Antonio Valley wine region in Chile, just 55 miles west of the Chilea…

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Behind the Cork™ - Kalfu Kuda Pinot Noir

Behind the Cork™ - Kalfu Kuda Pinot Noir

This Pinot Noir from Kalfu is from the Leyda Valley in Chile. Leyda Valley is a sub-region of the San Antonio Valley wine region in Chile, just 55 miles west of the Chilean capital, Santiago. This re…

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Behind the Cork™ - Toad Hollow Rosé

Behind the Cork™ - Toad Hollow Rosé

This is certainly the time of year when a cool, crisp and refreshing rosé is just perfect. And this Toad Hollow Rosé of Pinot Noir is a good one. This ‘Eye of the Toad‘ rosé is made from 100% Pinot N…

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Behind the Cork™ - Thomas Allen Generations

Behind the Cork™ - Thomas Allen Generations

This was a new one to me. I’d previously tried the Thomas Allen Cabernet Sauvignon, but wasn’t aware of their red blend. Thomas Allen is owned and operated by third generation wine grape growers, Tho…

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Behind the Cork™ - Pagos de Galir Mencía

Behind the Cork™ - Pagos de Galir Mencía

This 100% Mencía (men-thee-uh) is from the Valdeorras region which is located on the eastern-most fringes of Galicia, in North-Western Spain. It was cold macerated, went through malolactic conversio…

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Behind the Cork™ - Pagos de Galir Godello

Behind the Cork™ - Pagos de Galir Godello

This Pagos de Galier Godello is a product of the Valdeorras region of Spain which is located on the eastern-most fringes of Galicia, in North-Western Spain. This 100% Godello is cold pressed and kept…

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