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™ - Artezin Old Vine Zinfandel

Behind the Cork™ - Artezin Old Vine Zinfandel

This handcrafted Old Vine Zinfandel from winemaker Randle Johnson comes from northern California’s Mendocino County. Johnson has been the man behind Artezin’s wines since their inception in 2002. Th…

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Behind the Cork™ - Robert Young Cabernet Franc

Behind the Cork™ - Robert Young Cabernet Franc

This one’s a real treat. Alexander Valley is a favorite of mine and this Cabernet Franc from Robert Young Estate Winery is an exceptional example of the Alexander Valley wines. I picked this one up d…

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Behind the Cork™ - González Byass La Copa Vermouths

Behind the Cork™ - González Byass La Copa Vermouths

While Vermouth can be the perfect addition to any cocktail, these Vermouth offerings from González Byass really shine on their own. Vermouth, as described in a recent blog, is actually a fortified wi…

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Behind the Cork™ - Left Coast Pinot Noir

Behind the Cork™ - Left Coast Pinot Noir

I’ve been looking forward to trying a white Pinot Noir for some time. I’m a big fan of Pinot Noir but have never gotten an opportunity to try the white version. This Left Coast White Pinot Noir is p…

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Behind the Cork™ - Left Coast Pinot Gris

Behind the Cork™ - Left Coast Pinot Gris

This 100% Pinot Gris from Left Coast Estate winery in another in their line of really terrific wines. The vineyard is planted at the site of a historic apple and pear orchard dating back to the pione…

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Behind the Cork™ - Left Coast Queen Bee Bubbly

Behind the Cork™ - Left Coast Queen Bee Bubbly

This bubbly from Left Coast Estate winery is 100% Pinot Noir but it gets its name from the fact that it uses their own estate honey to feed on the encapsulated yeast at the bottom of each bottle. Thu…

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Behind the Cork™ - Left Coast Rosé

Behind the Cork™ - Left Coast Rosé

Left Coast Cellars produces a bunch of nice wines from the Willamette Valley in Oregon. And, this Rosé is another fine example. This blend of 76% Pinot Noir and 24% Pinot Meunier is fermented and age…

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Behind the Cork™ - Tió Pepe Fino Sherry

Behind the Cork™ - Tió Pepe Fino Sherry

Tió Pepe’s Fino Sherry is from the city of Jarez in southern Spain’s Andalusia region. It’s made from the Palomino grape, fermented to the 11-12% ABV range, fortified to 15.5% and then enters t…

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Behind the Cork™ - Duckhorn Chardonnay

Behind the Cork™ - Duckhorn Chardonnay

Here’s another ‘big name’ Chardonnay that’s worth checking out. Dan and Margaret Duckhorn founded Duckhorn Vineyards in Napa Valley in 1976, which was one of the first 40 Napa Valley wineries. Keenly…

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Behind the Cork™ - Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay

Behind the Cork™ - Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay

This Sonoma-Cutrer is one that is easy to pass-by on the wine aisle. It’s from a big producer and it’s widely availability. But, this is a solid wine. Which makes it perfect for a Behind the Cork™ fea…

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