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™ - Vallobera Rioja Crianza

Behind the Cork™ - Vallobera Rioja Crianza

This was an unexpected recent find. A Tempranillo from Spain. And, it’s a Crianza. This style of Rioja is required to be aged for one year in oak and spend one year in the bottle before being sold. T…

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Behind the Cork™ - 2016 Écluse Ensemble

Behind the Cork™ - 2016 Écluse Ensemble

This Bordeaux red blend from Écluse in Paso Robles is truly an ensemble of varietals. It’s produced from 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Cab Franc, 15% Petit Verdot, 14% Merlot, 14% Malbec and 7% Carignan…

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Behind the Cork™ - 2012 Paniza Reserva

Behind the Cork™ - 2012 Paniza Reserva

This was a recent find. And, in true fashion for a Behind the Cork™ wine feature, it’s a great value! This is blend of 80% Tempranillo, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Grenache. And it’s a tasty blend…

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Behind the Cork™ - 2014 Ochoa Crianza Tempranillo

Behind the Cork™ - 2014 Ochoa Crianza Tempranillo

From the northern Spanish wine region of Navarra comes this 100% Tempranillo. It is one of six signature wines from Javier Ochoa. Being a “Crianza” it has been aged for 12 months in American oak and…

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Behind the Cork™ - 2016 Inurrieta Mimaó Garnacha

Behind the Cork™ - 2016 Inurrieta Mimaó Garnacha

The northern Spanish wine region of Navarra is known for its beauty and diverse terrior, with vineyard filled with Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano and beyond. This Garnacha is just another fine exampl…

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