Beringer Bro Bourbon Aged Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage: 2020 ABV: 14.5% Wine Region: Napa Valley Flavor Profile: Dark fruits, oak, vanilla, earth, and hazelnuts Average Price: $14 – $16 WineO Mark Review Years ago, Jacob and Frederick Beringer left Germany to establish a Napa winery, reusing […]
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Michael David Petite Petit Sirah – WineO Mark Review
Michael David Petite Petit Sirah – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 85% Petite Sirah and 15% Petit Verdot Vintage: 2020 ABV: 15% Wine Region: Lodi, California Flavor Profile: Dark fruits, oak, vanilla, leather, and pepper Average Price: $14 – $16 WineO Mark Review This wine has a deep purple-red color on the glass. […]
Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Review
Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage: 2020 ABV: 14.8% Wine Region: Central Coast, California Flavor Profile: Dark fruits, oak, vanilla, leather, and pepper Average Price: $20 – $25 WineO Mark Review This Cabernet Sauvignon demonstrates the classic California characteristics of Central Coast vineyards in a […]
Campo Viejo Reserva – WineO Mark Review
Campo Viejo Reserva – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo Vintage: 2019 ABV: 13.5% Wine Region: Spain Flavor Profile: Dark fruits, oak, vanilla, earth, and smoke Average Price: $16 – $20 WineO Mark Review Coming from Spain’s celebrated Rioja region, this wine is predominantly made from Tempranillo grapes. This wine has […]
Bar Dog Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Review
Bar Dog Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petite Verdot, 2% Petite Sirah, 1% Merlot Vintage: 2019 ABV: 13.5% Wine Region: California Flavor Profile: Oak, vanilla, dark and red fruits, chocolate, and spices Average Price: $12 – $16 WineO Mark Review This wine has a deep ruby […]
Preserving the Bubbles: Can You Freeze Champagne?
Can You Freeze Champagne? Many questions arise about the proper storage of this prestigious sparkling wine, one of the most common being, “Can you freeze champagne?” The Short Answer: No The simple, straightforward answer to the question of whether you can freeze champagne is no. While freezing might seem like a reasonable solution to […]
Bread & Butter Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Review
Bread & Butter Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage: 2021 ABV: 13.5% Wine Region: California Flavor Profile: Vanilla, oak, dark fruits, leather, and spices Average Price: $12 – $16 WineO Mark Review Typically known for their Chardonnay, Bread & Butter’s Cabernet Sauvignon presents a nice balance of […]
Conundrum White Blend – WineO Mark Review
Conundrum White Blend – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Viognier Vintage: 2021 ABV: 13.5% Wine Region: California Flavor Profile: Peach, pear, apricot, citrus, and vanilla Average Price: $16 – $18 WineO Mark Review This wine has a light greenish color on the glass. On the nose, you can […]
Fresh Vine Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Review
Fresh Vine Cabernet Sauvignon – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage: 2020 ABV: 13.5% Wine Region: California Flavor Profile: Dark and red fruits, oak, vanilla, leather, and spices Average Price: $24 – $26 WineO Mark Review The Fresh Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, for me, was truly another solid experience for a celebrity […]
Discovering Cotes de Provence Rose: A Taste of Summer!
Our Guide to Cotes de Provence Rose! Everything You Want To Know As the sweltering summer sun makes its entrance, there’s no better companion than a chilled glass of Rosé from the Côtes de Provence. This wine region, nestled in the heart of the French Riviera, is known worldwide for its splendid Rosé wines that […]
Chateau Buena Vista Proprietary Red Blend – WineO Mark Review
Chateau Buena Vista Proprietary Red Blend – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot Vintage: 2018 ABV: 15% Wine Region: Napa County, California Flavor Profile: Dark fruits, oak, cocoa, leather, and spices Average Price: $20 – $25 WineO Mark Review Typically has an average price of around […]
Prisma Rosé – WineO Mark Review
Prisma Rosé – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 85% Pinot Noir, 9% Cinsault, 6% Grenache Vintage: 2021 ABV: 13% Wine Region: Casablanca Valley, Chile Flavor Profile: Red fruits, citrus, minerals, Average Price: ~$18 WineO Mark Review This bottle does stand out amongst other wine bottles. The colorful label outside represents the inside of […]
What is a Soju Bomb? And How to Make One?
What is a Soju Bomb? A Soju Bomb, also known as “Soju-Poktan” or “Poktanju” in Korean or “Somaek”, is a popular cocktail in South Korea that combines soju and beer. The name “Somaek” is a portmanteau of the words “Soju” and “Maekju” (the Korean word for beer). How Make a Soju Bomb? Ingredients: 1 shot […]
Balletto Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir – WineO Mark Review
Balletto Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: Pinot Noir Vintage: 2021 ABV: 13.3% Wine Region: Sonoma, California Flavor Profile: Strawberry, cherry, citrus, melon, and minerals Average Price: $15 – $20 WineO Mark Review This wine has a pale salmon color on the glass. It has an enticing compelling […]
Madame Liberte Sparkling Rosé – WineO Mark Review
Madame Liberte Sparkling Rosé – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir Vintage: 2019 ABV: 12.5% Wine Region: California Flavor Profile: Strawberry, raspberry, pear, citrus, and cream Average Price: ~$20 WineO Mark Review On the nose, the wine is a delightful bouquet of fresh strawberries, ripe cherries, and subtle hints […]