Wine Picks

Shari’s reviews interesting and unique wines with wide appeal, good value and an interesting story behind them.

Wine Picks

Wine Review. It’s a Secret!

It’s a secret! This robust red wine is from McPherson Wines, a family owned winery located in the Southern Australian wine region called Victoria. I absolutely love the story behind this wine! Jo Nash, the winemaker, was approached by a local grower to purchase some delicious Shiraz grapes after her budget […]

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Sterling Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Like many others, I think of Napa, California as the Disney World of Wine! I always enjoy my time there. Fabulous restaurants, a wonderful climate and fantastic scenery filled with iconic wineries. In fact, it was Napa that made California Cabernet Sauvignon and California Chardonnay famous and – often – […]

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Frescobaldi Castiglioni Chianti DOCG

Why not escape our dreary weather and sip some sunshine? Direct from northern Italy, Castiglioni Chianti is a popular red blend of Sangiovese and Merlot from the famous Frescobaldi family. It has fresh floral and fruity flavours and a soft, balanced, lingering finish. A versatile food wine, serve with a […]