Subscribe to Vin GrottoApr. 21, 2009 at 7:10am
Argentina: Wine for all occasions
There's a good reason the South American wines are catching on up north
Posted by Kris Blondin in Wine Tasting
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Recently I did a wine tasting that featured wines from South America. At this tasting I poured three Malbecs (the fastest growing red wine in the market today) and two Torrontes. While most people were familiar with Malbec, most had never heard of Torrontes. As it turned out, the two Torrontes were the belles of the ball. And they are… wait for it… wait for it… WHITE. I win again.
Read moreFeb. 28, 2009 at 3:30pm
Argentina meets Washington wine
Whitman and Corvus Cellars wine dinner at Asado rocked my world
Posted by Kris Blondin in Tacoma, Wine Tasting
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Last Thursday night it was my great honor to attend a wine dinner at Asado featuring wines from Whitman Cellars in Walla Walla and Corvus Cellars. Not only did I attend the event, I was fortunate to be seated with Stephen Lessard, winemaker for both wineries, and partner Randall Hopkins in Corvus.
Stephen has 20 plus years of winemaking experience and has made wine for such reputable establishments as Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars (Napa), Hacienda Winery (Sonoma), Hedges Cellars (Red Mountain), and most recently Whitman Cellars (Walla Walla). Together Stephen and Randall strive to showcase Corvus Cabernet as a wine with balance and depth while trying to embrace the local terroir.
Read moreJan. 18, 2009 at 2:02pm
Big, Beautiful Reds: A lovely South Sound Eats wine tasting
30 wines you will fall in love over!
Posted by Kris Blondin in Red Wine, Tacoma, Wine Tasting
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I am not much of a fan for Valentine’s Day. Cards, candy and flowers – all pushed on the consumer by the big retail-marketing machine. However, there is nothing more romantic than finding that one perfect wine to share with your love. I am here to help you find it.
Dec. 14, 2008 at 1:39pm
Wines from Georgia? No, the OTHER Georgia
Free your inner wine geek and try something new.
Posted by Kris Blondin in Wine Tasting
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How do you know if you are wine geek or not? Get invited to a Georgian wine reception where you get to try interesting wines and the opportunity to meet the Georgian Minister of Agriculture. That's how. This lovely tasting featured over 30 table wines, sparkling wines and brandies from the most distinguished producers in Georgia.
Read moreDec. 6, 2008 at 2:43pm
Bubbles, bubbles and more bubbles! South Sound Eats' sparkling wine tasting
Preview the wines for SSE sparkling tasting
Posted by Kris Blondin in Sparkling Wine, Tacoma, Wine Tasting
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Nothing says the holidays like bubbles. They tickle your nose and brighten your day. On Tuesday, Dec. 16 my friend Lilli Marlene and I will break out some very cool sparkling wines at Maxwell's Speakeasy + Lounge in Tacoma.
Nov. 30, 2008 at 8:44pm
Wine Spectator Top 100
Are Ratings All That?
Posted by Kris Blondin in Wine Tasting
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Remember the saying, “Opinions are @!#holes - everybody has one?” When it comes to wine you can’t swing a dead cat around without hitting something or someone with an opinion. You have the Wine Spectator, the Wine Advocate, Food and Wine and don’t forget the slew of websites too numerous to mention.
Read moreNov. 24, 2008 at 8:29pm
Wine-tasting etiquette 101
Lurk? Rinse? Drink? Have fun? Here's what you need to know
Posted by Kris Blondin in Wine Etiquitte, Wine Tasting
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Wine tasting is meant to be fun and informative. Those of us that provide these tastings want you to have the best experience possible. In order to make this happen, I have compiled a few suggestions to keep in consideration when attending an organized wine event. Read more
