And now for my “I don’t have time to look for the perfect Champagne, I just need a really nice one for the evening….no special occasion” Champagne….Gloria Ferrer Brut. I know, I know, we (Americans) drink Champagne for ‘events’ and ‘occasions’, but that is a real shame. Champagne is just another kind of wine, treat [...]

It is no secret that I love all things labeled “Rhone Blend” and this offering from E. Guigal (one of the regions best) perfectly illustrates why. The 2006 E. Guigal Gigondas is all creme de cassis, blueberries, crushed rock, pepper, and hints of lavender. Incredibly muscular, this wine is finally coming around to its “drinking-range”. [...]