I usually know what I want to drink with any particular dish I am eating. I say usually. Occasionally I either can’t quite figure out what would be best, or I just plain don’t care! This often happens when I grill a great burger and want a nice red to accompany it. Lately I have [...]

Here is a great little, “off-the beaten path” red blend from Argentina. A region known almost exclusively for Malbec, this little gem is a combination of the classic Bordeaux varietals; Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Merlot. Bodega Benegas Don Tiburcio 2005 show a bright ruby color. Smoky dark berries, black cherry, plum, [...]

Chateau Pascaud Bordeaux Superieur 2007 comes from the area nearest St. Emilion on the right bank, in Bordeaux. As such, it is a merlot-dominated Bordeaux from a microclimate very similar to that of  St. Emilion, this remarkable value is ripe and balanced. An earthy nose, leads to ripe black fruits and a lingering, pleasant [...]