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Jane Staples
Jan 8, 20221 min read
Fabulous Faustino I - Gran Reserva Rioja 2010 A wine icon, made with passion.
Rioja, Spain, D.O.C. The bottle is empty, but the memory lingers on. This was definitely one of my top wine picks of 2021. Rich,...
Jane Staples
Apr 25, 20211 min read
Spring is Rosé Time! Adobe Reserva Organic Rosé 2020
Chile Actually, I love Rosé any time of year. Why? Because it's a mouthwatering wine and it pairs well with a wide variety of foods....
Jane Staples
Apr 19, 20211 min read
My Birthday Wine - Marqués De Vitoria Rioja Reserva 2014 93 points
Rioja D.O.C., Spain One of my favourite varietals is Tempranillo. I'm a sentimental creature and a good Tempranillo always brings back...
Jane Staples
Apr 12, 20211 min read
I Love Sangiovese! Super Value Fantini Sangiovese 2019 90 points
Puglia, Italy A great wine for under $10.00? Yes! I love Sangiovese and this lip-smacking, fruity version is one more example of why. ...
Jane Staples
Apr 1, 20211 min read
Try This with Chocolate! Carmen Reserva 1850 Premier Carménère 2019
Valle de Colchagua, Chile What a find! Thinking I would pick up a budget-friendly wine for a week night, I took this home and discovered...
Jane Staples
Feb 2, 20211 min read
A GREAT STEAK WINE - Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
Sonoma County, California, U.S.A. A rich and velvety California Cab. Opaque bright purple with aromatic notes of ripe cassis, vanilla,...
Jane Staples
Jan 23, 20211 min read
Just Add Flowers... R. Lopez de Heredia Viña Bosconia Reserva 2008 92 pts.
It's not too early to think about a special wine for your Valentine! Even if you're dining at home, a fine wine will take it to another...
Jane Staples
Aug 28, 20201 min read
Winelovers' Delight - Stina Pošip Inspiration 2018
Brač, Croatia I loved this Pošip from the first sip! It is an indigenous Croatian varietal, grown on the island of Brač, along the...
Jane Staples
Feb 1, 20205 min read
A Foodie in Croatia
My food and wine adventures continued last fall with a visit to Croatia.
Jane Staples
Dec 29, 20192 min read
Yes, They Make Wine in Finland!
While visiting Finland in 2019, I was given a couple of bottles of Finnish wine as a gift. I was curious to try them, because of course...
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