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Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Sunday, June 7th, 2009

Just cracked open a bottle of Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.  I got it at my local grocery store for $19 (it was on sale).  This was one of the wines that first made me fall in love with Napa Valley Cabernets.  It’s not as good as it was back then (in the late [...]

Hess Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Sunday, March 29th, 2009

The Hess Cabernet, which cost $23.99 in a neighborhood wine store, is a fabulous cabernet sauvignon for the money.  We are always pleased with the result when we try this wine.  Granted, there are other wines in this price range that are good, but we think this is a great value cabernet for everyday drinking.

Bordeaux 2005 Vintage

Saturday, August 16th, 2008

Well, our experience so far with the 2005 vintage has been mixed.  We are pleased, however, with the 2005 Chateau Charmail from Haut-Medoc.  It has a full body, with plenty of flavor. You can taste the Bordeaux soil, which makes this wine better than average.  You can also taste hints of creme de cassis and [...]

We’re Visiting Provence

Thursday, August 17th, 2006

The editors of Red Wine Guide are canvassing Provence this week looking for more red wine bargains. So far, the best we’ve found is a little winery in Les Baux that makes the powerful Coin Cache wine. Read about it in the Les Baux section of the guide. We’re also investigating some Bandol offerings and [...]

Red, Red Wine

Thursday, February 16th, 2006

This site is dedicated to enjoying red wine. We endeavor to give you tips on great wines for the money. Keep in mind, though, that wine is a very personal experience. You may not like the same wines we do. We just encourage you to try different wines until you determine what you like. Also, [...]

Welcome to the Red Wine Guide

Monday, January 16th, 2006

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