Tag: wine of the week

Wine of the Week: J.L. Quinson Beaujolais Villages

Wine of the Week: J.L. Quinson Beaujolais Villages

Trader Joe’s is a little bit of a drive away from me so when I go, I generally stock up on affordable wine because… well, if I can have a somewhat decent wine at a reasonable price, why not? This is what Wine of the 

Wine of the Week: Kissing Tree Vineyards White Merlot

Wine of the Week: Kissing Tree Vineyards White Merlot

Local, local, local. That has been the theme for Wine of the Week lately because I’ve discovered how displaced Texas’ reputation for winemaking is. We have the 2nd largest viticultural area in the United States- that says something, but we don’t get nearly as much attention 

Wine of the Week: Helotes Creek Winery Malbec

Wine of the Week: Helotes Creek Winery Malbec

We’re going local this week, Wine Lovers! It turns out that there are quite a few hidden gems in Texas that produce really good wine and deserve more buzz!! The wine I’m reviewing this week is from Helotes Creek Winery, a quaint winery located in 

Wine of the Week: Cherry Blossom Pinot Noir

Wine of the Week: Cherry Blossom Pinot Noir

When I went to Trader Joe’s to peruse their “affordable” wines (as recommended by an AWESOME wine-loving friend), I found myself running through the aisle like a kid in a candy store, picking up bottles left and right. Ten minutes into it, I had a 

Wine of the Week: Ravage Knight Fall Dark Red Blend

Wine of the Week: Ravage Knight Fall Dark Red Blend

When choosing a wine based on the label alone, you never know if the bottle you’re getting is an all around winner (as beautiful on the outside as it is on the inside) or a pig in lipstick. This week, I asked my wonderful husband to 

Wine of the Week: Chateau Ste Michelle Chardonnay

Wine of the Week: Chateau Ste Michelle Chardonnay

What?!?! Yes… you saw that right! We have a WHITE wine for this week’s Wine of the Week!! I told you it would happen eventually… you just had to give me some time and have a little patience. Ok, so why did I choose THIS 

Wine of the Week: Confidencial Reserva Tinto (Red Blend) 2012

Wine of the Week: Confidencial Reserva Tinto (Red Blend) 2012

Well guys, it looks as though my heart has been mended. After a few weeks of not-so-great wines, I’ve come across one that is worth all the staining it will likely embed into my teeth. Best of all: it’s a Portuguese wine! (I say that 

Wine of the Week: Unwined Pinot Noir 2014

Wine of the Week: Unwined Pinot Noir 2014

long with Ok. So in all honesty, it’s been somewhat “bleak” lately in the Wine of the Week segments. We haven’t had too many good ones and I’m pretty sad about it, but the other part of me is happy for YOU. Now you know what 

Wine of the Week: Vallado Douro Tinto 2011

Wine of the Week: Vallado Douro Tinto 2011

A Little Background Let me let you in on a little fact about me- I’m part Portuguese. I love my Portuguese culture- to include food, drink, and customs. I’ve been fortunate to have been to Portugal quite a few times in my life and can’t 

Wine of the Week: Two Vines Cabernet Sauvignon Review

Wine of the Week: Two Vines Cabernet Sauvignon Review

Welcome to Wine of the Week, where we explore affordable and accessible wines in PLAIN TERMS! Before we start, I just wanted to let you know that next week, a SPECIAL THANKSGIVING EDITION of Wine of the Week will be posted on Tuesday, November 22nd in order 

Wine of the Week: Emerald Bay Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Wine of the Week: Emerald Bay Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Hello Wine-Loving friends! This week, we are going to explore a Cabernet Sauvignon because we have to spread the love amongst all the wine types. (You’ll notice I’m taking my time on getting to the white wines… I’ll have to be honest and tell you that 

Wine of the Week: The Hidden Cove Merlot

Wine of the Week: The Hidden Cove Merlot

Welcome to Wine and Lavender’s Wine of the Week, where I explore various affordable and accessible wines- so you don’t have to. Let me save you time and money by bringing reviews to you in plain terms! This wine was picked up at HEB during 

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