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Wines From Portugal

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

Wine FinderThe inventory of wines from Portugal is not overly abundant in Tucson, a pity in that the reds are just gaining international exposure for their high quality.  Be that as it may, that doesn’t have to limit your choices.  I have said this before and will again, if you can’t find what you want here, look to alternative sources whether that be the internet or out of state retailers.  In this era, you will be hard pressed not to find what you want.  At the end of the list below, I will list some other vintners who produce great wines. 

Total Wines:

Quinta Do Vale Meao Douro, 2005:

German/Alsatian Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Blanc

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

AJ’s:

Kerpen Kabinett Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Wehlener Sonnenuhr, 2006:

Pinot Noir in Tucson

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

When I began my trek around Tucson, searching for Pinot Noir at various locations, I was prepared not to find much interesting under the $45 mark.  To my surprise, pleasantly enough, I discovered a small collection of wines under that threshold and in fact, a few in the $20’s and several in the $30’s.

To simplify the inventory and search process, I have decided to stratify the price levels and offer a condensed list of quality wines both under and above the $45 range.  While the list may seem rather lengthy to be considered condensed, it was culled from a much larger inventory of Tucson accessible Pinot Noir.  Unless otherwise stated, the prices represent an average of those retailers listed if the differences are small (less than a few dollars).  When there are large pricing discrepancies, I will highlight the pricing of each retailer.  Good luck in your search and if you have some alternative Pinot Noir suggestions, by all means share them with us on our Community Forum.  Just register, log in and you’re ready to go.

Zinfandel in Tucson

Thursday, August 6th, 2009

The good news on Zinfandel is that there is a plethora of inventory in Tucson retail outlets.  Prices range, on average from a low of around $10 to the $40’s and an occasion one in the $50+ range.  To find that truly top Zin, you will need to pay up….at least in the $20’s and often the $30’s-40’s.  To read more on what makes a top Zinfandel, see the Zinfandel article in the Wine Education segment.

AJ’s Fine Foods:

Roses For the Summer

Friday, June 19th, 2009

While there is a plethora of Roses across the city, the quality can be quite variable.  Check the vintage year on the bottle carefully.  Roses are meant to consume within the first year or so of release.  After that, they can lose much of their freshness.  For me, this translates into going for the freshest, most recent vintage.  If it’s not in stock, ask the retailer if you can order it.  Good Luck.

New Zealand Wines….Easy to drink….Easy to Find

Wednesday, May 20th, 2009

AJ’s Fine Foods

Value Spanish Wines in Tucson, Arizona

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009

AJ’s:

Value Malbecs in Tucson, Az

Tuesday, February 17th, 2009

AJ's:

Bodega Renacer Malbec Mendoza Punto Final 2007; Unfiltered, Old Vine; plush and fresh raspberry and blackberry fruit, smooth on the finish $12.99

Southern Rhone in Tucson

Monday, December 29th, 2008

If you are searching for a taste of a red Southern Rhone after digesting the Focus On article penned by Laura Williamson, check out the options below. Be mindful that a retailer’s inventory may vary from time to time and the producer listed here may not always be available. As well, don’t forget the white Rhones. They are a wonderful alternative white with peachy and floral notes. What’s even more attractive is their pricing which often is under the $20 mark. These are wines to be enjoyed near term. Look for producers such as Guigal, St Cosme, Jean-Luc Columbo, Chapoutier, Delas and Perrin & Fils.

VinTabla:

“It's a blend of five white Rhone grapes.”

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