La Stella Vivace is a fine example of the Okanagan coming through in the grape. Grown sustainably and organically, the Vivace is crisp and refreshing with citrus and green pears on the nose. The palate reveals a touch more citrus,-read more-
No oak and it shows. Apples on the nose lead to apples and pears mixed in lemon cream on the palate. It went well with leftover Thanksgiving turkey, and would match with any poultry. WHO Michel-Schlumberger, Petanque WHAT Chardonnay WHERE-read more-
This is fresh and fruity, cherries and rhubarb, with a spicy cayenne and white pepper background. This is a moderately priced, juicy, fruit-driven blend. Drink it a bit cool and match it with grilled summer vegetables. WHO Paul Jaboulet Aine'-read more-
The palate has loads of bright red fruit, tart cherries and a mix of sweet and sour strawberries. There are also notes of toast and nuts. Acids remain bright, even after ten years. Tannins are soft but noticeable. This wine-read more-
Welcome back to PALATE PRESS: The online wine magazine. Last week we had a terrific launch, and that is thanks to you, our readers. This week we have another amazing line-up. Our Feature Story this week is Nutrition Facts…Coming to a-read more-
Sometimes the early bird really does catch the worm--or in this case, a $10,000-a-month job as the world's first "Wine Country Lifestyle Correspondent." Hardy Wallace, from Atlanta, Georgia, flew to San Francisco to be first in line when the now-famous-read more-