I’m sure you have now heard that Michael Jackson has supposedly died from a heart attack today, so what better way to mourn his death than with a nice glass of Monkey Bay Merlot and listening to some of his greatest hits. I have chosen this bottle of Monkey Bay Merlot to honor Mr. [...]
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Michael Jackson Dies… Let’s make a toast
June 25th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Merlot
Tags: Michael Jackson·Michael Jackson dies·Monkey Bay·Monkey Bay wine·Thriller·wine
a washington wine that goes bada bing!
November 26th, 2008 · No Comments · Merlot, Wine Reviews
Tonight I had a dinner meeting to discuss work business, so luckily it was at a nice Italian chophouse that serves excellent wine. I will not bore you with the minutes from the meeting, but the 2005 bottle of Cold Creek Merlot from Chateau Ste Michelle was very good. This Merlot from Washington had a [...]
Tags: Cold Creek·Merlot·Sopranos·wine review
does the bohemian highway lead to good wine?
November 25th, 2008 · No Comments · Merlot, Wine Reviews
Last night Mrs. Grapeinabottle and I tried a bottle of Bohemian Highway Merlot. We paired this California Merlot with a grilled filet mignon and grilled vegetables. This merlot has a soft approach that finishes with an explosion of berry flavors with a hint of smoky vanilla and brown spice, which complimented our meal well. For [...]















