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The Grand Ethnogenesis

I was assisted in writing this post by a bottle of Tori Magna – Stareye Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 NV. A moderately priced ($39.00) 4.2 pointer. Bold. Inky. Solid structure. More tannic than smooth. Very dry. Moderate acidity. Leading with dark fruit, plums, and cocoa. A sustain of vanilla, toast, blackberries, and oak. Ending with ripeContinue reading “The Grand Ethnogenesis”

Pamela For Senate

http://www.longforsenate2026.com Dr. Pamela Denise Long is running for United States Senate representing the State of Illinois. She is competing for the seat that is held by longtime incumbent Richard (Dick) J. Durbin, whom is retiring. She is 100% American Freedman (just want to make that clear). I do and will check paperwork. A full andContinue reading “Pamela For Senate”

The Seven Freedmen

I was assisted in writing the post by a bottle of Bernardus Marinus Red Blend 2014: Carmel Valley. Monterey County California. Solid. Complex structure. Bold. Dry. More tannic than smooth. Moderately high acidity. Opening with tobacco, black cherries, and vanilla. A sustain of oak, plums, blackberries, and smoke. An ending of pepper, figs, and ripeContinue reading “The Seven Freedmen”

Seven Contained Thoughts Page Three

I was assisted in writing this post by a bottle of Louis M. Martini – Monte Rosso Vineyard Gnarly Vine Zinfandel 2018. A Grand Cru Sonoma Valley California Zinfandel. A solid 4.4 Pointer. Bold and Opulent. Dense. Concentrated structure. Moderately dry. Balanced tannins. Soft acidity. Leading with cooked raspberries, peppercorns, melons, and vanilla. A sweetlyContinue reading “Seven Contained Thoughts Page Three”

The Perfection of Migrancy

I was assisted in writing this post by a bottle of Chateau le Loup – Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2020. A Right Bank Bordeaux – St. Emilion, France. Bold. Complex. Concrete structure. Very dry. Moderate tannins. Medium acidity. Could improve well with aging through further storage. Refreshing. Leading with red fruits, cigar, and spice. A sustainContinue reading “The Perfection of Migrancy”

Deplorable Servants Of Themselves

I was assisted in writing this post by a bottle of Marchesi de’ Cordano – Trinita’ Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva 2018. This Italian Red (Abruzzo, Italy) is among the top 1% of all wines in the world. But reachable at a reasonable price of $22.00. Slightly bold. Tight structure. Moderate tannins. High acidity. Leading with oak,Continue reading “Deplorable Servants Of Themselves”

The Nazification of the Democratic Party

A pertinent post needs an appropriate wine. I was assisted in writing this post by a bottle of Ziereisen Talrain 2020. A red German Pinot Noir – Baden, Germany. Light. Very Dry. More smooth than tannic. Slightly high acidity. Leading in with raspberries, smoke, and oak. A sustain of ripe strawberries, earth, and chocolate. EndingContinue reading “The Nazification of the Democratic Party”

Play Your Position

I was assisted in writing this post by a bottle of Planeta Burdese Sicilia Menfi Doc 2015. An affordable killer ($20.00). Red blend, combining typically French grapes – Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon but these are instead grown in Sicily. Bold and beautiful. A good value for the money. Never heard of this – theContinue reading “Play Your Position”

The Montgomery Reset

I was assisted in writing this post by a bottle of Stringer Cellars – Cabernet Sauvignon 2017. Oak Knoll District NV California. A bold beauty from the base of the Mayacamas Mountains. Aged 20 Months in French Oak. Bold. Dry. Solid structure. Strongly tannic. Slightly acidic. Opening with oak, blackberries, and chocolate. A substantial sustainContinue reading “The Montgomery Reset”

The Clear and Secular Case for Reparations

I was assisted in this reposting and commentary by a bottle of Josh Cellars – Reserve Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon 2020. A four point – under $20.00 beauty that definitely outperforms its modest price. Strong. Bold entrance. Moderate tannins. Elegantly dry. Moderate acidity. Leading in with oak, vanilla, and leather. A sustain of blackberries,Continue reading “The Clear and Secular Case for Reparations”