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”