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Summer Refresh_ Trader Joe’s “Petit Reserve” Sauvignon Blanc

Summer Refresh: Trader Joe’s “Petit Reserve” Sauvignon Blanc

Posted on: July 29th, 2019 by Tom Peiffer No Comments

Recently, we were talking about the ever-so-important “Hot Weather Quaff”.  But just what does that mean in the world of wine?  To move this along, we took an informal poll... Read More
Here’s to Fall Evenings on the Patio: Terre De La Custodia Grechetto 2014

Here’s to Fall Evenings on the Patio: Terre De La Custodia Grechetto 2014

Posted on: October 18th, 2016 by Tom Peiffer No Comments

As the super-hot days of summer fade into fall, outside dining’s lovely alternatives present themselves once again.  But don’t put away the summer wines just yet.  Many of their wonderful... Read More
Summer freshness from Italy’s Umbria: Colli Martani Grechetto 2015

Summer freshness from Italy’s Umbria: Colli Martani Grechetto 2015

Posted on: August 26th, 2016 by Tom Peiffer No Comments

It is always interesting to see how Italian wines change from vintage to vintage, especially with the white wines.  Their subtle nuances may seem to come and go, but it’s... Read More
2011 Semillon

Semillon: Sauvignon Blanc’s little secret

Posted on: February 17th, 2016 by Tom Peiffer No Comments

Formulating wine blends to achieve tastes that are greater than the sum of their parts has been practiced for 1000’s of years.  And even today, there is no sign of... Read More
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Zarpara Sauvignon Blanc: Young but well done

Posted on: March 26th, 2015 by Tom Peiffer 6 Comments

Arizona’s white wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, have been on an impressive ascent for over 7 years now. This is great news for those of us who would like to “buy... Read More

Les Hospices Sancerre: Ready for summer

Posted on: May 14th, 2014 by Tom Peiffer No Comments

Feel it?  A change in the weather is here in the valley.  The oncoming summer, Arizona style!  Oh yeah, the patio’s allure calls.  Of course, that means patio food and... Read More

Maxwell Creek Sauvignon Blanc: Top notch on the cheap

Posted on: July 4th, 2013 by Tom Peiffer No Comments

Facing relentless competition and stubbornly sluggish sales, many wineries are continuing to offer excess inventory under “secret labels”.  That way, big names can keep prices higher on their well-known labels... Read More

Napa Sauvignon Blancs: Excellence

Posted on: January 31st, 2011 by Tom Peiffer No Comments

Over the past several years, the Napa Valley vintners struck back at worldwide competition in several white wine varietals with beautiful results.  And of course, we all benefit.  But this... Read More

Sauvignon Blancs From Down Under

Posted on: January 17th, 2011 by Tom Peiffer No Comments

The lands down under are most commonly known for red wines like Shiraz, but there are also excellent white wines offered that shouldn’t be missed. Among the best are New... Read More

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