Wine with the Lab!
Over these 6 tasting sessions I hope to give you the tasting experience and core knowledge you need to understand what types of red wines you like, where they come from, and where the value exists for each style so you can confidently order wine at a restaurant or more confidently know what you're buying when faced with a 'wall of bottles' at the wine store.
January 16, 2025
The Rich and The Bold Varietals
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Cabernet Sauvignon
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2021 My Favorite Neighbor Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles)
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Merlot
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2021 Duckhorn Vineyards Merlot (Napa Valley)
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Zinfandel
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2019 Prisoner Wine Co Saldo (California)
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Syrah (Shiraz)
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2021 Nangkita Shiraz Stationman (Fleuieru, South Australia)
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Cabernet Franc
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2021 Hermann J. Weimer Cabernet Franc (Seneca Lake, NY)
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Malbec
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2020 Vinyes Ocults Malbec (Uco Valley, Argentina)
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March 13, 2025
The Fine and The Subtle Varietals
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Pinot Noir
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2022 Belle Glos Pinot Noir Glasir Holt
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Nebbiolo
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2022 G.D. Vajra Lange Nebbiolo
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Tempranillo
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2017 Vina Eguia Rioja Reserva
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Gamay
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2022 Domaine Anita Moulin-a-Vent Les Caves Tres Vieille Vigne
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Sangiovese
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2020 Cafaggio Chianti Classico Basicila Cafaggio
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Grenache/Syrah Blend (GSM)
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2020 Guillaume Gonnet Cotes du Rhone Le Reveur
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May 22, 2025
California
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Central Coast (Paso Robles) Cabernet Sauvignon
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2021 Vina Robles Cabernet Sauvignon Estate
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Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
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2021 Buehler Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate
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Proprietary Blend
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2021 My Favorite Neighbor Harvey and Harriet Red Blend
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Pinot Noir
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2021 Walt Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills
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Zinfandel
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2020 Michael-David Vineyards Zinfandel Earthquake
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July 17, 2025
France
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Bordeaux (Cabernet Sauvignon dominant)
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2019 Chateau Beaumont (Haut-Medoc)
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Bordeaux (Merlot dominant)
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2019 Chateau Haut Rocher (St. Emilion)
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Burgundy (Pinot Noir)
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2022 Domaine Jean-Jacques Girard Beaune 1er Cru Clos du Roi
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Northern Rhone (Syrah)
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2022 Georges Lelektsoglou/Compagnie de l’Hermitage Crozes-Hermitage Vieilles Vignes de Gervans
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Southern Rhone (Côte du Rhône GSM Blend)
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2018 Charalambos Lelektsoglou/Lyle Fass Côtes du Rhône Ariane
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September 11, 2025
Italy
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Barolo & Barbaresco
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2019 Mauro Molina Barolo
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Barbera
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2021 Villa Sparina Barbera del Monferrato
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Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
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2021 Catina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Il Vino dal Tralcetto
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Chianti
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2019 Kirkland Signature Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
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Super Tuscans
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2018 Argiano Non Confunditur Toscana IGT
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November 20, 2025
Spain
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Rioja (Tempranillo)
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2016 R Lopez Heredia Rioja Crianza Vina Cubillo
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Ribero del Duero (Tempranillo aka Tinto Fino)
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2021 Psi Ribera del Duero
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Aragon (Granacha)
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2021 Bodegas Breca Garnacha
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Mencia
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2021 Palacio de Arganza Bierzo Flavium Seleccion
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Bobal
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2021 Mustiguillo Mestizaje Bobal
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