Hello and welcome to my weekly dig through the pile of wine samples that show up asking to be tasted. I’m pleased to bring you the latest installment of Vinography Unboxed, where I highlight some of the better bottles that have crossed my doorstep recently. This past week included a bunch of interesting wines from near and far. Let’s start …

I hope you all are having a safe and happy holiday season so far. Winter is in full force over much of the U.S. at the moment, and a dangerous storm is affecting travel for millions, so I hope you’re in a warm place surrounded by loved ones — and hopefully some good food and wine. I recently made my …

Happy holidays from wine country. The Europa Village Wineries and Resort in the Temecula Valley twinkles amidst its holiday decorations. Insiders know that mid-winter is often the best time to visit wine country, as it’s one of the more calm times of the year for winemakers. INSTRUCTIONS:Download this image by right-clicking on the image and selecting “save link as” or …

A creamy, layered white, with minerally hints of smoke and saline underscoring lush golden apple, baked white peach, lemon curd and elderflower notes. Round and medium-bodied, with bright acidity keeping this focused and fresh through the mouthwatering, spiced finish. Drink now through 2037. 400 cases made, 100 cases imported. Source : dceb12048d9dfecd4c12b810f09dc6df

Focuses on a core of tangy, juicy red fruit flavors, with touches of red licorice, toasted herbs, oolong tea and fresh earth that linger on a sleek frame. Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre. Drink now. 1,500 cases imported. Source : 1f360631305c706d0165fc629d36350d