Wine of the Week

A trio of wines from one of France's great vintners

"...Chapoutier Côtes-du-Rhône Belleruche Rouge, a delicious concoction made from Grenache and Syrah. Like most European wines, this is food..."

Dec. 16, 2011 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Weekend Wine: Chapoutier's Belleruche

Red, White, and Rosé Wines for Labor Day

"...The red version is primarily Grenache with some Syrah. The rosé adds some Cinsaut to..."

Aug. 28, 2021 Food Post by Wes Marshall

Local Wine Experts Rank 48 Canned Wines Available in Austin

Good wine comes in cans, too

"...1st place: Coppola 2016 Diamond Collection Sauvignon Blanc (78 points, $5) Said one panelist: "It's just crisp,..."

July 12, 2019 Food Feature by Tom Thornton

Science-Fiction Wine?

Bonny Doon's Randall Grahm keeps winemaking weird

"...weren't so good. Grahm makes three versions. Le Cigare Blanc ($22) is a combination of Roussanne and Grenache Blanc,..."

July 25, 2008 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Wine of the Week

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"...finish. The refreshing rosé is made from 100% French grenache blanc grapes. The Ovation Cuvée is a well-balanced blend..."

Nov. 3, 2006 Food Column by Claudia Alarcón

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Holiday Wines

"...Tablas Creek Vineyard Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc ($28): The trick here is this California winery is..."

Dec. 19, 2003 Food Column by Wes Marshall

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Wes Marshall reveals the best wine bargains of 2001.

"...-- An Italian pairing of Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc. As seamless as a Fred and Ginger dance routine...."

Nov. 2, 2001 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Eric Wareheim of Tim & Eric Brings His New Wine to Austin

Las Jaras wines – “Sweet Berry Wine” – comes to town this spring

"...source from Love Ranch, which is near Yosemite. That’s grenache blanc, grenache noir, picpoul blanc, mourvedre, and roussanne. I..."

March 29, 2019 Food Post by Tom Thornton

Wine of the Week

Randall Grahm, rich weirdo, makes great wine

"...His 2004 Le Cigare Blanc ($20) is Grahm's version of a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It's..."

March 23, 2007 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Time for Rosés

Rosés are a crisp complement to the savory flavors of summer grilling

"...From down the road in Stone­wall, the Becker Provençal Grenache ($10) is a masterpiece. They lavish the same attention..."

July 11, 2008 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

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World-class white wine -- from Texas!

"...something more than the same old chardonnay and sauvignon blanc? Many people treasure the white wines of France's Rhone..."

April 25, 2003 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Wine of the Week

New releases from Talbott and Bonny Doon

"...in three colors. The red is made of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Cinsault. The white is a combination of..."

June 6, 2014 Food Post by Wes Marshall

Wine of the Week: William Chris Vineyards

This Hye, Texas vineyard is worth a trip

"...well describes the wine, made from Orange Muscat, Chenin Blanc, and Grenache Blanc. It has attractive aromas with tart..."

Sept. 14, 2012 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Weekend Wine: A $12 Gem from France

White Luberon for a Texas summer

"...The wine is a blend of Vermentino (vehr-men-TEE-noh) and Grenache Blanc. Given its price, you might expect a fruity,..."

May 26, 2023 Food Post by Wes Marshall

Wine of the Week

Michel Chapoutier's biodynamic wines offer a reasonable introduction to the Rhône

"...M. Chapoutier Côtes-du-Rhône Belleruche Blanc and Rouge..."

Feb. 27, 2009 Food Column by Wes Marshall

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Here are some romantic ideas to fill your Valentine's belly.

"...added at the last minute. Serve it with Gruet Blanc de Blanc Sparkling Wine ($13) or, if you want..."

Feb. 14, 2003 Food Column by Wes Marshall

How About a Little Wine with That Chocolate?

Find the perfect combination for you and your sweetie

"...Sonoma County Heritage Zinfandel ($14) or d'Arenberg's Stump Jump Grenache-Shiraz ($10)...."

Feb. 8, 2008 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

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Wes Marshall sets you up with some South African bargains.

"...been whites made from the Steen grape (aka Chenin Blanc). But the South Africans wanted some of the lucrative..."

Aug. 15, 2003 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Flight 1: Light- to Medium-Bodied Whites

"...1997 Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc ($19.99): perky, tropical, and exotic New Zealand S.B.; RINGER..."

July 23, 1999 Food Column

Superior Wine and Fine Food for a Great Charity

"...The Holy Trinity is a Rhone blend of shiraz, grenache, and mourvedre. Sam Dickey from the Granite Cafe will..."

Sept. 5, 2003 Food Feature

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Wines by the Glass

"...try: Landmark Chardonnay "Overlook" ($8.50) and D'Arrenberg "The Custodian" Grenache ($7.75)..."

June 1, 2001 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Top 10 Texas Wines

"...half – specifically, whites like Albariño, Viognier, Roussanne, Gre­nache Blanc, Marsanne, and Vermentino; or reds like Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah,..."

Jan. 3, 2014 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

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Holiday Wines

"..."Methode Champenoise:" wines like Korbel Extra Dry ($10), Gruet Blanc du Noir ($12), or Domaine Chandon Brut ($14). If..."

Nov. 22, 2002 Food Column by Wes Marshall

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Some of our top proposals for quaffing wines that taste great ice-cold.

"...1999 La Playa Sauvignon Blanc -- $6.99..."

July 6, 2001 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Oh, Sister

Adelaide, South Australia, sibling city and state of Austin, Texas, is a delicious destination for food and wine lovers

"...out for include Cape d'Estaing Cabernet, False Cape Sauvignon Blanc, and Springs Road Chardonnay...."

April 21, 2006 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Wine of the Week

Vintner Randall Grahm turns his eye to Texas grapes

"...and 2012 vintages and were especially excited by the Grenache, Cinsault, and Mourvèdre. Then, he stopped us and appeared..."

Oct. 12, 2012 Food Column by Wes Marshall

A Loaf of Bread, a Jug of Wine

The simple but elegant art of picnic pairing

"...the bread. It's a good, basic Rhône with 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah grapes and an almost limestoney feeling..."

April 22, 2005 Food Feature by Barbara Chisholm

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Wes Marshall finds some French wines that both Ann Clark and your wallet will approve of.

"...more expensive and worth the difference is their Pinot Blanc ($11), a great match for seafood. Hugel's Gewürztraminer ($16)..."

Nov. 8, 2002 Food Column by Wes Marshall

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Under $10, Under $20

"...1999 Le Mas du Cedre Cotes du Rhone Blanc, $12..."

Feb. 2, 2001 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Why Natural Wine Is the Biggest Drink Trend in Austin Right Now

Act natural this summer

"...I've grappled with while enjoying a glass of natural Grenache on the huge outdoor patio of LoLo wine bar..."

May 26, 2023 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

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