We're going on a ballet of flavors with the 2019 14 Hands Merlot today. It's made from Merlot grapes that have grown in the Columbia Valley in Washington State, a place where grapes perform their own dance, growing and maturing under the sun and stars. The color of this Merlot is as deep and intriguing as the plot of an adventure novel I just can't put down. It draws you in, … [Read more...] about 2019 14 Hands Merlot
Kid Somms
2018 Shoreside Merlot
So, imagine if you will, we're spending the day at the beach, and the wine we're looking at is the 2018 Shoreside Merlot. It's made from Merlot grapes that are grown in California, which is a lot like a big, sunny beach for grapes. This Merlot is as deep and inviting as a calm ocean bay, with a color as beautiful as a seashell you might find while beach combing. Take a whiff … [Read more...] about 2018 Shoreside Merlot
2021 Penner~Ash Pinot Noir
Okay, imagine this - we're in the world of Pinot Noir grapes, specifically the ones from Willamette Valley in Oregon. It's like being a part of a championship soccer team where everyone is trying their best, and the climate in Willamette Valley is like their supportive coach, just right for these grapes to shine. The 2021 Penner~Ash Pinot Noir looks like the perfect sunset … [Read more...] about 2021 Penner~Ash Pinot Noir
2019 Decoy Pinot Noir
Alright, we're setting our sights on the 2019 Decoy Pinot Noir, another gem from the wine haven of Sonoma County, California. This is like jumping back a couple of levels in your favorite video game to revisit and see what new things you can discover. Let's start this journey by imagining you're lifting the wine glass to your nose, just like you'd lift your binoculars at a … [Read more...] about 2019 Decoy Pinot Noir
2021 Decoy Pinot Noir
Alright, let's get into it! Time for an in-depth look at the 2021 Decoy Pinot Noir, crafted in the wine paradise that is Sonoma County, California. This is gonna be like uncovering the secrets of a new video game level, one aroma and flavor note at a time. First off, you've got to picture holding the wine glass up to your nose, just like you'd hold up a magnifying glass to … [Read more...] about 2021 Decoy Pinot Noir
2021 Estancia Pinot Noir
Let's talk about the 2021 Estancia Pinot Noir, another treasure from those tricky Pinot Noir grapes. These are the ones that only grow really well when everything is just right - like that perfect sunny day when you don't need a sweater but it's not too hot for ice cream either. This particular wine comes from Monterey County in California. Now, Monterey is special. It's like … [Read more...] about 2021 Estancia Pinot Noir
Cabernet Sauvignon
William: Hey everybody! It's your favorite kid sommeliers, William and Madison. Today, we're switching gears to a bold and robust grape, the Cabernet Sauvignon. Madison: That's right, William. Cabernet Sauvignon is like one of the main characters in our Spy Camp books—bold, complex, and always exciting. Let's start with the color. This wine is deep and dark, almost like the … [Read more...] about Cabernet Sauvignon
Chardonnay
Madison: Hi there, fellow wine explorers! I'm Madison, and with me is my big brother, William. Today, we're bringing you into the exciting world of Chardonnay, a grape that's as diverse and versatile as the characters in our favorite books and video games! William: Chardonnay has a rich history, dating back thousands of years. The grape is believed to have originated in the … [Read more...] about Chardonnay
Merlot
William: Hey there, folks! It's William and Madison back with another exciting grape to explore. Today, we're going to talk about Merlot, a grape that's as smooth and reliable as an electric go-cart. Madison: Right on, William! When we look at Merlot wine, its color is usually a beautiful ruby red, deep but not as dark as Cabernet Sauvignon. Imagine it like the red color of … [Read more...] about Merlot