Welcome to First Pour Wine’s Back to Wine Basics 2012.  The goal is to help those new to wine to understand the basic grapes, how to taste, and what bottles might provide the ideal example of what a varietal (wine made from a grape) can be [all under $10].

Intro – Back to Wine Basics 2012 Edition

The Whites

Riesling – 2010 Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Riesling

Sauvignon Blanc – 2010 Smart Cookie Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc
Alternate – 2011 Starborough Sauvignon Blanc

Chardonnay – 2010 Muirwood Chardonnay

The Reds

Pinot Noir – 2010 D’Autrefois Pinot Noir

Merlot – 2010 Alterra Merlot

Cabernet Sauvignon – 2009 Running With Scissors Cabernet Sauvignon