Well, it may not be merlot, but it sure seems close.  Carminere is an increasingly popular variety that deserves some close attention.

Well, it may not be merlot, but it sure seems close.  Carminere is an increasingly popular variety that deserves some close attention.

Al Spoler and Hugh Sisson taste and review some of the finest wines around the world and from our Maryland wineries.

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Carminere

The wines of Washington State continue to impress, and we catch up with a few new releases that show you why.

The wines of Washington State continue to impress, and we catch up with a few new releases that show you why.

Al has fallen in love with these full-flavored white wines produced with great skill on the island of Sardinia.  And they are perfect for the season.

Al has fallen in love with these full-flavored white wines produced with great skill on the island of Sardinia.  And they are perfect for the season.

The season has arrived for glasses of bubbly sparkling wine, and Hugh has a handful of sensible suggestions.

The season has arrived for glasses of bubbly sparkling wine, and Hugh has a handful of sensible suggestions.