Category: Types of Wine

Nortico Alvarinho – WineO Mark Review

Nortico Alvarinho – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Albariño Vintage: 2021 ABV: 12.5% Wine Region: Portugal Flavor Profile: Lemon, grapefruit, tropical fruits, and minerals Average Price: $13 – $15 WineO Mark Review The aromas of this wine is filled with lemon, lime, white peach, and minerality. On the palate, this dry wine […]

A Guide to Grüner Veltliner: Everything to Know & Top Picks Under $25

A Guide to Grüner Veltliner: Our Favorites Under $25 Grüner Veltliner (“grew-ner velt-LEE-ner”) is my go-to wine when looking at a restaurant’s wine list for several reasons: it’s high quality, easy to drink, and typically the most affordable option. In addition, Grüner Veltliner pairs well with all types of food making it a versatile choice. […]

Soalheiro Alvarinho – WineO Mark Review

Soalheiro Alvarinho – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: Alvarinho Vintage: 2021  ABV: 12% Wine Region: Melgaço, Monção, Portugal Flavor Profile: Peach, apple, citrus notes, and minerals Average Price: $25 WineO Mark Review With the bright golden color on the glass, this wine has lovely fresh scents of tropical fruits, citrus notes, and minerality.  […]

Lagar de Costa Doelas Albariño – WineO Mark Review

Lagar de Costa Doelas Albariño – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Albariño Vintage: 2020 ABV: 13.5% Wine Region: Rías Baixas, Spain Flavor Profile: Peach, pear, green apple, lemon, and minerals Average Price: $18 – $20 WineO Mark Review This wine has a pale gold color on the glass with a touch of […]

Fento Albariño – WineO Mark Review

Fento Albariño – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Albariño Vintage: 2021 ABV: 12.5% Wine Region: Rías Baixas, Spain Flavor Profile: Pear, peach, apple, citrus, and minerals Average Price: $20 – $24 WineO Mark Review This wine has a greenish color on the glass with floral, citrus, apple, and stone fruit aromas that […]

Ethereo Albariño – WineO Mark Review

Ethereo Albariño – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: Albariño Vintage: 2020 ABV: 13.0% Wine Region: Rias Baixas, Spain Flavor Profile: Citrus, pear, peach, apple, and minerals Average Price: $16 – $18 WineO Mark Review This wine has a bright gold color on the glass with aromatic flavors of dried pineapple, grapefruit, citrus fruits, […]

Adega Familiar Eladio Piñeiro Envidia Cochina – WineO Mark Review

Adega Familiar Eladio Piñeiro Envidia Cochina – WineO Mark Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Albariño Vintage: 2020 ABV: 13.0% Wine Region: Rias Baixas, Spain Flavor Profile: Pear, apple, floral, lemon, and minerals Average Price: $30 – $34 WineO Mark Review Light golden yellow on the glass, this wine has an aroma of citrus fruits, white […]

Schloss Gobelsburg Grüner Veltliner – WineO Mark Review

Schloss Gobelsburg Grüner Veltliner – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Grüner Veltliner Vintage: 2020 ABV: 12% Wine Region: Kamptal, Austria Flavor Profile: Apples, pear, lemon, nuts, spices, and minerals Average Price: $17 – $20 WineO Mark Review This wine is well-structured, well-balanced, and crisp. It has aromas of pear, lemon peel, apple, […]

Landhaus Mayer Grüner Veltliner – WineO Mark Review

Landhaus Mayer Grüner Veltliner – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Grüner Veltliner Vintage: 2021 ABV: 12% Wine Region: Niederosterreich, Austria Flavor Profile: Citrus, minerals, and spices Average Price: $15 WineO Mark Review With a pale lemon-green color on the glass, this wine has an attractive citrus aromas of grapefruit, lime, lemon, and notes of […]

A Guide to Shiraz Wine: Our Picks for the 9 Best Shiraz Wine

A Guide to Shiraz Wine: Our Picks for the 9 Best Shiraz Wine Syrah = Shiraz But the name given to the wine may help indicate its taste, similar to how Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris are both the same grape but have slightly different flavor profiles. It is a popular wine in many countries, […]

Barbara Öhlzelt Grüner Leader – WineO Mark Review

Barbara Öhlzelt Grüner Leader – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Grüner Veltliner Vintage: 2021 ABV: 12% Wine Region: Kampstal, Austria Flavor Profile: Pear, green apple, lemon, lime, and minerals Average Price: $18 – $24 WineO Mark Review This wine is light and has bright aromas featuring citrus fruits, pear, and minerals.  And […]

Domäne Wachau Grüner Veltliner Federspiel Terrassen – WineO Mark Review

Domäne Wachau Grüner Veltliner – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Grüner Veltliner Vintage: 2020 ABV: 12% Wine Region: Wachau, Austria Flavor Profile: Green apple, pear, lemon, grapefruit, and minerals Average Price: $14 – $20 WineO Mark Review On the glass, this wine has a pale lemon color with a citrus aroma along […]

Hager Matthias Grüner Veltliner – WineO Mark Review

Hager Matthias Grüner Veltliner – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 100% Gruner Veltliner Vintage: 2019 ABV: 13% Wine Region: Kamptal, Austria Flavor Profile: Citrus fruits, honey, and minerals Average Price: $16 -$20 WineO Mark Review This wine is pale gold on the glass with tart aromas of pear and green apple with notes […]

Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet – Shiraz – WineO Mark Review

Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet – Shiraz – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Shiraz Vintage: 2018 ABV: 14.5% Wine Region: South Australia, Australia Flavor Profile: Dark fruits, oak, chocolate, vanilla, and spices Average Price: $50 – $60 WineO Mark Review This wine is fragrant with aromas of plum, blackberry, black […]

Henschke Henry’s Seven – WineO Mark Review

Henschke Henry’s Seven – WineO Mark Review Wine Stats Grape Variety: 77% Shiraz, 11% Grenache, 10% Mataro, 2% Viognier Vintage: 2021 ABV: 14.5% Wine Region: Barossa, South Australia Flavor Profile: Dark fruits, oak, vanilla, and spices Average Price: $35 – $45 WineO Mark Review This wine is bold and has well-rounded flavors. Its aroma is […]