Snobby Mommy: May 2012

About This Blog

"Snobby Mommy" is the name of this blog, but I assure you the name is a sham. "Snobby" is a lot catchier than the adjectives that more accurately describe this mommy (such as "frumpy," "cheap," or "exhausted"), and given that I am now limiting my wine consumption to no more than two glasses during the work week, I am indeed a snob about what I am willing to pour into my much coveted two glasses. Here you will find a very basic assessment of wine, put simply I will let you know whether it is worth the calories and your money, or not. Though I consider myself an "advanced" wine drinker, I have never tasted tobacco, currants or blackberries in wine and I really don't care what wine smells like, unless of course the smell is so obnoxious that I can't bear to get it anywhere near my nose and lips. My descriptions will be plain and simple, "this shit is good so run to the store and buy a case," or "drink this bottle when you are half lit and taste doesn't matter." Occasionally this blog will also include reviews of products that, much like wine, are essential to me and make life as a mom easier. Please feel free to comment or email me if you have your own reviews or if you disagree with mine.

Friday, May 25, 2012

Tobin James Cellars

It is National Wine Day and though I don't really need another excuse to drink wine, that's my excuse and I am using it! I found myself alone at Sip City Wine on Friday night, but thankfully I had Tobin James, from Paso Robles, CA, to keep me company - And good company it was. I tried six wines and my favorites were the Made in the Shade Merlot ($13) and Cacheflo Red Blend ($10!!!!). I am on my iPhone so I will keep this short; this wine is worth way more than it's paltry price. I like it and think you will too.