(Imbiber site contributor Matt Herges is a wine lover who has pitched for seven MLB teams over his 17-year career. This season is his first with the Cleveland Indians)
Principe Corsini “Don Tommaso” Chianti Classico 2005
Matt's take: Although I'm not a Chianti lover, I was pleasantly surprised by this wine. It has a medium body, is very smooth and has a significant amount of sediment. I enjoyed a glass, then put it in the fridge for a day. After reopening it, it was just as tasty.
Price: $35
Rating: 88
Principe Corsini “Le Corti” Chianti Classico 2005
Matt's take: Wow! This wine has given me a new appreciation for Italian wine. This one will be in my cellar from now on. Smooth as smooth can be with plum and oak. Phenomenal!
Price: $20
Rating: 92
Champagne Henriot Brut Rose
Matt's take: By far the best Champagne I’ve ever tasted. After putting the kids down for bed, my wife and I cautiously poured a glass and began to sip. The next thing we know the spa was at a steamy 104 degrees and it was like we were newlyweds again. Thanks Henriot!
Price: $55
Rating: 92
