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The Willamette Valley Wineries Association (WVWA) is hosting a public tasting in Washington, D.C., of Willamette Valley’s signature variety — Pinot Noir — along with an array of other varieties produced in the region. Winemakers and winery owners from 54 participating wineries will be on … Continue reading
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Our latest everyday wine picks hail from California’s rugged Central Coast — namely, the Paso Robles American Viticultural Area (AVA) in San Luis Obispo County. Wedged roughly halfway between Monterey (to the north) and Santa Barbara (to the south), this appellation is distinguished by rugged … Continue reading
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A number of years ago, long-time Napa Valley winemaker Mitch Cosentino relinquished his remaining interests in the winery he established in the 1980s — Cosentino Winery, on Highway 29 in Yountville — and along with several partners founded a new venture called pureCru Napa Valley. … Continue reading
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Aromas: ripe boysenberry; orange peel; hints of lavender Character: dry; medium-bodied; fruit-driven; elegant and energetic; moderate tannins; vivid acids; vanilla-tinged oak Flavors: red- and blackberry compote; savory herbs; clove; hints of rhubarb & mineral Food Pairing: ripe, creamy & medium sharp cheeses; salmon with Champagne sauce; lamb chops … Continue reading
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Bodegas Muga farms upwards of 1,000 acres of vineyards (620 of which are estate) along the foothills of the rocky Obarenes Mountains in the Rioja Alta region of northern Spain. From these vines comes their Reserva, a blend of Tempranillo (70%), Grenache (20%), Mazuelo (7%), and Graciano … Continue reading
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Following our recent review of Renieri’s Invetro, we discovered yet another superb-value mini-Super Tuscan (Indicazione Geografica Tipica, or IGT, classification) from the region’s 2010 vintage. This one hails from the venerable Chianti producer Ruffino, and consists of Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), and Merlot … Continue reading
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Invetro is a big-value mini-Super Tuscan from the Renieri Estate in Montalcino. Comprised of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, it is energetic and sinewy, featuring vivid aromas of black cherry, rosemary, and wet stone followed by tangy flavors of cranberry, red grapefruit, and … Continue reading
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Aromas: lushly aromatic, with notions of black raspberry, vanilla bean, black tea & lavender Character: dry; medium-full bodied; lean & elegant; moderate acidity & tannins; unfiltered; 13.6% ABV Flavors: earthy, with notions of blackberry, cured tobacco, cocoa & graphite Food Pairing: medium to sharp cheeses; roasted … Continue reading
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Saudé Creek Vineyards is located on the Pamunkey River in New Kent County, Virginia, about halfway between Richmond and Williamsburg in the state’s Tidewater region. The winery produces a thoughtful selection of red and white wines from both French-American hybrid varieties and traditional vinifera varieties. … Continue reading
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We really enjoy giving olive oil to family and friends during the holidays, but it isn’t always easy to find an oil that is somehow “special.” As olive oil’s popularity in the United States has grown over the years, so has the number of brands available on … Continue reading
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We recently had the pleasure of visiting the Grace family at their winery — Grace Patriot Wines — in El Dorado County, California. Their property lies just a few miles east of Placerville, the county seat, in an area known as “Apple Hill” … Continue reading
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Aromas: black cherry; cured tobacco; pencil lead; anise; violets; cedar Character: dry; full-bodied & firm; elegant & velvety; smooth tannins & racy acidity; assertive oak; 14% ABV Flavors: black currant; red bell pepper; cured tobacco; clove; dried thyme; toasty oak Food Pairing: medium & sharp … Continue reading
