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This past August we introduced you to Mexico’s Adobe Guadalupe winery, which is located in the Valle de Guadalupe (Guadalupe Valley) of northern Baja California, just south of San Diego. The winery’s 2009 Gabriel red blend was the subject of our previous feature review, … Continue reading
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In June 2010, we had the pleasure of visiting Dick Cooper at his namesake Cooper Vineyards in California’s Shenandoah Valley AVA near Plymouth, in Amador County. As we stood tasting several aging wines from barrel with Dick and winemaker Mike Roser, Dick reminisced about his ancestors’ walnut farming … Continue reading
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October is Virginia Wine Month, and the time is ripe for visiting Virginia wineries, learning about grape growing and winemaking in the state, and most importantly, tasting Virginia wines. In celebration of this special time of year — and in … Continue reading
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Family-owned and operated Rockbridge Vineyard is located in Raphine, Virginia, on the north side of Rockbridge County about midway between Staunton and Lexington, in the Shenandoah Valley. Here owner/winemaker Shepherd (“Shep”) Rouse tends 17 acres of estate vineyards at an elevation of 2,000 … Continue reading
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Bogle has released its newest Phantom — a blend of Old Vine Zinfandel (51%) Petite Sirah (47%), and Old Vine Mourvedre (2%) sourced from vineyards in Lodi, Clarksburg, and Amador County. This is Bogle’s flagship red, produced in limited quantities and released each fall at a … Continue reading
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We recently introduced you to Joullian Vineyards, located in Monterey County’s Carmel Valley. We featured their 2011 Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay, Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, which we found to be complex and delicious. Click here for that review. We have since tasted two other Joullian whites … Continue reading
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Aromas: boysenberry; dried herbs; black tea; iron Character: dry; full-bodied & rich; dried fruit & earth driven; zesty acids; mild tannins; subtle oak; 14.5% ABV Flavors: dried blueberry; roasted coffee beans; cola; bittersweet chocolate; hints of eucalyptus Food Pairing: versatile: medium to sharp … Continue reading
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Aromas: dried dark fruit; leather; pepper; rose petals Character: dry; full-bodied; firm & intense; expressive acidity; moderate tannins; mild, cedar-tinged oak; nicely balanced; 13% ABV Flavors: blackberry; bell pepper; licorice; woodsmoke; flint; musk; dusting of cocoa Food Pairing: sharp cheeses; roasted meats … Continue reading
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Aromas: pear; apple pie; butterscotch Character: dry; fleshy & lush; vivid & crisp; racy acidity; moderate oak; 14.2% alcohol Flavors: pear; Rainier Cherry; hazelnut; buttered biscuit; lemon zest; pinches of white pepper & cardamon Food Pairing: medium sharp cheeses; roasted chicken; grilled fish; seared foie … Continue reading
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Aromas: black pepper; Chinese 5-spice; graphite/pencil lead; cedar Character: dry; full-bodied; firm structure; earth/mineral-driven; bright acids & chewy tannins; integrated oak; 14.9% alcohol Flavors: blackberry; roasted red bell pepper; kalamata olive; bitters; lime zest; woodsmoke Food Pairing: medium to sharp cheeses; grilled beef, lamb, and vegetables; roasted pork; … Continue reading
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In terms of size and style, Saddleback Cellars is quite modest by Napa Valley standards. The winery, located in Oakville and nestled about halfway between Napa’s iconic Route 29 and Silverado Trail, has only 15 acres planted to vine — most devoted to … Continue reading
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Aromas: aromatic; honeysuckle; dried apricots; marzipan Character: dry; full-bodied; honeyed & spicy; velvety & viscous; zingy acids Flavors: nectarine; quince; candied ginger & orange peel; ripe banana; dusting of white pepper Food Pairing: cheese plate; crispy oriental dishes; foie gras … Continue reading
