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Sélection fête des pères : du whisky mais pas seulement
À quelques heures de la fête des pères, la rédaction de Terre de Vins aide les retardataires à trouver la bouteille de whisky qui plaira à coup sûr à leur paternel. Et si vous n’avez vraiment pas le temps de vous procurer un flacon, on abat notre joker : un abonnement à Terre de Vins ! Un […] Cet article Sélection fête des pères : du whisky mais pas seulement est apparu en premier sur Terre de Vins .
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Where sculpture meets English wine
Toppesfield Vineyard hosts landmark summer art and wine festival. Toppesfield Vineyard hosted a unique three-day Sculpture & Wine Festival from 12-14 June 2026. The event brought together leading contemporary sculptors, award-winning fine English wine, and a rich artistic heritage in the north Essex countryside, just 20 minutes from Sudbury. Held in collaboration with High Roding […] The post Where sculpture meets English wine appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
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【 Review 】Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS “Kokiake”
ANA International Flight Duty-Free Pre-Order Service exclusive: The 3rd installment of the HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS series from Akkeshi arrived. Reviewing the label design and taste. The 3rd installment is “Kokiake” It refers to a deep, deep red color dyed with madder and purple. It resembles the hue of the western sky dyed by the sunset […]
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Oltrepò Pavese Wine Region
The rolling hills that rise from the Po plain toward the spine of the Apennines, just fifty kilometres south of Milan, have long been a silent witness to the ebb and flow of Italian history. Known as the Oltrepò Pavese – literally “the land beyond the Po” – this grape‑shaped enclave straddles the historical borders of […] L'articolo Oltrepò Pavese Wine Region proviene da The Wolf Post Wine Magazine .
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High-Altitude Heritage: Discovering Authentic Castilian Winemaking at Bodegas Covarrubias in Spain’s Emerging Arlanza Wine Region
A firsthand look at how family tradition, medieval history, and elevated terroir are shaping one of Spain’s most compelling wine tourism destinations. One of the highlights of my journey through Spain’s Arlanza Wine Route was a guided visit and tasting at Bodegas Covarrubias a family-owned boutique winery located in the beautifully preserved medieval village of […] The post High-Altitude Heritage: Discovering Authentic Castilian Winemaking at Bodegas Covarrubias in Spain’s Emerging Arlanza Wine Region appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Arila Gardens Single Vineyard Grenache 2024
During my youth, a mulberry tree hung over our back fence. My brothers and I used to jump the fence and scale this tree, yielding buckets upon buckets of plump, juicy mulberries. Our grandmother would then boil them up with some sugar and make a compote. This Grenache takes me back to that yard, that tree and spoonfuls of that absolutely delicious compote. Thank you, Adam Clay, for the vivid flashback because this Grenache oozes those memories. Adam and his wife Marie oversee these old Barossa vines at their Moppa home in the Barossa's north. These 1900 planted trunks are old and gnarly, drawing inspiration from deep sandy soil over clay. I walked these vines in awe back in 2020. Mulberries and blueberries are wrapped in a delightful, evocative violet-and-purple petal perfume. The latter flows onto the palate adding a distinguished mouth perfume. The palate is fabulously shaped and balanced with added highlights of cola and sarsaparilla that chime in with fine spices and a delic
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Biscay Road Riesling 2026
For a modest, expressive and cleansing Riesling, this Biscay Road from the Barossa ticks the boxes handsomely. Pretty white field flowers open the account with green apples, lemon juice and lemon sherbet that fold into one another and glisten with a neat riverstone minerality. A sheet of chalky texture drapes itself on the palate and clings on for dear life with some pie apple trying to emerge. Laze poolside, wash down some fish and chips or snack on some sea salt crisps - all are perfect partners. It's nicely done. 91/100 Region: Barossa RRP: $25 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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Lyons Will Élevage Riesling 2025
Winemaker Renata Morello suggests that this is "for the Riesling lover as it is all about texture and depth of flavour". She is not wrong either - the interest is captivating. Wild fermented in seasoned oak and seeing full malo, it spends nine months on lees. My interest is piqued on opening with scents of lemon myrtle, lemon sherbet, concentrated lemon juice and lemon cordial. These flow onto the palate delivering a thought-provoking mouthfeel and a delightful cleansing acidity. Off-dry with 7.6g/L of residual sugar, the balance and poise demonstrate this producer's class. Plonk a bottle on the lazy Susan and this will annihilate the banquet at a Chinese restaurant. 93/100 Region: Macedon Ranges RRP: $45 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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Chapel Hill The MV Bush Vine Grenache 2025
The shattering news that the Chapel Hill winery and its assets will be sold off came through a couple of days after winemaker Michael Fragos got in touch and told me a few wines were on their way. I'm devasted for Michael and his team and the uncertainty ahead, not to mention that this historic McLaren Vale brand will only be left as a name. It's worth noting that Michael Fragos sent these wines to me, not the parent body. I'm grateful that he respects my opinion enough for me to get a chance to check them out. Bright and immediately approachable, red currants and blueberries sit at the core, lifted by fresh red apples that add a neat crunch. An energetic type, shards of dark chocolate work their way into the frame. Despite its medium-bodied frame, the tannins are tense. A fine thread of spice runs through adding further appeal, much like its maker, it's honest, easy to approach with a charismatic charm. Throw this at some pizza or a burger and you're winning. 91/100 Regio
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Chapel Hill The MV Shiraz 2024
Just days before Endeavour dropped the bombshell that Chapel Hill's assets will be sold, winemaker Michael Fragos sent me an email to inform me that he had sent some wines for review. As a most respected McLaren Vale winemaker, I feel for him and his staff and the uncertainty they are left with. It's worth noting that Fragos sent these wines to me, not the parent body. I'm grateful that he respects my opinion enough to give me a look. Dense and deeply concentrated, this Shiraz unapologetically strides out with confidence. Ripe plums and cherries are framed by savoury undertones with evocative licks of cured meats and pan juices. With a whisper of char, this calls for a steak on the coals. Drying, waves of spice roll through adding further interest and complexity before a persistent length drives it home and stamps its authority. 90/100 Region: McLaren Vale RRP: $33 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram ,
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Chapel Hill The MV Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Only a few days before Endeavour went public and announced they were selling off the assets from Chapel Hill but only retaining the brand, I received an email from Michael Fragos asking if I could take a look at his wines. A great human, I feel for the staff who have been caught up in the crossfire. Perhaps this could be one of the last Chapel Hill wines that I see? To the wine... McLaren Vale Cabernet. It presents quite leafy, stemmy and firm on opening. Blackberries and blackcurrants aren't far from the action but then the savoury tempo builds and arrests your attention. Dried herbs, mint and green capsicum are the main players. Tensing up on close, this would be best with some protein by its side. I'm thinking of roast lamb or beef. 88/100 Region: McLaren Vale RRP: $33 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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News, nuggets and longreads 20 June 2026: East of Ipswich
Every Saturday we round up the best writing about beer from the past week. This time, we’ve got desi pubs, bad news and pub crawls. First, news from the World Cup and from Boston that seems to confirm a Scottish stereotype: Devon Savage from Boston Beer which owns the Samuel Adams Taproom said the Tartan […] News, nuggets and longreads 20 June 2026: East of Ipswich originally posted at Boak & Bailey's Beer Blog
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Old Cassidy Bourbon Batch A-025 Review
“A nice blend of prediction and surprise seem to be at the heart of the best art.” – Wendy Carlos With rumors abound after its incredible inaugural launch through my friend Frank Dobbins , the Old Cassidy brand from Rare Character was ripe for speculation. With just one other single barrel coming through Unicorn Auctions in 2025, this remains the most mysterious brand from Rare Character, even with the likes of Brook Hill still making waves through the whiskey market. I got to taste Frank's...
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Fly cemetery and lilac
A few months ago some of my houseplant spider plants had babies and I potted the baby cuttings in some new compost I had bought in a local garden centre. The soil did not look particularly nutritious, but I know there have been bans in recent years in using peat, so I just guessed this was what I had to now deal with. A few weeks later, I noticed tiny little flies ducking and diving all over the house. I also noticed that whenever I watered the spider plant babies, the flies seemed to appear in abundance. I can only assume the fly larvae had been buried in the new compost when I bought it. I decided to buy some fly-catchers and stick them in the pots I was suspicious of. I then gave the pots a good watering and waited. I then discovered the most horrific sight. There were loads of fly bodies stuck to the catchers. Over the months, the number has increased and occasionally when I am sitting still - such as watching TV or eating, a rogue fly will flutter past me. They are so tiny, you do
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Ardbeg Ten Cask Strength
If you’re an Ardbeg fan (and, presumably – by definition – an Ardbeg drinker) then you’ll eagerly await each Committee Exclusive release when they come along. Whether it’s the annual Ardbeg Day special release, or some other Committee Exclusive that the team has put together, it would be fair to say that these releases always … Continue reading "Ardbeg Ten Cask Strength" The post Ardbeg Ten Cask Strength appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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What Is Balance in Wine? A Simple Guide to the 5 Key Components
If you enjoy wine, which I’m sure you do because you’re reading a wine blog, I’m almost 100% certain you’ve seen the term balance. Maybe on the back of a… The post What Is Balance in Wine? A Simple Guide to the 5 Key Components appeared first on The Cheeky Vino wine blog .
videoLaphroaig Cairdeas 2014 - Amontillado Hogsheads -Feis Ile - Rare Malts #4 (Whisky Verkostung Nr.821)
https://www.whiskybase.com/whiskies/whisky/55225/laphroaig-cairdeas Kontakt: whiskygold@web.de In diesem Video stelle ich Euch meine persönliche Meinung zu einem Whisky vor. Dies ist eine unanhänigige und völlig subjektive Meinung und stellt keine Verbindung zur einer Verkaufsplattform her. Hierbei handelt es sich NICHT um Produktplatzierungen. Der Whisky der vorgestellt wird, ist von mir privat erworben worden und steht in keiner Weise in Verbindung zu dem Unternehmen. Dieses Video beinhaltet u
videoPiedmont wine in NYC
🍇 Which Piedmont grape varieties are the perfect match for New York City's vibrant wine scene? We asked our friend and NYC hospitality expert, Yannick Benjamin, to share his ideas 🍷
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Scotland Fans Drink Boston Lager Dry During 2026 FIFA World Cup, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries
Scotland Fans Drink Boston Lager Dry During 2026 FIFA World Cup, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries If you ever needed proof that soccer fans know how to support a brewery, look no further than Boston this past weekend. Scotland's Tartan Army march toward Fenway Park. Bob Dechiara-Imagn Images Thousands of supporters from Scotland's legendary [...]
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Pacifica FogHorns score early, add on late to end Napa Valley Baseball Club’s winning streak in second day of Around the Horn
The Pacifica FogHorns beat the Napa Valley Baseball Club 19s, 8-3, in the second day of tournament action at the Around the Horn The post Pacifica FogHorns score early, add on late to end Napa Valley Baseball Club’s winning streak in second day of Around the Horn appeared first on Napa Sports News .
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videoCascadia Garryana Finish from Bardstown Bourbon Co. - Short & Sweet Review
Thanks to Bardstown Bourbon Company for sharing their new Cascadia Garryana Finish from the Distillery Reserve series with us! It's a blend of straight Bourbon aged 9 and 10 years old from KY and IN,107.5 proof, comes in a 375 ml bottle, and has a suggest retail price of $99.99. Welcome back to "Short and Sweet", where the reviews are (usually) short, and it's very sweet of those who share their whiskey with us! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
videovPub Live - Blind Tasting Whisky: Why We're Rubbish (and great)
Over the course of the last few weeks, I’ve attended joyously good fun events. All at whisky’s side; celebrations of great whiskies and the people around it. It’s been a brilliant time with positivity and energy running throughout. But there’s another thing that connects all of these events - they were all enjoyed blind, or at least semi-blind. What I’m about to state is from a personal perspective only, but perhaps you’ll agree that in recent times tasting whisky blind - without fear - has beco
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GSN Review: Wandering Barman Bottled Cocktails
Wandering Barman is a prepared cocktail brand founded by bartenders, offering authentic, bar-quality cocktails designed for both hospitality and at-home occasions. Produced in small batches using house-made ingredients and premium spirits in Brooklyn, New York, the brand has built a strong following for its handcrafted approach and innovative format. Its portfolio includes 100ml and 750ml […]