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8 Sonoma Wineries Where You Can Spend the Night
Why spend the night at a hotel, when you can rest your head just steps away from the tasting room? The post 8 Sonoma Wineries Where You Can Spend the Night appeared first on Sonoma Magazine .
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Figurehead Brewing Introduces Something Belgian-Inspired That’s Not Beer
Seattle’s Figurehead Brewing introduces a Belgian-inspired lunch offering at its Stone Way location. It's a riff on the mitraillette sandwich.
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He Ain’t Heavy, Mister, He’s My Bottle!
When I taste a wine packaged in heavy glass with a deep punt, I am instantly curious. Why is this wine in this fancy-ass bottle?...
videoCould Côte-Rôtie be the greatest Syrah region in the world?
Many collectors think so. From its dramatic slopes to its distinctive style, Côte-Rôtie has earned a reputation as one of France's most prestigious wine appellations. And surprisingly, its wines often include a small amount of white grape. Watch the full video to learn why. 🍷
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Domaine Cauhapé Geyser Jurançon Sec 2020 Review
Jurançon sec? Do we have to try this? This region is admittedly obscure for the Australian reader. Jurançon is in […] The post Domaine Cauhapé Geyser Jurançon Sec 2020 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
videoThe Top 5 Most OVERRATED Bourbons!
1. Anything Van Winkle (Pappy Van Winkle) The Van Winkle line is the poster child for bourbon hype. While the Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year is often praised for its 107-proof punch and balance, other expressions are frequently criticized for failing to meet the "nectar of the gods" expectations created by their multi-thousand-dollar secondary prices. Common Criticisms: Reviewers from r/bourbon have noted that the Pappy Van Winkle 20 Year can be overly oaky and bitter, lacking the complexity to justif
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📺The Family Behind Harlan Estate: Inside Promontory with Will Harlan
A hillside they chased for almost 25 years. An island of metamorphic rock that shouldn't exist in Napa. A 100% Cabernet that doesn't taste like...
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Duckhorn 'Three Palms Vineyard' Vertical Tasting
It was a magical tasting of ‘Three Palms Vineyard’ Merlot and Cabernet by Duckhorn. Today we share the famed wines from the Three Palms Vineyard by Duckhorn. One of Napa’s historic vineyards, the Three Palms Vineyard is a 73-acre estate in Calistoga. Named for the three palm trees planted in the 1890s, the site was planted in 1967 by Sloan Upton and his brother. The location is set on rocky, volcanic stone soils and the inaugural release from this site was Duckhorn’s Merlot from the 1978 vintage. At the time no other wineries were making single vineyard Merlots but Dan and Margaret Duckhorn saw this vision to create single site wines from a single vintage in Napa. Today Duckhorn has Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon primarily planted at this location. I have loved these wines over the years. They are typically dense and opulent but have good poise and rocky/loamy soil character. Three Palms Merlot is typically aged in 50% or more new French oak. The oak character in the wine gently caresse
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📺 The Person Actually Holding Our Winery Together
In the back half of the 2026 vintage I got on a plane to Austria and Spain — and, depending on how the whole fuel...
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2023 Starfield Vineyards The Miner’s Inch El Dorado
The post 2023 Starfield Vineyards The Miner’s Inch El Dorado appeared first on planet grape® wine review .
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Faces of Boulder: Campus Edition – Golden Afternoon on the CU Quad
On a beautiful Colorado afternoon, a group of students at the University of Colorado Boulder sits together on a campus bench, enjoying one of those perfect Boulder days that seem almost too good to be real. Laptops rest on their laps, backpacks sit nearby, and conversations flow easily as they soak up the sunshine between […] The post Faces of Boulder: Campus Edition – Golden Afternoon on the CU Quad first appeared on About Boulder County Colorado - Visitor and Local Guide to Boulder County Colorado .
videoCould This White Bordeaux Fool Burgundy Lovers?
Château La Fleur de Boüard Chardonnay Vin de Pays de l’Atlantique 2021 Link to the wine: https://www.winex.com/chateau-la-fleur-de-bouard-chardonnay-vin-de-pays-de-l-atlantique-2021.html Join our Daily Email Offer List: https://cdn.forms-content.sg-form.com/f3da488a-d10b-11ee-94a3-62718bdc6118 When you think of Bordeaux, Chardonnay is probably the last grape that comes to mind. That may be about to change. After decades of building Château Angélus into one of Bordeaux's most iconic estates, Hubert de Boüard decided to pursue a personal passion project. Inspired by his love of White Burgundy, he identified a small limestone-rich parcel at Château La Fleur de Boüard in Lalande-de-Pomerol and planted just two hectares of Chardonnay. It was an unconventional decision for Bordeaux, but one that made perfect sense once you understood the site. The soils are rich in limestone, clay, and sand, offering surprising similarities to some of Burgundy's great Chardonnay terroirs. E
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Nalu Retreat: Your Next Serene Getaway Awaits
Nalu Retreat: Your Next Serene Getaway Awaits – Luxe Beat Magazine
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2023 Starfield Vineyards Mourvedre El Dorado
The post 2023 Starfield Vineyards Mourvedre El Dorado appeared first on planet grape® wine review .
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Former Trail Blazer CJ McCollum aims to ‘bring people together’ with inaugural wine collection
Former Trail Blazer CJ McCollum aims to ‘bring people together’ with inaugural wine collection
videoChateau Palmer: What Every Wine Collector Needs to Know! (2026)
Following a recent visit to the winery, John Jackson DipWSET a/k/a Attorney Somm discusses Third Growth Bordeaux winery Château Palmer. Attorney Somm discusses Palmer's grape growing and wine making philosophies, wine collecting and wine buying strategies and his favorite vintages for Palmer. NAPA VALLEY DECODED: New Book from Attorney Somm Whether you want to discover affordable, high‑quality Cabernets, navigate all 17 AVAs plus Pritchard Hill with confidence, better understand your own palate and the wine styles that fit it, or pick up practical tips for visiting, Napa Valley Decoded is the #1 Best Selling comprehensive resource you need to make smarter, more confident choices. Now available in hardcover and Kindle here: https://amzn.to/4x7fJ3Y MY FAVORITE FLASH SITE - Sign up to receive $10 off your first order! https://lastbottlewines.com?referral_code=OTQ0MzE5NjkyODI4NA WINE COLLECTOR RESOURCES & CELLAR TOOLS Books and wine accessories I use in my own cellar! https://www.a
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2023 Starfield Vineyards Grenache El Dorado
The post 2023 Starfield Vineyards Grenache El Dorado appeared first on planet grape® wine review .
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I Barisèi, cinque generazioni di orgoglio contadino in Franciacorta
La famiglia porta un soprannome antico, i Barisèi, termine dialettale che cinque generazioni si tramandano come una medaglia al valore contadino, un modo colloquiale che racchiude l’umanità e l’affetto di una stirpe legata a questi luoghi fin da epoche remote. Molto prima che questa striscia di terra lombarda diventasse sinonimo di spumantizzazione celebre nel mondo, […] L'articolo I Barisèi, cinque generazioni di orgoglio contadino in Franciacorta proviene da La Stanza del vino .
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Two French Red Blends: Chateau Daviaud and M. Chapoutier Belleruche_PR SAMPLE
I recently decided to review two French red wines that are blends. Blends have the benefit that two or more grape varieties together fill in the weakness of the other grape. For example, one grape may be fruity but lack tannins, while another grape has plenty of tannins but lacks much fruit character. Putting the two grape varieties together makes...
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Maryland Wine Country
Maryland Wine Country Maryland has been a historic and significant state in the development of American wine. The first wine was made there in 1648, and in 1662 Governor Charles Calvert planted 200 acres of vinifera grapes. The first book on viticulture and winemaking was published in 1823, and just over a century later, in ... Read more
videoWSET Level 2: How Grapes Grow and Ripen
In this WSET Level 2 wine lesson, I explain how grapes grow, ripen and develop throughout the annual vine cycle. Access all of my WSET Level 2 revision materials here: https://e-learningwine.winewithjimmy.com/course/e-learning-wine-level-2 We look at the key stages of vine growth, including budburst, flowering, fruit set, véraison, ripening, harvest and winter dormancy. I also explain how sunlight, warmth, water, nutrients and carbon dioxide allow the vine to carry out photosynthesis. You will learn: • The main stages of the annual vine cycle • How flowering and fruit set affect grape yields • What happens during véraison • How sugar, acidity, flavour and tannin change during ripening • The main parts of a grape and what they contribute to wine • Why most grape juice is clear • How black grapes can be used to make white wine • The difference between cool, moderate and warm climates • How climate influences acidity, alcohol, body, fruit flavours and tannin • Why grape varieties such
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videoTequila-Spiked Seven-Layer Dip
Spike up the traditional seven-layer nacho dip with a touch of tequila. This spirited twist on one of the most popular party appetizers will keep guests asking, “Who brought this fabulous dip?” https://www.finewineandgoodspirits.com/diy Ingredients • 1 oz Tequila Silver • 16-oz can refried beans • 1 package taco seasoning mix • 1 c sour cream • 1 ¼ c guacamole • 1 ¼ c salsa • 1 c Mexican blend cheese, shredded • 1 c lettuce, shredded • 1 c tomatoes, chopped • 4 oz olives, sliced • Tortilla chips, for dipping Directions 1. Combine first three ingredients in a mixing bowl; stir until well-combined. 2. Layer mixture, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese. 3. Top with lettuce, tomatoes and olives.
videoKeystone State Tailgate Tips
In Pennsylvania, tailgating is serious business. Here are a few simple tips to keep everything organized for your next tailgate. What is one thing you always pack for a tailgate? https://www.finewineandgoodspirits.com
videoFounder’s Fizz
Raise a glass to the Revolution with the Founders’ Fizz — a sparkling sip inspired by colonial refreshment but upgraded for modern patriots of the patio. Fresh muddled strawberries meet crisp sauvignon blanc and a lively splash of club soda for a cocktail that’s light, bright and ready to declare independence from the ordinary. https://www.finewineandgoodspirits.com/founder-s-fizz/product/recipe-founders-fizz