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Experience the Palio: A Journey Through Tuscany
When Brunello Meets the Palio: A Day with Champions at Poggio Antico Many years ago on one of my trips through Tuscany, I happened to stay a night in Siena, a stone’s throw from the Palio race course. Unfortunately, there was no racing going on but it was still thrilling to imagine the horses racing […] The post Experience the Palio: A Journey Through Tuscany appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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Cote Brasserie launches online French wine shop
If there’s one thing you can count on at Côte, it’s that if it isn’t French, it isn’t on the list. It’s a bold philosophy, but one that has served them well for two decades. Now, they’re taking that “all-French or nothing” ethos to the digital world with the launch of Côte Uncorked, their first-ever […] The post Cote Brasserie launches online French wine shop appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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Daly’s New Wine Bar and Beer Hall in London
A Tale of Two Tempos: The Delightful Duality of Daly’s on The Strand London’s legal district has just gained a new destination for wine and beer lovers alike. Daly’s, a stalwart of The Strand opposite the Royal Courts of Justice, has been reborn following a complete transformation. Now emerging as Daly’s Wine Bar & Beer […] The post Daly’s New Wine Bar and Beer Hall in London appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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Hackstons Knightsbridge: Autumn Tasting Events You Can’t Miss
Hackstons Knightsbridge Lays Down a Gauntlet for Autumn Just over a year in, and Hackstons Knightsbridge isn’t just settling in—it’s staging a takeover. The luxury spirits specialist has just unveiled its autumn program, and frankly, it’s the most compelling roster of tastings I’ve seen from a merchant this season. They’re not just pouring drinks; they’re […] The post Hackstons Knightsbridge: Autumn Tasting Events You Can’t Miss appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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Spanish Garnacha Guide: Campo de Borja, Cariñena & Calatayud
Spanish Garnacha: A Journey to the Source A trip to northeastern Spain highlights the unique excitement of drinking Spanish Garnacha in its homeland. The goal was to understand why regions like Campo de Borja, Cariñena, and Calatayud are so perfect for this grape and to find the best value wines. Why Spanish Garnacha is Special:A […] The post Spanish Garnacha Guide: Campo de Borja, Cariñena & Calatayud appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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Exploring La Celia: A Premier Uco Valley Winery
Last week I attended a masterclass at the Institute of the Masters of Wine showcasing the very first winery in the Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina, La Celia. The current winemaker, Andrea Ferreyra has been making wines for Le Celia since 2006 and she was present to lead us through the masterclass. La Celia was founded […] The post Exploring La Celia: A Premier Uco Valley Winery appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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Discover Soil Therapy: Leading a New Wave in Alsatian Wines
Thomas Larmoyer founded Soil Therapy because he is on a mission to shake up how we see Alsatian wine. A self taught wine maker, Thomas learned his craft organically by talking, listening and tasting with Alsatian winemakers. It helps that he also worked as a sales manager for renown winery Ostertag before becoming a full-time […] The post Discover Soil Therapy: Leading a New Wave in Alsatian Wines appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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Polperro Winery – A Boutique Winery in Mornington Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula, a picturesque maritime wine region south of Melbourne, Australia, is celebrated for its elegant, cool-climate wines. I was visiting Melbourne this past January and visiting the vineyards of Mornington Peninsula was a top priority. That and laying on beach! Melbourne is only about an hours drive from the vineyards so it’s an […] The post Polperro Winery – A Boutique Winery in Mornington Peninsula appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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A visit to Head High and Three Sticks vineyards, Sonoma, CA (video)
Last month, I was in the States and visited Head High and Three Sticks vineyards in Sonoma, CA while I was there. Chris Mattson, Jennifer Abram and Britt Richards (Head High winemaker ) from Head High/Three Sticks vineyards were kind enough to take a morning and show me around some of their vineyards. We started […] The post A visit to Head High and Three Sticks vineyards, Sonoma, CA (video) appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .
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Hippodrome Wine Club-upcoming tasting
The Hippodrome Wine Club, the event series offering guests unprecedented access to its wine cellar and little black book of winemakers... The post Hippodrome Wine Club-upcoming tasting appeared first on The Wine Sleuth .