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Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
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Yeringberg 2013 Review
Yeringberg are one of the Yarra Valley’s leading producers. Their history is, more or less, the history of the Yarra […] The post Yeringberg 2013 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell5 viewswine-reviewsaustraliabordeauxcabernet-franccabernet-sauvignonmalbec - news
2023 L’Autre Côte Cabernet Franc, a Winning Wine Fit for a King
Photo ©Michael Kelly Background on L’Autre Côte, Steven Kent Mirassou and 7th Annual International Cabernet Franc Competition Photo ©Michael Kelly At the 7th Annual International Cabernet Franc Competition, the 2023 L’Autre Côte Cabernet Franc won Best of Show and Best of Category by the Professional Judges in the very competitive California Division of wines $111 and up. […]
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New York Cabernet Franc Grand Tasting 2026
In my oenophile journey, Cabernet Franc was one of the early discoveries. It all started in Bordeaux, and I don’t mean visiting, just reading about it, not even so much tasting. Continuing that journey, at some point I arrived in the Loire, and there, of course, Cabernet Franc is the king. I wouldn’t remember what […]
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Hester Creek | the Origin Series
Hester Creek Estate Winery Origin Series Inspired by the legendary super Tuscan wines of Italy. Today I am introducing you to two of the special wines from the Hester Creek Estate Winery Origin series. Wines of phenomenal origin and destiny, the Judge and Garland are crafted from the best barrels in the Hester Creek Cellar, ... Read more The post Hester Creek | the Origin Series first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht5 viewsfeaturedwinecellar2022-garland2022-the-judgebc-wine - news
Known Unknown Maraekakaho Cabernet Franc 2022
Known Unknown Maraekakaho Cabernet Franc 2022 $35 If you like your Cabernet Franc sailing down the leafy, herbal, fabulously feral side of the sea, then this is your jam. From an unusually cool year, unfiltered, unfined and layered with earthy, funky tones, this wine is developing a sweet-sour complexity which cloaks a core of acidity […]
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Rock Climbing Grapes and High-Altitude Drama: A Letter to My Partner in Wine
To my partner in wine, I have a theory that the best wines are the ones that feel like a secret shared between friends. I recently came across a project called From Brent, and the name alone tells you exactly what you’re getting. We’re not talking big guys, no corporation take over or executive boardroom... The post Rock Climbing Grapes and High-Altitude Drama: A Letter to My Partner in Wine appeared first on Exploring the Wine Glass .
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This Damsel Doesn’t Need Rescuing
If you hear the word “Damsel” and immediately think of a girl in a silk dress waiting for a knight to show up on a horse, you clearly haven’t met Mari Womack. At Damsel Cellars, “Not all Damsels are in Distress” isn’t just a catchy tagline on a bottle; it’s a lifestyle. Mari didn’t get... The post This Damsel Doesn’t Need Rescuing appeared first on Exploring the Wine Glass .
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Dracaena Wines on Your Central Valley
We’ve got exciting news for fans of great wine (and cute dogs!): Dracaena Wines, the Paso Robles gem, was recently featured on Your Central Valley Today! If you missed the segment, you’ll definitely want to catch up on the story of how founders Lori and Michael blend their science backgrounds with a deep love for... The post Dracaena Wines on Your Central Valley appeared first on Dracaena Wines .
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Listen Now! Protecting What Matters
I had the wonderful privilege of being on Protecting What Matters hosted by Barry Fisher. This is a weekly talk show on KPRL radio. It was a blend of both Dracaena Wines and Exploring the Wine Glass. We discussed everything from Spanish wines, to Cabernet Franc and Cab Franc Day. Give a listen! Lori Budd,... The post Listen Now! Protecting What Matters appeared first on Dracaena Wines .
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The Silver Lining of Bolgheri: The Wines of Tenuta Argentiera
In the heart of southern Tuscany is one of o ne of Italy and Tuscany’s prestigious wine regions, Bolgheri . Wine lovers may be most familiar with this territory for the innovate “Super Tuscan” reds that hit the scene in the late 20 th century. I was introduced to these wines via a virtual tasting hosted by Argentiera and Studio Cru and led by Argentiera’s winemaker, Nicoló Carrara, whom has been their winemaker wince 2009. Nicoló Carrara In this article I feature the wines of Argentiera , a winery that takes pride in its distinctive reds made from Bordeaux grapes such as Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot . Where is Bolgheri ? Bolgheri sits in the southwestern part of Tuscany covering over 3,700 acres of land . The area is in the shape of an amphitheater that hugs the Tuscan coastline for 8 miles . T he vineyards slowly slope down wards towards the Tyrrhenian Sea while being backed by hills and surrounde
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Dracaena Wines Celebrates Gold Medal Wins at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
We wanted to share a recent press release with our readers: Dracaena Wines is thrilled to announce that two of their exceptional wines have been awarded Gold Medals at the prestigious San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the largest wine competition in North America. These accolades underscore Dracaena Wines’ unwavering commitment to crafting world-class wines that... The post Dracaena Wines Celebrates Gold Medal Wins at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition appeared first on Dracaena Wines .
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