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news2026-05-06
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Eight—The Home Stretch
A couple of weeks ago, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist7 views
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news2026-04-30
Terre Nere: Valuable and venerable volcanic reds
Have you ever tried a wine made from ungrafted, prephylloxera vines that are over 140 years old? Enter the Terre Nere Etna Rosso Prephylloxera Don Peppino 2023 from Mount Etna in Sicily, Europe’s largest active volcano. This wine is in a league of its own. The 2023 is ‘intensely layered, more lifted and graceful than expected’ and ‘impossibly […] The post Terre Nere: Valuable and venerable volcanic reds appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior5 views
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news2026-04-29
7 Port Wine Houses to Visit in Vila Nova di Gaia
I've been fortunate to visit Porto several times now, and every time we visit, we always make it our mission to check out some of the best Port wine houses in Vila Nova di Gaia- just opposite Porto across the Douro River. Although wine is (typically) not made in Vila Nova di Gaia, its history ... Read more
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news2026-04-29
5 Madeira Wineries to Visit for Fortified Wine Tasting
When we booked our trip to Madeira, we knew that visiting the island's acclaimed wineries for the famous fortified wine of the same name was a high on our list. While we did not get to visit every winery on the island, we did our best and hit five of the top fortified wine producers ... Read more
by Jeremy4 views
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news2026-04-29
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Seven—Hallelujah
A couple of weeks ago, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist6 views
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news2026-04-24
The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide Series from Academie du Vin Deserves a Spot in Your Carryon
If you’re a regular to Grape Experiences, so you know how much I crave traveling to see family, friends, and wine regions around the world. And if this is your first foray into Grape Experiences, enjoy the ride, too! Now, to add inspiration to anyone’s wine travel mindset, bookmark this article because I was sent […] READ MORE The post The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide Series from Academie du Vin Deserves a Spot in Your Carryon appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning7 views
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news2026-04-22
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Six—Down to Moulin-à-Vent)
A couple of weeks ago, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist7 views
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news2026-04-20
Fundacao Oriente Colares Ramisco 2013 Review – Rare Red
If you're on the quest to try rare grapes and happen to find yourself in Portugal, do yourself a favor and pick up a bottle of Ramisco from the Colares region. This rare Portuguese grape is only grown in Colares, and is an interesting spot as it is located near the ocean in sandy, phylloxera-free ... Read more
by Jeremy4 views
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news2026-04-20
Vinarium Hungaricum Nectar of Tokaj Eszencia 1993 Review
There are a few bottles of wine out there that are unicorns for us. Not just because we haven't tried them yet, but also because we've never found them anywhere to begin with. This goes beyond bottles that are uber prestigious, like a Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes which we can find somewhat regularly but just haven't ... Read more
by Jeremy4 views
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news2026-04-17
Uncork La Dolce Vita at Vignamaggio in Tuscany
On screen direct from Italy, I had the most delightful conversation with Lucia Minoggio, General Manager at Vignamaggio. Having been sent six wines (as samples) for tasting and review, it was a joy to learn more about the 400 hectare estate (of which 65 hectares are under vine) located halfway between Florence and Siena in […] READ MORE The post Uncork La Dolce Vita at Vignamaggio in Tuscany appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning4 views
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news2026-04-15
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Five—The Hospices de Beaune)
A couple of weeks ago, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist7 views
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news2026-04-08
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Four—The Start of the Hospices de Beaune)
A couple of weeks ago, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist6 views
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news2026-04-06
Wines of Alsace and the Loire Valley Reflect the Energy of France’s Cool-Climate Heart
There are many wines from regions in France other than Bordeaux and Bourgogne, but you know that, of course. That said, I continue to explore the luscious offerings from the Rhone Valley, Provence, Roussillon, Languedoc, Southwest France, Savoie, Jura, and of course Champagne. Just recently, I was sent wines (as samples) from both Alsace and […] READ MORE The post Wines of Alsace and the Loire Valley Reflect the Energy of France’s Cool-Climate Heart appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning5 views
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news2026-04-02
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life): Part Three—Down to Beaune
Last week, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way back in the … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 views
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news2026-03-27
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life): Part Two—Paris
Last week, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way back in the … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 views
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news2026-03-25
Habitation Velier Foursquare 2021 LFT Unaged White Rum – Review
I still remember the hushed rumours that swirled around the rumiverse even before the 2022 TWE Rumshow opened its doors. Richard Seale had something new, something original and something fierce in his leopardskin rock star trousers, and while supposedly it wasn’t officially on the shelves, maybe a sly wink and a significant nod to Pete [Click here for the full review...]
by Ruminsky4 views
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news2026-03-19
Italy’s Top Bottles Take the New York Stage at Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri 2026
“Life is too short to drink bad wine”. Truer words were never spoken! When I walked into the massive Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City on a rainy day in March, and saw the list of producers in attendance, I knew this wasn’t something I’d have to worry about, at least not today. The entire […] READ MORE The post Italy’s Top Bottles Take the New York Stage at Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri 2026 appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Ipshita Ray6 views
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news2026-03-17
Chateau Doisy Dubroca Sauternes-Barsac 1975 Review – Vibrant
It's not every day you can crack open a 1975 Sauternes-Barsac. Truth be told, we have never had one this old before. But after finding this one tucked away at a bottle shop we frequent for a rather reasonable price, we decided to give it a go. Before even opening this one, we noticed something ... Read more
by Jeremy5 views
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news2026-03-12
Filipa Pato 3B Rose Brut Nature Review – Fruity Sparkling Rose
We've been enjoying wines from Filipa Pato for quite some time now, and have had our eyes on the 3B sparkling rose brut nature as one to try. This one is quite the interesting bottle, and, for those curious, the 3B element stands for the grapes, Baga and Bical, as well as the origin- Bairrada! ... Read more
by Jeremy5 views
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news2026-03-11
Pierre Paillard Bouzy Grand Cru Les Parcelles XXI Review
After returning home from our trip to Champagne, we, naturally, started buying more Champagne. This wasn't so much because we didn't buy a lot while there (we did), but rather that many top producers were readily available to us at home- often not for much more than we could buy them in France. So we ... Read more
by Jeremy4 views
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news2026-03-03
Lindely Vingard H..Vid 2023 Review – Crisp Danish White
During our trip to Denmark, we knew we had to pick up some Danish wines to bring home. Now, you may be thinking, isn't that quite far north for wine production? The answer is yes, Denmark very much is in the extreme in terms of climate, especially as far as grapes are concerned. But recently, ... Read more
by Jeremy5 views
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news2026-02-27
Rodaro Schioppettino Romain 2016 Review – Dried Fruit Notes
When out at a local wine shop, we stumbled upon a bottle of Rodaro's Schioppettino and, given that it was a new grape for us, we naturally scooped it up right away. But as this one is made with grapes that were allowed to raisinate, and clocked in at a robust 15% ABV, we never ... Read more
by Jeremy4 views
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news2026-02-08
Velier “Mother Mesccia” Pure Single Rum (Haiti/Monaco) – Review
Introduction With respect to Velier’s 2025 released white rum called “Mother Mesccia”, it seems to be something of an adapted revival – it’s neither precisely old, nor precisely new. At best, it’s a re-interpretation of a product of yesteryear. But it is interesting, from a historical perspective if nothing else. The way the story goes, [Click here for the full review...]
by Ruminsky4 views
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news2026-02-02
La Maison Du Rhum Fortin Distillery 2007 13YO Rum Batch 3 (Paraguay) – Review
Among South American rums, some countries just don’t make waves outside their own borders. How many of us have heard of Gran Chaco from Bolivia, or Isla Ñ and Tickerman from Argentina, for example? In Paraguay, the source of today’s review, we’ve been fortunate once before to try the “Herocia” from the Fortin brand, and [Click here for the full review...]
by Ruminsky4 views
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I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Eight—The Home Stretch

Terre Nere: Valuable and venerable volcanic reds

7 Port Wine Houses to Visit in Vila Nova di Gaia

5 Madeira Wineries to Visit for Fortified Wine Tasting

I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Seven—Hallelujah

The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide Series from Academie du Vin Deserves a Spot in Your Carryon

I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Six—Down to Moulin-à-Vent)

Fundacao Oriente Colares Ramisco 2013 Review – Rare Red

Vinarium Hungaricum Nectar of Tokaj Eszencia 1993 Review

Uncork La Dolce Vita at Vignamaggio in Tuscany

I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Five—The Hospices de Beaune)

I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Four—The Start of the Hospices de Beaune)

Wines of Alsace and the Loire Valley Reflect the Energy of France’s Cool-Climate Heart

I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life): Part Three—Down to Beaune

I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life): Part Two—Paris

Habitation Velier Foursquare 2021 LFT Unaged White Rum – Review

Italy’s Top Bottles Take the New York Stage at Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri 2026

Chateau Doisy Dubroca Sauternes-Barsac 1975 Review – Vibrant

Filipa Pato 3B Rose Brut Nature Review – Fruity Sparkling Rose

Pierre Paillard Bouzy Grand Cru Les Parcelles XXI Review

Lindely Vingard H..Vid 2023 Review – Crisp Danish White

Rodaro Schioppettino Romain 2016 Review – Dried Fruit Notes

Velier “Mother Mesccia” Pure Single Rum (Haiti/Monaco) – Review

La Maison Du Rhum Fortin Distillery 2007 13YO Rum Batch 3 (Paraguay) – Review