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news2026-10-27
Chateau Beauregard Ducasse Graves Blanc From Trader Joe’s
A quaffer! We review the Chateau Beauregard Ducasse Graves Blanc at Trader Joe’s and produced by Vignobles Lurton Perromat. 50% ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen1 view
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news2026-10-27
Ohmygod–Part 25 A Couple of Nights in Jouarre Part Two
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist2 views
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news2026-10-24
Kirkland Signature Margaux – No Longer Recommended
Another big name Bordeaux at Costco, but with an increase in price for the 2024 vintage, is it still worth ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen2 views
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news2026-10-23
WIT 2026: Eight Red Wines, Eight Countries, One Semi-blind Tasting in Bordeaux
October 23, 2026 (Bordeaux, France) — On Saturday, 7 November 2026, Wineand International Tasting (WIT) returns to La Cité du Vin in Bordeaux for an international wine masterclass featuring eight [...]
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news2026-10-23
Musgo Friday: Château d’Yquem
A few months ago, I introduced this “musgo” concept, which is essentially like leftovers piling up in your refrigerator; at some point, all those leftovers need to be either eaten or thrown away. Well, there is a similar phenomenon when … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist2 views
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news2026-10-21
Ohmygod–Part 24 A Couple of Nights in Jouarre Part One
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist3 views
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news2026-10-14
Ohmygod–Part 23: On to Jouarre
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist6 views
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news2026-10-12
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 →
by the drunken cyclist5 views
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news2026-10-11
Beaujolais – a look at supermarket own brand versions
Supermarket Beaujolais recommendations. Are they worth buying? Wine advice and reviews by Lisa Johnston (thewinemuse) The post Beaujolais – a look at supermarket own brand versions appeared first on winemusing .
by Lisa Johnston1 view
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news2026-10-07
Ohmygod–Part 22: The Canal de l’Ourcq
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist10 views
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news2026-10-06
Barton & Gustier Rosé d’Anjou Les Jardins de la Reine Review
Simple, sweet and refreshing. We review the Barton & Gustier Rosé d’Anjou Les Jardins de la Reine Rosé. This rosé ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen6 views
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news2026-10-05
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 →
by the drunken cyclist15 views
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news2026-10-01
French Wine Auctioneer iDealwine Launches Spanish-Language Website, Investing in Its Fastest-Growing Auction Market
October 1, 2026 (Paris, France) — Global leader in online fine wine auctions and specialist online wine store, iDealwine, today announced the launch of its Spanish website. The new, fully [...]
by Press Release15 views
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news2026-09-29
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 →
by the drunken cyclist17 views
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news2026-09-18
Friday Rant: I Should Really Just Stop
As I think I have mentioned before in this space, I get a ton of emails every day. A ton. Like everyone, a lot is spam, but perhaps unlike some of you, most of what clogs my in box is … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist29 views
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news2026-09-15
Champagne 2026: An Exceptional Harvest with the Potential for Outstanding Wines
September 15, 2026 (Épernay) — Following a growing season and harvest of unprecedented earliness, Champagne is presenting a highly encouraging first assessment of the 2026 crop. Despite exceptional climatic conditions [...]
by Press Release19 views
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news2026-09-14
Bids Open at €1-Million for Exceptionally Rare Whisky Going Under the Hammer on Fine Spirits Auction
September 14, 2026 (Paris, France) — An exceptional cask from Port Ellen Distillery, a 1979 Cask of Distinction, will go under the hammer on Fine Spirits Auction, France’s leading online [...]
by Press Release18 views
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news2026-09-09
2026 Harvest: Domaine Combier Delivers an Outstanding Vintage in Crozes-Hermitage
September 9, 2026 (Pont d’Isѐre, France) — The 2026 harvest has just come to an end this week at Domaine Combier. Having begun on August 20, the harvest concludes on [...]
by Press Release16 views
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news2026-09-01
Rare Champagne 2012 Earns Perfect 100-Point Score from James Suckling
The Prestigious House’s Exceptional Vintage Receives Top Honors in 2026 Champagne Tasting Report September 1, 2026 (Reims, France) — Rare Champagne, renowned for its limited production and unapologetic exclusivity, announces [...]
by Press Release12 views
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news2026-09-01
Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur Review
A decent example of Bordeaux Superieur from Trader Joe’s. We review the Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur from Vignobles Rousseau. 80% ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen17 views
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news2026-08-24
B.R. Distilling Company Launches Limited Release Blue Note Cherry Wood Cask
Award-Winning Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Wild-Cherry Barrels Harvested from the Jura Region of Eastern France August 24, 2026 (Memphis, TN) — B.R. Distilling, parent company of Blue Note Bourbon™, [...]
by Press Release14 views
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news2026-08-18
Champagne Charles Lafitte Cuvee Speciale Brut Review
Real deal Champagne fit for any upcoming momentous occasions. We review the Saturday Splurge-worthy Champagne Charles Lafitte Cuvee Speciale Brut. ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen16 views
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news2026-08-17
Maison Telmont Unveils “Réserve Rosé”, One of Champagne’s Very Rare Brut Nature Rosés
A 88% Chardonnay Cuvée, Zero Dosage, Presented in a Green Recycled-Glass Bottle August 17, 2026 (Damery, France) — Faithful to its vision of Champagne defined by precision and freshness, Maison [...]
by Press Release12 views
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news2026-08-03
Tasting Côté Mas Wines With Elisa Mas at Social Corner_PR SAMPLE
I recently attended a lunch at Social Corner in downtown Vancouver paired with a selection of Côté Mas wines from Domaines Paul Mas in the Languedoc in southern France. Two years ago I had a wine pairing dinner in Vancouver with Jean-Claude Mas, introducing me to several of their range of wines. In this lunch, I met with Jean-Claude Mas’...
by mywinepal18 views
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Chateau Beauregard Ducasse Graves Blanc From Trader Joe’s

Ohmygod–Part 25 A Couple of Nights in Jouarre Part Two

Kirkland Signature Margaux – No Longer Recommended

WIT 2026: Eight Red Wines, Eight Countries, One Semi-blind Tasting in Bordeaux

Musgo Friday: Château d’Yquem

Ohmygod–Part 24 A Couple of Nights in Jouarre Part One

Ohmygod–Part 23: On to Jouarre

Weekly Cellar Round-Up

Beaujolais – a look at supermarket own brand versions

Ohmygod–Part 22: The Canal de l’Ourcq

Barton & Gustier Rosé d’Anjou Les Jardins de la Reine Review

Weekly Cellar Round-Up

French Wine Auctioneer iDealwine Launches Spanish-Language Website, Investing in Its Fastest-Growing Auction Market

Weekly Cellar Round-Up

Friday Rant: I Should Really Just Stop

Champagne 2026: An Exceptional Harvest with the Potential for Outstanding Wines

Bids Open at €1-Million for Exceptionally Rare Whisky Going Under the Hammer on Fine Spirits Auction

2026 Harvest: Domaine Combier Delivers an Outstanding Vintage in Crozes-Hermitage

Rare Champagne 2012 Earns Perfect 100-Point Score from James Suckling

Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur Review

B.R. Distilling Company Launches Limited Release Blue Note Cherry Wood Cask

Champagne Charles Lafitte Cuvee Speciale Brut Review

Maison Telmont Unveils “Réserve Rosé”, One of Champagne’s Very Rare Brut Nature Rosés

Tasting Côté Mas Wines With Elisa Mas at Social Corner_PR SAMPLE