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Pedroncelli Courage 2022 Zinfandel Captures the Soul of Dry Creek Valley’s Family-Owned Wineries
Just recently, I enjoyed dinner with good friends at the Navy Pier Marina in Chicago. An array of items including appetizers, sushi, Italian beef, salads, sides, and desserts were offered buffet-style to those of us with palates needing to be satiated after a few hours of boating, conversation, and laughter. Each of us, some wine […] READ MORE The post Pedroncelli Courage 2022 Zinfandel Captures the Soul of Dry Creek Valley’s Family-Owned Wineries appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning2 viewsevents-and-travelnorth-americared-wineregional-wineswine-reviewswineries - news
Keeping their cool – discover Spain's delightful light reds
A little red for the fridge...
by Ines Salpico1 viewspainred-winewinewine-regionswestern-europe - news
Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano
Located in Montepulciano, a historic Italian town between Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia, is one of its most prestigious wineries, Fattoria della Talosa. Along with superior wines are barrel cellars and a tasting room in underground tunnels excavated by the Etruscans over 2200 years ago, then used as military bunkers during World War II. Intrigued? After […] READ MORE The post Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning3 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-wineswine-reviewswineries - news
How do Canada’s ancient volcanoes, limestone escarpments and massive tides shape our wine?
Welcome back, everyone! From the ocean breezes of Nova Scotia to the valleys of British Columbia and the vineyards of Niagara, Canada’s wine regions are as diverse as the wines they produce. Joining us to explore how geography shapes flavour from coast to coast to coast is the editor of Canada’s largest wine review website, Natalie MacLean! Welcome back to the show! Before we dive into the wines, give us the big picture. What are some of the key landscapes that shape Canadian wine regions. This is my favourite kind of geography lesson: the map is in […]
by Natalie MacLean4 viewsbest-winescanada-daycanada-day-winered-winerosewhite-wine - news
Grill, Pour, Repeat! Find the Perfect Red for the Barbecue
It’s time to fire up the grill, don the apron, and wield the flipper and fork to make the juiciest steaks, kabobs, or barbecued chicken in the entire neighborhood. Right now, I’m thinking of a sizzling rib eye and a few cheeseburgers to tantalize a few friends and family this weekend. Of course, this festivus […] READ MORE The post Grill, Pour, Repeat! Find the Perfect Red for the Barbecue appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning4 viewsnorth-americared-wineregional-wineswine-reviewsblaufrankischcabernet-sauvignon - news
World Lambrusco Day: Six award-winning styles to try
Discover the charming semi-sparkling reds of Italy's Emilia-Romagna...
by Olivia Mason3 viewsdecanter-world-wine-awardsred-winesparkling-winewine - news
Affordable Wines Worth Seeking are w/o Wines from Sicily via Laithwaites
Direct from Sicily (and with a little help from Laithwaites Wines) are w/o wines. Third generation winemaker Dino Taschetta has crafted three wines sent as samples and reviewed below with the mantra of “wine without compromise.” And what does this mean? Those at w/o wines encourage wine lovers to enjoy sips that offer the essence […] READ MORE The post Affordable Wines Worth Seeking are w/o Wines from Sicily via Laithwaites appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning8 viewseuropered-wineregional-winesrosewhite-winewine-reviews - news
Mt Difficulty Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2024 Review
Mt Difficulty are a top pinot noir producer in Central Otago in New Zealand. This style of wine is an […] The post Mt Difficulty Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2024 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell4 viewsnew-releaseswine-reviewsbannockburncentral-otagonew-zealandpinot-noir - news
2022 Smith Madrone Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2002 Smith-Story Cabernet Smith-Madrone Winery & Vineyards is dedicated to estate-grown wines produced exclusively from its dry-farmed vineyards on a historic 200-acre ranch in the Napa Valley hills. With roots tracing back to the 1880s and a philosophy centered on careful stewardship of the land, the winery reflects both a deep respect for terroir and a commitment to low-intervention winemaking. The post 2022 Smith Madrone Cabernet Sauvignon appeared first on DallasWineChick.com .
by Dallas Wine Chick11 viewsblogcaliforniared-wineregionssampleswine-education - news
Experience the exciting new wave of California Zinfandel with these 18 wines
An American classic reborn...
by Clive Pursehouse2 viewswineusacaliforniazinfandelwine-regionsred-wine - news
Château Haut-Bages Libéral 2019 Review
Château Haut-Bages Libéral in Pauillac is one of the more approachable of the Bordeaux cru classés. This estate is reported […] The post Château Haut-Bages Libéral 2019 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell6 viewswine-reviewsbordeauxcabernet-sauvignonfrancemerlotpauillac - news
Yalumba The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2023 Review
This is the 52nd vintage of Yalumba’s Signature cabernet sauvignon and shiraz blend from the Barossa Valley in Australia. Writing […] The post Yalumba The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2023 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell5 viewsnew-releaseswine-reviewsaustraliabarossa-valleycabernet-sauvignonred-wine - news
Winemaker Jeremy Ligon Raises the Bar at Barrel Oak Winery in Virginia
It’s always a pleasure to learn about then taste wine from my home state, Virginia. Although I live in sunny California where so many wines are stunning, I must admit that there are many excellent examples of our favorite beverage within the Virginia wine industry. One of those producers includes Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery […] READ MORE The post Winemaker Jeremy Ligon Raises the Bar at Barrel Oak Winery in Virginia appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning4 viewsevents-and-travelnorth-americapeople-you-should-knowred-wineregional-wineswhite-wine - news
Henri Boillot Bourgogne Rouge 2018 Review
From top producer Henri Boillot, this Bourgogne rouge is from the 2018 vintage. The 2018 vintage is a warm vintage […] The post Henri Boillot Bourgogne Rouge 2018 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell3 viewswine-reviewsbourgogneburgundyfrancepinot-noirred-wine - news
Château Le Pape Pessac-Leognan 2021 Review
This wine review is of Château Le Pape’s 2021 vintage. Not having previously tasted the wines of this producer, it […] The post Château Le Pape Pessac-Leognan 2021 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell4 viewswine-reviewsbordeauxcabernet-sauvignonfrancemerlotpessac-leognan - news
Château Labegorce Margaux 2014 Review
Château Labegorce is the second 2014 Bordeaux vintage I’ve tasted in recent weeks, and time is proving it to be […] The post Château Labegorce Margaux 2014 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell4 viewswine-reviewsbordeauxcabernet-sauvignonfrancemargauxred-wine - news
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2016: A Horizontal Tasting Showcasing True Tuscan Excellence
I have been to my fair share of wine trade events in the past few years and most of them have followed the same format. However, I did not expect what was in store for me when I attended the Chianti Classico Grand Tasting event at Ai Fiori in New York City, a few weeks […] READ MORE The post Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2016: A Horizontal Tasting Showcasing True Tuscan Excellence appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Ipshita Ray5 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-wineswine-eventswine-reviews - news
Truchard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Review
This wine is a cabernet sauvignon from Truchard in Carneros near Napa in California. The Carneros region is a little […] The post Truchard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell4 viewswine-reviewscabernet-sauvignoncaliforniacarnerosnapa-valleyred-wine - news
Davis Bynum: Russian River Valley Pinot
Davis Bynum has a long Sonoma history, including pioneering single-vineyard Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley grapes in 1973. The brand was sold to the Klein family, who run Rodney Strong, in 2007, and Greg Morthole has been the winemaker there for about two decades. The post Davis Bynum: Russian River Valley Pinot appeared first on DallasWineChick.com .
by Dallas Wine Chick6 viewsblogcaliforniapinot-noirred-winesonomawine-education - news
Château Cantemerle 2021 Review
This wine review is Château Cantemerle’s 2021 vintage. Château Cantemerle is a grand cru classé from the Haut-Médoc in Bordeaux […] The post Château Cantemerle 2021 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell3 viewswine-reviewsbordeauxcabernet-sauvignonfrancemerlotred-wine - news
d’Arenberg The Innocent Weed Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre
d'Arenberg The Innocent Weed is an organic GSM from McLaren Vale in South Australia. Wine review by Lisa Johnston (thewinemuse) The post d’Arenberg The Innocent Weed Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre appeared first on winemusing .
by Lisa Johnston4 viewsaustralian-winebold-redsmclaren-valeorganicred-winerevuse - news
Poire Belle-Hélène and WO Frappato 2025 Make Dessert an Elegant Affair
Almost two weeks ago, I was in Paris along with seven incredible ladies who love the City of Light as much as I do. One of our many experiences was an all day cooking class at Le Foodist where we stretched the limits of our culinary skill set to create a dejeuner to remember. After […] READ MORE The post Poire Belle-Hélène and WO Frappato 2025 Make Dessert an Elegant Affair appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning6 viewsdessertseuropeevents-and-travelrecipesred-wineregional-wines - news
Mount Mary Quintet 2022 Review
Mount Mary are one of the Yarra Valley’s leading producers. The “Quintet” is their most famous wine, and is capable […] The post Mount Mary Quintet 2022 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell6 viewswine-reviewsaustraliacabernet-franccabernet-sauvignonmalbecmerlot - news
Pisoni Family’s Lucy Wines Offer Elegance in Every Sip and Generosity in Every Bottle
For a few years now, I have been a fan of wines produced by members of the Pisoni family who live in the Monterey area. Offerings from their Pisoni Estate wines, Lucia Vineyards wines, and Lucy Wines are exceptional and address the preferences of a variety of palates (and budgets). A couple of years ago, […] READ MORE The post Pisoni Family’s Lucy Wines Offer Elegance in Every Sip and Generosity in Every Bottle appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning5 viewsevents-and-travelnorth-americapeople-you-should-knowred-wineregional-winesrose