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Wine Review: Exploring Trentino-Alto Adige
I’m tasting a classic of Trentino-Alto Adige along with a grape variety that’s far less common there. Trentino-Alto Adige Italy as a whole has so much wine tradition and varieties to explore that differ from the French-influenced wine industry in most other parts of the world. One region that I... Continue reading The post Wine Review: Exploring Trentino-Alto Adige appeared first on The Wine Diplomats .
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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 .
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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 .
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Argyle Pinot Noir 2023 Review – Red Cherry Overload
Every now and again, we like to try large producers, and as far as Oregon production is concerned, Argyle is among the largest with tens of thousands of cases produced every year. Naturally, given that we quite enjoy Oregon Pinot Noir, we thought we'd try Argyle's Pinot Noir on for size and wanted to share ... Read more
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Musee du Vin Ryugan 2024 Review – Delicate Japanese Wine
When we visited Japan in early 2026, I made sure to reserve some luggage room to bring home some unique Japanese varietals. One such grape was Ryugan, often called Zenkoji-shu due to its cultivation near the Zenoji Temple in Nagano. While distinctly different from a similar Japanese white grape, Koshu, which we also tried, they ... Read more
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Mora Dry Riesling 2023 Review
This wine is from Mora and is a dry riesling from Bannockburn in Central Otago in New Zealand. It’s bottled […] The post Mora Dry Riesling 2023 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell6 viewsnew-releaseswine-reviewscentral-otagonew-zealandrieslingwhite-wine - news
Y Series Chardonnay 2025
Fruit from the major regions of South Australia. No oak, sits on the lees early for complexity. Wild Ferment and “vegan friendly.” Winemaker is Heather Fraser. Y Series, Chardonnay, South […]
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Y Series Riesling 2025
Rebranded from Yalumba Y Series to just ‘Y Series’ but with Yalumba on the side. Wild ferment and vegan friendly. Winemaker is Kiki Han. Y Series, Riesling, South Australia, 2025 […]
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Sidewood Pinot Gris 2025
A look here at the winner of the Trophy (Sydney Royal) and Dan’s ‘Best In Glass’ for 2026. Winemaker is Dylan Lee, while renowned Darryl Caitlin consults. Sidewood, Pinot Gris, […]
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Wine Review: Exploring Less Common Spanish Reds
I found two Spanish red varieties that are nice alternatives stylistically to your typical Tempranillo based Spanish red. Let’s explore. Spain has so much more to offer in terms of red varieties besides Tempranillo and Garnacha. I’d start with Mencia from Galicia or Bierzo. Bobal is also great. Canary Island... Continue reading The post Wine Review: Exploring Less Common Spanish Reds appeared first on The Wine Diplomats .
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Two Standout Wines of Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough in New Zealand
When you’re looking for a wine that is guaranteed to delight, look no further than the diverse array of wine varieties and styles from New Zealand. Although New Zealand produces only 1% of the world’s wine, I know that you’ll find one to appreciate and thoroughly enjoy. How about Sauvignon Blanc (the variety that put New […] READ MORE The post Two Standout Wines of Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough in New Zealand appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning3 viewsoceaniaregional-wineswhite-winewine-reviewssauvignon-blanc - 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 Mitchell5 viewswine-reviewsbordeauxcabernet-sauvignonfrancemerlotpauillac - news
May Wine Reviews: A Terrific Summer Rosé and Rooftop Blanc de Blancs
Booked, busy, and imbibing. I blinked and May was over. When I returned to the U.S. on May 2nd from a beautiful two weeks in Scotland and the Rhône Valley, I immediately strapped in to the rollercoaster known as New York City May Wine Events. There’s always a two week period every year where the […]
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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 Mitchell4 viewsnew-releaseswine-reviewsaustraliabarossa-valleycabernet-sauvignonred-wine - news
Wine Review: Vermont Hybrid Wine
Can Vermont produce good wine? Let’s try one. Wine in Vermont Vermont is not an ideal place to cultivate wine grapes because it’s too cold and humid. Therefore, besides trying to grow cool climate grapes like Riesling, Vermont relies on hybrid grapes (I just tasted some hybrids grown in Ojai,... Continue reading The post Wine Review: Vermont Hybrid Wine appeared first on The Wine Diplomats .
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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 .
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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 Mitchell3 viewswine-reviewsbordeauxcabernet-sauvignonfrancemerlotpessac-leognan - news
Marnong Estate Sangiovese 2025
Alex Beckett, winemaker has his grapes spend 11 days on skins, then pressed direct to cask (2,500 L cask and 228 L barriques) and matured on lees for 8 months […]
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Marnong Estate Montepulciano 2025
Alex Beckett, Marnong Estate’s winemaker has plenty of experience with alternative varieties for the well regarded Briar Ridge in Hunter Valley’s Pokolbin, and now stamps his mark on the outskirts […]
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Howard Park Miamup Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Same winemaking as previous vintages. When you’re on a good thing, stick with it. Fruit comes from “several select vineyard sites located in the Wilyabrup sub region and north to […]
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Howard Park Miamup Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2025
Fruit for probably the most premium site for this blend in Australia: Margaret River, the blend of the two grapes complement each other (as made famous in Bordeaux, France). All […]
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Longview The Piece Shiraz 2021
The Piece Project lives again. Now under screwcap. Artist is Tim Phibbs Longview, The Piece, Shiraz, Adelaide Hills, 2021 Deep and plush: blackberry pie, plum sauce, iodine, creosote, malty oak […]
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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 .
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