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news2026-10-16
Paul Cullen Finds a New Rhythm Beyond Bad Company
More than ten years ago, I met Paul Cullen, former Bad Company bassist who had entered his next stage as a chef focusing on Italian recipes paired with Italian wines. At the time, Paul already had a reputation on the East Coast of being engaging and entertaining but also as someone who had an art […] READ MORE The post Paul Cullen Finds a New Rhythm Beyond Bad Company appeared first on Grape Experiences .
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Photos From Provence: Week Two
This week, I am in Girona, Spain (more to follow), but I thought I would pass along a few more photos from our two weeks in Provence, in the lovely town of Vaison-la-Romaine.
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Beer judging - the inside story
Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes at an international beer competition? From blind tastings to the challenges of selecting a medal-winning beer, experienced beer judge and Brewers Association American Craft Beer Ambassador for Europe Lotte Peplow takes us inside the judging room and shares what it takes to become a judge. What it’s like to judge beer At almost all competitions, beers are judged blind with the judging criteria based on how accurately a beer reflects the relevant style guidelines, produced by the Brewers Association, Beer Judge Certification Programme (BJCP) or the competition organiser. Judges are typically presented with a flight of 8-10 beers and assess each beer on the basis of visual appearance, aroma, taste/flavour, mouthfeel and aftertaste according to the style guidelines. Judges will often include an element of overall impression and sometimes drinkability or enjoyment of the beer. Judging generally takes place in a large hall or room with rows
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Sangarida, Bierzo, Spain
While in Galicia recently to attend the 25th anniversary of Bodegas Attis, I had the chance to taste the wines from their DO Bierzo project, Sangarida. Attis was the original winery founded by the family of Robustiano Fariña but his wife, Laura Vázquez, is originally from the Bierzo region on the other side of Galicia and thus they set about creating a project on her home turf back in 2019. Despite several reports on Bierzo, this is the first time I’ve tasted the wines as they don’t actually have a […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription .
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Time Family of Wines announces an expansion of the Mayert family’s business operations.
Reading Time: 3 minutes Time Family of Wines announces an expanded leadership structure, with broader responsibilities for President George James and new roles for Anahita Pouget, Kellie Zimmer and Lynzee Schatz. The changes support continued growth following the successful launch of Evolve Sparkling House. The post Time Family of Wines announces an expansion of the Mayert family’s business operations. appeared first on BCWineTrends .
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news2026-10-15
My Willamette Valley Tour Part One
Plus – Dozens of reviews and my 100/100 point Wine of the Week
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Kirkland Signature Gran Reserva Ribera Del Duero Review
This wine has been a bit of a unicorn! We finally review the elusive Kirkland Signature Gran Reserva Ribera Del ... Read more
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📺3 Henschke Wines, 3 Very Different Personalities
I sat down with Gwyn Olsen from Henschke to taste three wines from the 2023 Legacy Collection: Tapas Shiraz, Keyneton Euphonium Shiraz Cabernet and Marble An...
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Afternoon Brief, October 15
As Wine Sales Soften, What Will Happen to the World’s Coopers? Cooperage, the art of transforming a tree into a barrel, is a trade in peril. Here’s how artisan operations are weathering the storm...
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2023 Snapper rock pinot noir
Garnet in color with a nice red berry nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some soft red cherry notes … On the medium length finish the wine displays some mild tannins and acidity, along with some earthy notes, … Continue reading →
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📺White Pinot Noir Fest | Wine 101
Adam Wolf of Safforn Fields Vineyards joins to talk about the Willamette Valley White Pinot Noir Fest. I asked him to come to further show how we celebrate w...
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Chateau Montelena’s Matthew Crafton Named VinePair’s 2026 Wine Professional of the Year
President and Winemaker honored in VinePair’s annual Next Wave Awards during the 50th anniversary year of the Judgment of Paris October 15, 2026 (Calistoga, CA) — Chateau Montelena today announced [...]
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Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation Announces Its New Name to Better Reflect Its Regional Impact
October 15, 2026 (Miramar Beach, FL) — The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation has become the Northwest Florida Children’s Foundation (NFCF), representing its 21 years of investment in systemic change [...]
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Livermore Valley Named 2026 American Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast
Historic California wine region earns national recognition for its commitment to quality, authentic hospitality and a new chapter in its 180-year wine story. October 15, 2026 (Livermore, CA) — Livermore [...]
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“Vines, Views & Vibes: Harvest” with Chef-Vintner Dustin Valette at Roof 106
Chef-Vintner Dustin Valette Celebrates Harvest Season on Healdsburg’s Plaza with an Afternoon of Wine, Rooftop Bites and Live Music Benefiting the V Foundation October 15, 2026 — On Sunday, October [...]
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Narrative’s Two Sparkling Stories: XC Method and New XC Sparkling 0.5
Reading Time: 3 minutes Narrative adds a new option to the table with XC Sparkling 0.5, a limited 200-case dealcoholized release. Alongside it, the 2023 XC Method offers a gently sparkling rosé made from Naramata-grown Auxerrois and Chardonnay. We look at the story and winemaking behind both. The post Narrative’s Two Sparkling Stories: XC Method and New XC Sparkling 0.5 appeared first on BCWineTrends .
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Why Tim Adams Wines reimagined Mr Mick
Why Tim Adams Wines reimagined Mr Mick
by Editor4 views
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2023 Dracaena Cabernet Franc – The Golden Standard?
We are extremely honored to be written up in California Wines and Wineries. Calling us the Golden Standard for Cabernet Franc. Background I have known the owners of Dracaena Wines, Michael & Lori Budd, for ten years and their wines were good at the beginning and simply have morphed over the years to being excellent.... The post 2023 Dracaena Cabernet Franc – The Golden Standard? appeared first on Dracaena Wines .
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📺Ranking Vineyards: The Fight Australia Isn’t Ready For
Australia's wine regions weren't drawn because winemakers asked for them. They were drawn because Europe wanted proof our labels meant something before it wo...
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Vallepicciola: Tourism and winemaking in the Chianti hills
Vallepicciola: Tourism and winemaking in the Chianti hills
by Editor4 views
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Oregon Wine Board Launches Statewide Oregon Vineyard Atlas Project
New initiative will chart all Oregon vineyard land into a free, interactive 3D atlas, launching summer 2027 October 15, 2026 (Portland, OR) — The Oregon Wine Board (OWB) has launched a [...]
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NYC Wine and Food Festival kicks off with dozens of events across the city
NYC Wine and Food Festival kicks off with dozens of events across the city
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Stags Leap District Cabernet Collaboration Celebrates the Power of Winemaking Together
An evolving team of winemakers comes together each vintage to create one Cabernet Sauvignon representing the collective spirit of the iconic Napa Valley appellation October 15, 2026 (Stags Leap District [...]
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📺CLASS 2: The Art and Biology of Wine Pairing
Forget memorizing lists of which wine goes with which food. This class will teach you why certain pairings work, so you can make better matches on your own.U...
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Paul Cullen Finds a New Rhythm Beyond Bad Company

Photos From Provence: Week Two

Beer judging - the inside story

Sangarida, Bierzo, Spain

Time Family of Wines announces an expansion of the Mayert family’s business operations.

My Willamette Valley Tour Part One

Kirkland Signature Gran Reserva Ribera Del Duero Review

📺3 Henschke Wines, 3 Very Different Personalities

Afternoon Brief, October 15

2023 Snapper rock pinot noir

📺White Pinot Noir Fest | Wine 101

Chateau Montelena’s Matthew Crafton Named VinePair’s 2026 Wine Professional of the Year

Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation Announces Its New Name to Better Reflect Its Regional Impact

Livermore Valley Named 2026 American Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast

“Vines, Views & Vibes: Harvest” with Chef-Vintner Dustin Valette at Roof 106

Narrative’s Two Sparkling Stories: XC Method and New XC Sparkling 0.5

Why Tim Adams Wines reimagined Mr Mick

2023 Dracaena Cabernet Franc – The Golden Standard?

📺Ranking Vineyards: The Fight Australia Isn’t Ready For

Vallepicciola: Tourism and winemaking in the Chianti hills

Oregon Wine Board Launches Statewide Oregon Vineyard Atlas Project

NYC Wine and Food Festival kicks off with dozens of events across the city

Stags Leap District Cabernet Collaboration Celebrates the Power of Winemaking Together

📺CLASS 2: The Art and Biology of Wine Pairing