Montes Cab Sauv and a Sauv Blanc – Chilean Value
There was a time, a few years ago, when Chilian wines were all the craze – however, they have since lost much of that hype to other regions such as Mendoza Argentina and even Portugal. It’s no secret, really, as to what causes that buzz around any particular region – it’s all about value and [...]
A pair of Sweet Valley Wines – Review
I already reviewed the more value-driven wines from Sweet Valley called the “Righteous” wines a few weeks ago so I’m excited to dive into these wines and see what they have to offer. Winemaker, Josh McDaniels, might be young and relatively new but so far, his chops seem to do a good job of producing [...]
Barnard Griffin – Reserve Round-up Review
Rob Griffin is one of the most well-respected winemakers in the State of Washington – his depth of knowledge in regards to making wine in that state and of its various wine regions is about as exhaustive as anyone could hope for. In 1983, he teamed up with Deborah Barnard and started up what has no [...]
2004 Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
Atlas Peak is actually the name of an AVA in the greater Napa area that ranges between 1400-2400ft in elevation which mean that the grapes grown there don’t tend to get as those on the valley floors. The net result is fruit that can be harvested at a lower brix level (lower sugars) – this [...]
Capture the Spirit of Oregon Wine Country
03 July 2009
PORTLAND, Ore., July 3 /PRNewswire/ — The small, family-owned vineyards and artisanal wineries found throughout Oregon Wine Country have inspired many visitors and locals alike to wax poetic about the region’s unique sense of place, memorable characters and world-class wines. This love affair is the impetus behind the Capture the Spirit of Oregon Wine Country [...]
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The Grapevine – Daily News
03 July 2009
San Francisco International Wine Competition announces 29th annual results Sure-Fire Dry Wines Baroque music, wine tasting and play featured this week Southwest Airlines touts new on-board wine Gallup: “On Mars, They Drink Beer; on Venus, Wine” 2nd Circuit Upholds NY Statute Barring Direct Sale of Wine Pair smokey, spicy Oregon red wine with BBQ for 4th of July Celebrating the Joy of Jug Wines
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The Grapevine – News
01 July 2009
Drink wine with beer can chicken 4th of July BBQ all purpose wine: Syrah The wine’s still flowing but from cheaper bottles Constellation Brands profit falls Commissioners approve wine license for Wild Water West Debate continues over an American cuisine definition The perils of food and wine matching How to taste wine – step 3 – taste
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Cowhorn Vineyard Releases Spiral 36
30 June 2009
Jacksonville, Oregon [date] – Cowhorn Vineyard & Garden today announced the release of its groundbreaking white wine blend, “Spiral 36.” The wine takes its name from the shape of the winery’s logo and the estate vineyard blocks (3 and 6) that produced the winegrapes. Spiral 36 is Cowhorn’s first release from the 2008 vintage, and [...]
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Beckmen Vineyards Earns Biodynamic and Organic Certifications
29 June 2009
LOS OLIVOS, Calif. – JUNE 29, 2009 – Beckmen Vineyards is proud to announce that it has achieved both biodynamic and organic certifications for its Purisima Mountain Vineyard located in Santa Barbara County’s Santa Ynez Valley. The culmination of a rigorous certification process through Demeter USA and Stellar Certification Services, these certifications reflect a strict [...]
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Adelsheim Vineyard July 2009 Events
26 June 2009
Anna Louise Vineyard Pinot noir Release Party, July 11th from 11:00 until 1:00 Please join us as we host special guests, Les Stephens and Leslie Struxness, owners of the Anna Louise Vineyard. This vineyard site is 9.27 acres within the Eola-Amity Hills AVA and planted exclusively with Pinot noir. This is the first Single Vineyard bottling from this property. We produced [...]
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Duckhorn Wine Company Announces New Direction for Migration Wines
22 June 2009
Napa Valley, Calif. – June 22, 2009 – Duckhorn Wine Company is proud to announce the elevation of its Migration label to the fourth core brand in the company’s portfolio, alongside Duckhorn Vineyards, Paraduxx and Goldeneye. This heightened focus on Migration will be reflected in several ways, most notably in the addition of Chardonnay to [...]
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Auction of Washington Wine Tickets On Sale Today
18 June 2009
SEATTLE (June 18, 2009) – Tickets go on sale today for the Auction of Washington Wines, the original, largest and most prestigious charity auction showcasing the stars of Washington wine. An array of ticket options and prices are available, ranging from an early-bird special for Picnic at just $125 up to a full weekend of [...]
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The Grapevine – News
17 June 2009
Wine.com launches shipping division for wineries Long Island wine country by the book Sylvia Carter | More Wine Apps for the IPhone These Wines Don’t Have to Travel Well Lodi wine industry generates $5B for area economy Rias Baixas: The flagship wine of Spanish whites Wine 101: What are the wine regions in California? Grocery store beer, wine sales debated Memories from Summer Wines
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Messina Hof Winery – Events
12 June 2009
1. June 16 – Messina Hof Winery featured at Houston Farmer’s Market On Tuesday, June 16, at the Tuesday market held on the campus of Rice University, the Bonarrigos will exhibit their award-winning wines and provide attendees with wine samples of: • Messina Hof Riesling • Messina Hof Pinot Grigio • Messina Hof Barrel Merlot • Messina Hof Barrel Shiraz • [...]
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Winery 3rd Sunday Concert for Father’s Day
12 June 2009
Looks like Sunday the 21st (FATHER’S DAY) will be a beautiful day for an outing. Should be a great afternoon to listen to the tremendous instruments and voices (with a little humor thrown in) of The Gore Brothers Enjoy an afternoon of great music provided by this truly inspirational group. Bring a picnic and a friend [...]
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New Wine Releases from Seghesio
12 June 2009
New Wine Releases from Seghesio Dear Wine, We’re excited about two new releases from our Home Ranch in Alexander Valley. The first is our family favorite; the 2007 Home Ranch Zinfandel. Ted says the 2007 [...]
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The Grapevine – News
12 June 2009
Wine Institute names Ray Chadwick chairman Wine Magazine Seeks Discerning Palates Health Secrets of Red Wine Uncovered Napa wine auction raises $5.7 mln Wine, Scirrotto selected on Day 3 Challenges Abound for Wine Grape Growers This Season Wine Futures Tasting Tomorrow Wines of The Times
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Buena Vista Carneros Winemaker Dinner
09 June 2009
Winemaker Jeff Stewart will be on hand to pair his incredible Carneros wines off the Ramal Vineyard estate with the authentic Italian cuisine of Fior d’Italia. America’s Oldest Italian Restaurant Meets California’s First Winery Thursday, July 9, 2009 6:30 PM Reception ~ 7:00 PM Dinner $100 – plus tax and gratuity, per person Please call for reservations: (415) 986-1886 Crostini [...]
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The Grapevine – News
08 June 2009
EU Backs Down From Plan to Widen Rules for Rosé Rewind: The Rammy Awards Wine In A Box? Think ‘Good’ Not ‘Gauche’ Recession puts a cork in lavish Napa charity Want A Really Goode Job? Murphy-Goode Wine Hiring Social Media Whore Tennessee Governer signs wine bill into law Sparkling wines can fit budget Boxed wine tastes better says Science
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Long Shadows takes Top Merlot
05 June 2009
A Merlot from a young Washington State winery has won a blind tasting in Canada, besting some of the most famous, top-rated Merlots in the world. More than 90 tasters, including many international, world-class winemakers, selected Long Shadows Vintners’ 2003 Pedestal Merlot as their favorite wine. Eleven “Merlots from Around the World” were featured in [...]
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George Riedel comes to Sacramento
04 June 2009
Source: Sacramento Press If you were a carpenter and you heard that Jesus was giving a hands-on lecture on dovetails, gables, and miter cuts, you would be excited. That’s how I felt when I heard that the guru of wine glasses would be in Sacramento. For carpenters, it’s a hammer. For winos, it’s the glass. Have you [...]
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The Grapevine – News
03 June 2009
New drink tax widely opposed Oregon Wine Tasting Room shutting down How winemakers go about responding to tricky vintages Red plus white wine does not equal rose Wine poisoning kills 21 in Indonesia Report: Amazon’s wine business partner runs into trouble Vintners scramble to retrieve wine from New Vine Logistics Wine Shipper Halts Orders, Jarring Industry The Canary in the California Wine Cellar? Uncorked: Sweet wines are a slippery slope for NC vinifera producers Virginia’s wine industry still growing
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Old-school Burgundy Wine Cellar pics
02 June 2009
Our friend, Dan Snyder, was kind enough to share these pictures he took on a recent trip to France – this is an old wine cellar of Domaine Trapet – located in the Burgundy region.
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