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Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery: Inseparably Linked to J. Rochioli Vineyards & Winery since 1982 Source : https://www.princeofpinot.com/article/2409/

J. Rochioli Vineyards & Winery: The Wines Source : https://www.princeofpinot.com/article/2408/

Joe Rochioli Jr., the Humble Patriarch of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir Source : https://www.princeofpinot.com/article/2407/

Vinos de la Luz is a wine group, with investments in Argentina, Spain, Italy and the United States, whose mission is to produce wines with a sense of place while implementing organic and sustainable viticulture and winemaking practices. The group’s founder, Ricardo Fernández Núñez, an Argentinian of Galician descent, embraced viticulture as the best way to honour his ancestors, who …

Chile is a piece of paradise with its incredibly diverse landscapes and wildlife. As part of their ongoing commitment to preserve and protect the natural environment, Viña Tarapacá has launched the Biodiversity range, a limited edition that cements its growing reputation as a guardian of Maipo’s native species. Maipo: cradle of Chilean viticulture and biodiversity hotspot The 148-year-old Tarapacá Estate …

When Jacques Cariot walked into his wood-clad dining room at Bleu Provence in Naples, Florida, after Hurricane Ian had passed and saw the water had been 6 feet deep inside, it was actually a relief. He had feared the devastation to the Grand Award-winning restaurant would be worse. “When the water hits that level, everything has to be replaced,” Cariot told Wine Spectator …

This is the 46th year of Hugh Johnson’s annual wine book, the most popular guide in the wine world. Amazingly enough, it’s still published for sale as a small hardback volume (available as an e-book) rather than an online subscription.  And, also amazing, it continues to offer an incredibly comprehensive look at the wines being produced around the world.  Margaret …

“Wine is fundamentally a high-intervention product. Without a tremendous amount of human guidance, grapes on the vine either become bird food, more vines, or compost. Even if we were to limit usage of the term to only what happens once grapes enter the winery, a substantial amount of human effort still goes into turning those grapes into a tasty bottle …

Recently announced National Wine Retailer of the Year at the 2022 Decanter Retailer Awards, for a second year running, Majestic’s wine range is a joy to peruse, from classics to new-wave bottles. National Wine Retailer of the Year is a title to be proud of – and the retailer’s performance at this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards shows that it’s continuing …

Romanée-Conti 1990. Traditionally the wine auction market took the summer off. Although the season has lengthened recently, summer is usually a fallow period. This year, speculation was rampant – will the market (and the prices) continue their upward spiral? The first fall sales have now been conducted, and if prospects for the wine market remain strong, a few clouds linger …

Burgundy’s tapestry of terroirs and pioneering refinement of Pinot Noir provide a rich hunting ground for collectors of the world’s most renowned wines, as well as exciting, under-the-radar producers. It’s no secret, however, that certain Burgundy wines are hard to attain. Prices for top names have also been rising on the secondary market alongside expanding global demand. This guide focuses …

Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I post them to my magazine on Flipboard, but for those of you who aren’t Flipboard inclined, here’s everything I’ve strained out of the wine-related muck for the week. A Vineyard in San Francisco’s Black BeltAn excellent portrait. He hit Bay Area …

A perfumed white, with white blossoms and ripe fruit on the nose, this is salty and mouthwatering on the palate. Offers a touch of lemon zest enlivening flavors of Asian pear, blanched almond, chamomile and lemon oil. Drink now through 2027. 5,000 cases made, 3,300 cases imported. Source : 4366b87007f102b52ecf5c99cc2faeb9

Dark and spicy, this red evokes black cherry, blackberry, vanilla and toast flavors. A ripe, showy style that should have broad appeal. Drink now. 15,000 cases made, 1,250 cases imported. Source : afbc09bfb2964f7060618fffa185c5f4

No other holiday celebrates the gift of wine like Thanksgiving. Wine is a taste of the harvest along with all the delicious dishes on the table. But actually choosing a bottle can feel like a thankless task, especially with so many flavours to match. Relax. Have a drink. And try some of my suggestions for great wines to pair with …

 You may have some wines in mind for your Thanksgiving roast turkey, but what should you drink with non-traditional recipes, like turducken or deep-fried turkey? That’s what Lindsey and I chat about on CTV’s Your Morning, the country’s national breakfast show. Let’s start with beer can turkey. What is it and which wines should we have with this dish? So …