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Michael Martini, who was born into a Napa Valley wine dynasty and followed in the winemaking footsteps of his father and grandfather, died Tuesday after a brief battle with lung cancer. He was 73. Martini retired from Louis M. Martini winery in 2015, after 40 years of making wine for his family. Late last year, Martini found himself struggling to …

(Source: Tablas Creek Vineyard) California’s storms are actually good for its vineyards, says Esther Mobley in the San Francisco Chronicle. “This is the best time of year for rain for vineyards. Grape vines are dormant during the winter. These months represent the plant’s moment to recharge between the fall’s harvest and the springs bud break…A wet winter is ideal for …

Ornellaia was one of Aldo’s top wines of 2022 Of all the wines I tasted in 2022, I focused and reflected a lot on the strong identity of small appellations which are becoming ever more precise, consistent, and detailed – an eye-opening exercise. Overall, the 2019 releases last year were positive across the board although they were particularly great from …

A tasting at Cape Mentelle, a pioneer of Margaret River wine region. Endeavour Group announced it has signed an agreement with Moët Hennessy, the wine and spirits arm of French luxury goods giant LVMH, to acquire Cape Mentelle. A fee wasn’t disclosed. Completion of the deal will take place ‘in due course’, pending licensing approval, said Endeavour, a leading retail …

Tim Lewis is the managing director of Sorrells custom wine rooms and the Traditional Wine Rack Company, the leading manufacturer of wine cellars/ rooms and standard racking in Europe. How did you get here? I spent the first part of my career working for large companies, in sales and marketing roles. However I always wanted to expand my knowledge and …

Laurent Delaunay The story of Edouard Delaunay is deeply rooted in the traditions of the Co?te d’Or. The house was founded in the late 19th Century and prospered throughout the vicissitudes of two World Wars and the Great Depression. It was the brainchild of its eponymous founder, who arrived from the Loire Valley’s port of Nantes, burning with ambition to …

Hong Kong-based Ponti Wine Cellars provides customers with a comprehensive range of top-quality wines from all over the world. To celebrate the New Year of 2023, Ponti Wine Cellars has selected some of its favourite medal winners from Decanter World Wine Awards 2022 and is offering customers a 13% discount on single bottles and 18% off on purchases with more …

I haplessly strayed into this controversial territory last summer during a debate at the Paule?e d’Anjou event, having noted a significant minority of VSIG producers (Vin Sans Indication Ge?ographique, the customary French abbreviation for this category) in the Loire. It seemed a shame, I burbled innocently, not to make use of local appellations to build understanding of their unique character, …

The foggy Sonoma Coast viewed from the vineyards of Fort Ross-Seaview producer Flowers Vineyard & Winery. While much of California’s Sonoma County is warm all year round, the maritime climate of its coastal wine-growing regions is a viticultural sweet spot, combining cool, even temperatures, cold winds and fog. A Pacific marine layer cools down those appellations closest to the coast …

An inviting, pretty wine, with high-toned violet and ripe raspberry notes that are both fresh and ripe on the palate. Delivers dusty mineral, singed mesquite and invigorating white pepper accents that add good savory dimension throughout the elegant finish. Grenache and Syrah. Drink now through 2026. 6,500 cases made, 1,500 cases imported. Source : 33414d067a4886e8a654c069c246a9f9

A zesty, eclectic blend that’s crisp yet fleshy, with melon, fresh fig and spice flavors that end with a burst of fruit. Riesling, Pinot Gris, Sémillon, Muscat, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Sauvignon Blanc. Drink now. 25,000 cases made. Source : d924727f5fddba91f556506115962728