Hello and welcome to my weekly dig through the pile of wine samples that show up asking to be tasted. I’m pleased to bring you the latest installment of Vinography Unboxed, where I highlight some of the better bottles that have crossed my doorstep recently. This past week included a few more outtakes from my article on the Santa Lucia …

From across the country, I’ve been watching this crazy winter weather across California. You’ve been on my mind lately, as I see beautiful images of snow-covered vineyards contrasted with some destruction and mind-boggling high-altitude snow levels. As Spring kicks off, and in anticipation of a coming California trip, I’m highlighting some new releases from the golden state this week. Smith-Madrone …

Domaine Drouhin Oregon, Dundee Hills Estate: Mt Hood–left background, Mt Jefferson–right background Snow on the Coastal Range peaks, cold pouring rain in Portland, freezing temperatures in McMinnville; ahh…Thanksgiving Weekend 2022 in the Willamette Valley!  Perfect weather for tasting new releases from some of Willamette Valley’s top wineries? If the weather was chilly and the wines cool to taste, the welcome by …

Not a doctor, lawyer, or Indian chief– Though that last one got some thought. Except that it limited the Ivy League schools At which it might be taught.   Not brigadier general, or football player, Or theoretical physicist; But with the life experience of a six-year-old, My choice was to be a … ventriloquist.   You may scoff at this, …

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Château Canon’s estate in St-Emilion Bordeaux could feature more prominently in the thoughts of investors and collectors in 2023, following price rises for top wines in other regions on the market, some merchants believe.

This savory red is silky and refined in feel, with singed bay leaf and Nyons olive notes to the black cherry and plum core. Buoyed by fresh acidity, this finishes with fine tannins and details of singed orange peel. Drink now through 2030. 800 cases imported. Source : fdfa51c52ae60e7905300ba6b3fb3446

A generous, ripe red, with blackberry puree, sappy black licorice and violet notes that are round and supple on the palate. Gains balance from a refreshing beam of singed thyme and iron, while the finish is tied up nicely with firming, mesquite-tinged tannins. Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2025. Source : bc0cc7a0e35811b382fa625c3de07e21