[ad_1] An evening of six wines from Chateau Lafite Rothschild, each wine matched to a separate dinner course. The Palm Restaurant Tysons Corner, Virginia, USA. 24 February 2015. ? More images: here. ************** ? The Lafite estate has produced wines since the 1670s. Today, Chateau Lafite Rothschild has domaines in Chile and Argentina, as well as its …
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Arianna Occhipinti: Leading Frappato’s revival on Sicily
[ad_1] Arianna Occhipinti. Credit: Occhipinti It all started from a single plot in ‘Contrada Fossa di Lupo’. Arianna Occhipinti acquired the first hectare of bush vines when she moved back to her hometown in Sicily, Vittoria, after having obtained an enology degree from the University of Milan. Encouraged by her uncle, Giusto Occhipinti, who had co-founded the renowned COS estate, …
Read More »Roederer Estate Brut Anderson Valley L’Ermitage 2017 $75 (94 points)
[ad_1] Opulent yet detailed, with expressive pear and cherry flavors accented by roasted hazelnut, brioche and fresh ginger. Builds richness on the plush finish. Drink now through 2027. 3,650 cases made. [ad_2] Source : babe0e550ef85d9569413bd10ffdd0c3
Read More »Luiano Chianti Classico Riserva 2020 $32 (93 points)
[ad_1] Despite offering plenty of depth on the nose, with cherry, blueberry, rose, leather and earth aromas, this red still feels firm and compact on the palate. All of the components are there and show balance; this just needs time to integrate and stretch out. Excellent length. Best from 2026 through 2040. 2,000 cases made, 400 cases imported. [ad_2] Source …
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