[ad_1] Livermore Valley sits just under 50 miles (80 km) east of downtown San Francisco. This modest valley, oriented east-west, was one of California’s most historic winegrowing areas but is today much less visible thanks to the long shadows cast by better-known Napa and Sonoma. Around 1885, however, Livermore would have likely been the wine country destination of choice for …

[ad_1] Tenuta Olianas in Sarcidano, southern Sardinia Situated in the heart of the subregion of Sarcidano, in southern Sardinia, Tenuta Olianas lies 50 minutes to the north of Cagliari. Boasting 35ha of vineyards, the estate – the only Demeter-certified company in Sardinia – focuses on key native varieties Cannonau, Vermentino, Bovale, Malvasia, Nasco and Semidano. Flagship wines include the Cannonau …

[ad_1] Lo Sparviere in Franciacorta DOCG, Italy Lo Sparviere Lo Sparviere was founded by Monique Poncelet Gussalli Beretta in 1974, at a time when Franciacorta was a young DOC, with barely a dozen producers of sparkling wine. It was the first of the group of high-profile estates which went on to shape the modern history of Metodo Classico in Italy. …

[ad_1] However, not all Manhattan-based wine stores are created equal, and seeking one that best suits your needs is a great place to start. Whether looking for well-aged greats from France and Italy or a unique selection of low-intervention or natural wines, Manhattan certainly has a well-stocked store for you; it’s simply a matter of knowing where to look. We’ve …

[ad_1] Malvazija vines with Istria’s hilltop town Motovun in the background. If there is one country’s wine quality evolution to follow at the Decanter World Wine Awards, it might well be Croatia. In just two years, the country has more than tripled its Gold medal count at the international competition. But what’s more, its indigenous varieties have featured in the …

[ad_1] The vineyards of Mercurey. According to local legend, Napoleon stopped in the village of Mercurey as he returned from exile on the island of Elba. Quenching his thirst with the local wine, he is said to have exclaimed: ‘This Mercurey is excellent, its colour reminds me of the ribbon of the Légion d’honneur, and the bouquet of heady aroma …

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[ad_1] Juicy flavors of nectarine, passion fruit and white cherry are set in this vivacious white, which is accented by blood orange peel, pink grapefruit granita and jasmine notes. This light- to medium-bodied version offers a tangy, salty finish. Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and Sauvignon. Drink now. 4,800 cases made, 224 cases imported. [ad_2] Source : 7c1cabe1bca9874b4320fdc4893da27b

[ad_1] Inside the April 2024 issue of Decanter magazine: FEATURES Italy’s future greats Tiziano Gaia asks some of Italy’s most respected winemaking names to nominate the rising stars in their regions My top 20 Langhe Nebbiolo These Piedmont reds offer approachable drinking as well as good value, says Aldo Fiordelli Brunello di Montalcino 2019 Michaela Morris is captivated by the …