Herb Quady Founded in Southern Oregon in 2005, Quady North has developed a stellar reputation for its rosés, Rhone varietals, and Cabernet Franc wines.  We remember tasting the 2006 maiden vintage, and we’ve regularly reviewed the Quady North wines, especially the rosés, ever since.  Owner and winemaker Herb Quady recently sent us his current releases, which we review below. Quady …

I don’t know about you, but I do know when wine sings to my soul I’m in my happy place… This time it’s Herdade do Esporão, located in Alentejo’s oak cork forests, in Portugal. They can be found in the Reguengos de Monsaraz region, and it was a stunning visit. Visiting one of the Wines […] The post Harmonious Libations: …

The post Total Eclipse of the Heart of RRV (Merry Edwards Cuvée Eclipse 2017) appeared first on 1 Wine Dude. Did you know that there was a total solar eclipse back on April 8, 2024? You did?!?? Of course you did. I can tell by the explosion of poorly-photographed eclipse pics that took over my social media scrolling feeds on …

Constellation Brands—the drinks giant whose portfolio includes Corona and Modelo beers as well as Meiomi, Kim Crawford and Robert Mondavi wineries—has signed a deal to purchase Sea Smoke, an iconic Pinot Noir and Chardonnay estate vineyard in Santa Barbara County’s Sta. Rita Hills, from founder Bob Davids. The sale includes 1,100 acres of land, 256 of them planted with vines, …

Fresh and lively, offering a delightful stream of raspberry and mulberry coulis flecked with a mouthwatering savory edge through the pure, pinpoint finish. Textbook vintage and AVA profile. Drink now through 2031. 10,204 cases made. Source : e639b8f22b709b167b7b9be33127d19a

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Between 6th to 11th May, London played host to the 21st edition of Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA), uniting 250 esteemed wine connoisseurs from 33 countries. Together, these experts meticulously evaluated over 18,000 wines from 57 countries, completing the first of DWWA’s three-stage judging process. Commenting on the scale of the competition, Co-Chair Michael Hill Smith AM MW said, ‘Every …

Back again, and we say thank you. This Suscol Vineyard Cabernet from the Kirkland label is a relatively new wine in the Kirkland portfolio, but one that we’ve always enjoyed. Sometimes these special wines will fizzle out after a few vintages, so it’s nice to see this one back in stock, and after tasting this … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2021-kirkland-signature-suscol-vineyard-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon/

Castiglion del Bosco winery in Montalcino in Italy The phrase ‘authentic tourism’, that overused term beloved of marketeers nonetheless perfectly encapsulates what awaits you at Castiglion del Bosco winery in southern Tuscany. Delivering relaxed Tuscan luxury, the winery offers two perfectly situated restaurants, an exceptional five star luxury hotel managed by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, nearby truffle forests, and a …

Rob Jensen has been sourcing Chardonnay from the best vineyards in Central California for over three decades, and we’ve been reviewing them almost as long.  The Santa Lucia Highlands have always been at the core of the portfolio, but in recent years Testarossa has added outstanding vineyards from further south: iconic vineyards like Sanford & Benedict and La Rinconada in …

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 week included mostly red wines, but before we dive fully into red, we should make …

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The post Wine Reviews: Mini Round-Up for May 6, 2024 appeared first on 1 Wine Dude. I taste a bunch-o-wine (technical term for more than most people). So each week, I share some of my wine reviews (mostly from samples) and tasting notes in a “mini-review” format. They are meant to be quirky, fun, and (mostly) easily-digestible reviews of (mostly) …

Macerated raspberry and cherry fruit flavors are juicy and expressive in this well-tailored red. A fragrant overtone of iron, red licorice, paprika, dried lavender and leafy herb notes accent the core of fruit, which is carried by orange peel acidity. Firm tannins offer a fine-grained feel, leaving a plush impression on the lingering finish. Drink now through 2035. Source : …

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Sauvignon blanc fans who haven’t explored the terroir of Pouilly-Fume are really missing out. Here’s a nice place to start that exploration for $20. We’ve tasted and reviewed a few bottles from J de Villebois, including another very good Sauvignon Blanc from Touraine and their basic Pinot Noir which was decent. We found those wines … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2022-j-de-villebois-pouilly-fume/

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One of Washington state’s more beloved wineries has changed hands for a second time. Ackley Brands, a small but rapidly growing beverage firm, has purchased Betz Family Winery, founded by longtime Chateau Ste. Michelle winemaker Bob Betz, from Steve and Bridgit Griessel, the owners since 2011. The deal also includes Washington wine brand The Untold Story and Oregon label SUNU. …

Tannat is Uruguay’s signature grape. Unlike the fiercely tannic Tannats of France’s Madiran region of the Pyrenees, those of Uruguay are accessible early on with rich flavors, good depth, and in the hands of the right winemakers, like Juan Andrés and Alejandro Marichal of Bodega Marichal, they offer complexity and refinement.  They are also heart-healthy with almost three times more …

Michel Chapoutier Every year, Michel Chapoutier launches his Rhône single-vineyard wines way before his neighbours, and bang in the middle of the Bordeaux en primeur campaign to boot. You have to admire his chutzpah. Chapoutier never was a shrinking violet, and his wines are just as bold. I’ll be visiting the Rhône in October this year to taste the 2023 …