Lush and mouthwatering, with wonderful precision to the fresh pomelo and yuzu flavors and fragrant lemon zest at the core. Offers savory accents of candied ginger, litsea oil, sea salt and lemon balm, while a hint of matcha lingers on the long, expressive finish. Drink now. 22,344 cases made, 22,344 cases imported. Source : e5eefc08dff0ab0413020e81cffdbc19

Argentine businessman Alejandro Pedro Bulgheroni purchased the 11th century Dievole estate in 2013 and engaged enologist Alberto Antonini to lead the charge to make Dievole one of Chianti Classico’s most modern wineries. One of the first things he did was to replace oak fermenters with cement vats that look similar to those we saw at Bodega Garzón in Uruguay, another …

An organic vineyard in Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA. Credit: Clive Pursehouse The Willamette Valley is unquestionably one of the world’s great Pinot Noir (and I’d argue Chardonnay) regions. For those who remain sceptical, I would point to the long track record that the region’s founding producers, like Eyrie, Ponzi, Bethel Heights, and Sokol Blosser (to name only a few), have in …

With almost 500 stores across the UK, Morrisons is a major player in the supermarket sector and its value wine offering never fails to impress. ‘The Best’ wine range is the supermarket chain’s private label series that presents classic regions and grapes from around the globe at a reasonable price, and is a great place to start if you’re new …

The Royal Courts of Justice in London, England. Founded in 2020 by Jamie Wynne-Griffiths, a longtime member of the wine trade, Propeller Wine was initially touted as a breath of fresh air in the UK wholesaling sector. Four years later, and one former supplier has appointed solicitors to file a winding-up petition against Propeller’s parent company Wild Ferment. The hearing …

Tartrate crystals adhere to corks of aged wines Have you ever opened a bottle of wine to find white or red crystalline deposits stuck to the bottom of the cork, glinting at the base of the bottle, or even floating in the wine itself? Did you feel unsettled or not sure whether you should drink it? Hopefully you did enjoy …

A polished, friendly style, with boysenberry and blackberry pâte de fruit notes cruising through to the polished, licorice-accented finish. Drink now through 2032. 20,464 cases made. Source : c3d53c07a9ee076c802804ab5f08bb01

If there’s such a thing as a feel-good winery acquisition, 2024 seems to be the year for them. Earlier this year Wine Spectator reported that Patz & Hall co-founder James Hall bought back the winery years after it was sold to Ste. Michelle Wine Estates. Now James MacPhail is purchasing back his namesake brand from Hess Persson 13 years after …

Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I post them to my magazine on Flipboard, but for those of you who aren’t Flipboard-inclined, here’s everything I’ve strained out of the wine-related muck for the week. What Does It Mean to “Be VDP”?Times are changing. In South Africa, a new …

Susie Barrie MW, Matthew Horsley and Stephen Skelton MW tasted 64 wines, with 1 Outstanding and 29 Highly Recommended. English & Welsh still wines: Panel tasting scores 64 wines tasted Exceptional 0 Outstanding 1 Highly recommended 29 Recommended 26 Commended 4 Fair 3 Poor 1 Entry criteria: producers and UK agents were invited to submit their current-release, dry, still wines …

Your quick reference guide to understanding tannins, their role in wine and how to identify and describe them. What are tannins? Tannins are a type of bitter and astringent chemical compound that belongs to a larger group called polyphenols. They occur abundantly in nature, namely in the bark of many trees and in numerous leaves, legumes and fruits, including grapes. …

Overlooking vineyard at Concha y Toro winery in Cachapoal. Chile, often referred to as ‘the long, thin country,’ boasts a rich tapestry of microclimates and grape varieties, underpinned by a deep-rooted winemaking heritage. Its striking flora and fauna can call to mind a Jurassic Park-style ‘land that time forgot’ – and that metaphor can be extended to the country’s vineyards. …

The world of wine is full of unasked questions. Why do we put wine at strengths of 5% and 15% alcohol, and everything in between, in the same 75cl bottle? It’s certainly not because ‘it’s the ideal size for two people.’ Why is Côte-Rôtie in the Rhône valley almost the only wine region where black and white grapes are co-fermented …

A dash of wet stone transitions to flavors of peach and plum skin, Meyer lemon peel and ground ginger. This is light-bodied and round, with lively, balancing acidity. Drink now. 5,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. Source : e1d9afaa28aaf8222c319355a2a479d5

We always enjoy tasting new vintages of wines we love and the Four Graces Pinot is one of those bottles we go back to again and again. This is just superb Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley every time we taste it, and the new 2022 vintage hitting Costco shelves did not disappoint. We have previously … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2022-four-graces-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/

Everybody loves to see the special limited time discount signs in the Costco wine aisle, and here’s a new one we found on a tasty little Australian GSM blend. It was particularly fitting as we just concluded a trip to Australia and enjoyed some wonderful wines, both red and white, from all over the country. … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2021-barossa-valley-estate-grenache-shiraz-mourvedre/

A view of vineyards in Napa’s Mount Veeder appellation. For the Napa 2021 Vintage Report, Decanter Premium readers will receive unparalleled in-depth coverage from our experienced Napa Valley correspondent.  ‘I’m stuffing as many 2021s in my personal cellar as I can make room for, even after tasting well over 500 Cabernets.’ In addition to accessing the full vintage report from …

Sleek yet luxurious, this impressive white offers rich Asian pear, nectarine and lemon zest flavors that gather richness and flesh on the long finish. Drink now through 2026. 2,034 cases made. Source : 90154a7160d58f0264db5ddd6ab4ab4f

Seen from Serralunga to Castiglione Falletto … | OLYMPUS D… | Flickr Uploaded on August 25, 2024 Taken on August 25,… Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/piautel/53947563018/in/pool-52609756@N00

Douro Valley | papajoesm | Flickr Uploaded on August 25, 2024 Taken on July 15, 2024