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Daily Archives: September 2, 2024

Honeydew Melon

Potters Shed has added a photo to the pool: … fresh off the vine … breakfast this morning Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/201237103@N07/53966603229/in/pool-52609756@N00

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laptoppingpong has added a photo to the pool: Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/laptoppingpong/53965442780/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Wine tasting

sarahstierch has added a photo to the pool: Korbel Winery, Guerneville, California Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/sarahvain/53965158003/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Rutini Wines: A beacon of Argentinian excellence

Felipe Rutini’s journey began when he emigrated from the Italian region of Marche, where his family were winemakers and he studied agriculture. Once in Argentina, Rutini saw that his future lay in Mendoza – a place where he recognised the potential to make exceptional wines. In 1885, Rutini founded Bodega La Rural, which was to become one of the most …

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tasting room

sarahstierch has added a photo to the pool: Korbel Winery, Guerneville, California Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/sarahvain/53965158023/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Taste of pinot noir

sarahstierch has added a photo to the pool: Smith Story Wine Cellars, Healdsburg, California smithstorywinecellars.com/ Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/sarahvain/53961010952/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Smith Story Wine Cellars

sarahstierch has added a photo to the pool: Smith Story Wine Cellars, Healdsburg, California smithstorywinecellars.com/ Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/sarahvain/53961899491/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Domaine de Trévallon: The new generation takes charge

l-r: Antoine, Eloi and Ostiane Dürrbach Some producers become part of the history of their region. Their romantic story, their innovative ideas, the quality of their wine. Many of these iconic estates shine for only a couple of years and burn out, few last for decades and even fewer continue to flourish with the next generation. Domaine de Trévallon is …

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Rosé

sarahstierch has added a photo to the pool: McNab Ridge Winery, Hopland, California mcnabridge.com/ Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/sarahvain/53960439990/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Wine Bottles

gremar24 has added a photo to the pool: I’m not sure this is a good way to keep wine bottles Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/197985248@N05/53954382407/in/pool-17918700@N00

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my new wine…

Juliaforphotos has added a photo to the pool: spotted in a supermarket/store in Lima, Peru I intended on buying it, but I forgot… Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/jaygeeoh/53955526228/in/pool-17918700@N00

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tongeron91 has added a photo to the pool: Pentax MX /Ilford Delta 100 /DXO Photolab 6 Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/tongeron91/53953751334/in/pool-17918700@N00

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The many styles of Asti

People enjoying Asti wines in wineyards in Asti DOCG, northern Italy Nestled in the Langhe region of Piedmont in northern Italy, Asti straddles three picturesque provinces, which were granted UNESCO World Heritage status in 2014: Alessandria, Asti and Cuneo. The area has a long winemaking heritage, with over 10,000 hectares of vineyards, and the wines of Asti have been recognised …

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Sovereign Estate Winery – 2021 Ave Rosé (Explore) | Ave Rosé…

Ave Rosé has become a fan favorite at the estate, particularly during the summer months. This beautifully balanced rosé is made from mostly New York Seyval Blanc and a splash of Marquette to bring the color. Wonderful expressions of strawberry, raspberry, and citrus with a hint of sweetness on the finish make this a perfect wine for lighter fare. Try …

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Criolla Chica granted quality status in Argentina

Criolla Chica bunches The European import Listán Prieto, known in Argentina as Criolla Chica,  joined the cast of quality red grapes approved by the country’s Instituto Nacional de Vitivinicultura (INV) in legislation published on 16 August. It joins better-known counterparts, such as Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Bonarda, in the list of varieties approved for the production and labelling …

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