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Monthly Archives: September 2024

New method may help wines tainted by wildfire smoke

Wildfire smoke in northern California in 2018. Several factors can determine whether a vineyard is affected, however. Researchers recently reported promising results after testing a new way of removing volatile compounds responsible for causing unpleasant smoke taint aromas and taste in wine.  While some volatile compounds occur naturally in grapes and contribute to appealing aromas in the glass, those absorbed …

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Rosheim depuis les vignes

Zéphyrios has added a photo to the pool: Depuis les vignes des hauteurs de Rosheim, nous pouvons voir jusqu’aux montagnes de la forêt noire, outre-Rhin, pendant de nos Vosges. Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/zephyrios/50020173873/in/pool-52609756@N00

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Domaine François Raveneau: Taking the pulse of Chablis’ greatest wine

Raveneau is one of Chablis’ most recognisable names and the top wines sell for several times more than their nearest competitor. The global average retail price for Raveneau’s current vintage of Grand Cru Le Clos is nearly £1,700 per bottle; Valmur and Blanchot are £600-£700; the premiers crus average approximately £350, and even the village-level Chablis is often more than …

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Tasmania in its stride: Uncovering the island state’s exceptional wines

The term ‘small but mighty’ could have been coined to describe Tasmania, at least in terms of its winemaking prowess. With just over 26,000 square miles of land to its name and a mere 2,000 hectares of vineyard plantings, the state could so easily be overshadowed by the vast Australian mainland to its north. But take a close look at …

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You Actually Ready To Import?

How To Break Into the U.S. Wine Market by Deborah M. Gray, revisits one of her passions with a timely third edition. This thoroughly dissected guide prompts the crucial question of Are You Actually Ready to Import? Your league will swiftly come into focus, during your thumbing through four pages of thoroughly researched content. She […] The post You Actually …

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Wine Reviews: Mini Round-Up for September 16, 2024

The post Wine Reviews: Mini Round-Up for September 16, 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) …

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Highlights from the 10th anniversary Salon of Decanter medal winners 2024 in Slovenia

Credit: Peter Irman This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Salon of Decanter medal winners in Slovenia — an annual event that celebrates winemaking excellence in the region. On 3rd September, winemakers, consumers and trade gathered in the Brdo Congress Centre, just an hour outside Ljubljana for an exciting one day event. The event featured more than 150 Decanter …

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Ysios Winery

Hadi Hormozi has added a photo to the pool: Ysios Winery (Bodegas Ysios) designed by Santiago Calatrava Rioja Alavesa – Basque Country, Spain Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/187493411@N03/53941119649/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Napa Valley Cabernet 2021: Top wines from Stags Leap District

The old vine block at Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. Napa Valley Cabernet 2021: full vintage report and top-scoring wines The Stags Leap District is named after a legend among the indigenous Wappo people, about a stag escaping a hunting party by leaping to its death at a gap in the rock promontory that sticks out in the foothills of the …

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Ribeira Sacra – Galician government authorises unprecedented crisis distillation

Vineyards on the banks of the Sil River, Ribeira Sacra, Galicia On 1 September, the Xunta de Galicia (Galician regional government) authorised crisis distillation in D.O. Ribeira Sacra, following a request submitted by the local rural council in May. The authorisation marks the first time a Galician wine region will implement the measure, which is aimed at withdrawing wine from …

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Penfolds: Icons of the Present and Future Masterclass at DFWE London

Credit: Penfolds Magill Estate Join us for an exclusive opportunity to explore the illustrious world of Penfolds at the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter (DFWE) London, taking place on Saturday 16 November. Experience a selection of Penfolds most iconic and innovative wines. A journey through winemaking excellence. Founded in 1844, Penfolds has built a legendary reputation for creating exceptional wines with a …

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2022 Les Rives Du Ciron Bordeaux Superieur

We’re back in the cheap seats again, and we found another one that is pretty good, very drinkable, and of course, inexpensive. Just a few posts ago, we highlighted this $5.99 Bordeaux find that we rated 87 points. This Bordeaux Superieur is right in that same ballpark. And once again a good bottle to serve … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2022-les-rives-du-ciron-bordeaux-superieur/

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2021 Oregon Territory Pinot Noir

Here’s a new addition to the Pinot Noir aisle, at least around the stores we frequent in the Atlanta area. And we’re really happy we found it. It’s hard to find quality Pinot Noir under $20 but this one hits the mark. We just reviewed the latest vintage of the Four Graces Pinot from Willamette … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2021-oregon-territory-pinot-noir/

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News: New Grands Vins de Bordeaux Boxed Wine Set in stores

The latest version of the Bordeaux boxed set is hitting stores now. We always enjoy seeing what’s offered here as they are usually incredible values. It’s been a little while since we posted about this box. Here is our last write up. We are putting this in the news section as we likely won’t have … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/news-new-grands-vins-de-bordeaux-boxed-wine-set-in-stores/

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Castello di Volpaia Chianti Classico Riserva 2021 $52 (95 points)

This expressive red features cherry, blackberry, pomegranate and orange peel aromas and flavors. Mineral and wild herb accents add depth as this cruises to the long finish, offering terrific balance and length. Though impressive now, this should evolve nicely. Best from 2006 through 2042. 5,000 cases made, 3,000 cases imported. Source : 88dbc9281d6ebf3f201f726d6535bec3

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2019 Kirkland Signature Series Brunello di Montalcino

We went into this Costco trip specifically looking to find the new Kirkland Cotes du Rhone Villages that we heard is starting to appear in stores, but came out with one of our most highly anticipated wines of the year. And it did not disappoint. Seeing this bottle arrive in September is really throwing the … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2019-kirkland-signature-series-brunello-di-montalcino/

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