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Monthly Archives: September 2024

Trauben

cangaroojack has added a photo to the pool: Oberhalb von Chur Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/cangaroojack/53997685970/in/pool-52609756@N00

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Sonntagsmenü

raist7 has added a photo to the pool: Der Wein schlägt den Rest preislich um Längen und war der perfekte Begleiter! Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/89166343@N02/53996690080/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Ribera del Duero adopts the new old ways

Vineyard in Ribera del Duero. The motivation for this piece was, at the outset, to document the evolution of the exciting projects that, over the last 20 years, have been carving out an ‘alternative’ face of Ribera del Duero. It quickly became apparent that the real story concerned the efforts of the producers behind these projects to save the region …

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Bertani Valpolicella Ripasso 2020 $33 (90 points)

This supple red is balanced and elegant, with a pleasing juiciness to its flavors of cherry and wild strawberry. A medium-bodied version, offering light, creamy tannins and fragrant accents of dried thyme, lavender and paprika. Corvina, Rondinella and Merlot. Drink now through 2027. 10,000 cases made, 3,000 cases imported. Source : 44477c352d501f9cdd7d1c93df36523a

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Fog after raining …

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Guarene in Roero …

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Crow Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon | An overall well-balanced Ca…

An overall well-balanced California Cabernet with a strong intensity and variety of flavors. Ripe black plum, black cherry and blackberry are complemented well by notes of decadent chocolate and vanilla tones, leading to a smoky attitude on the finish with lingering scents of toasted cedar wood and sweet tobacco. Soft, mature tannins add a linear backbone and solid finish Done …

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lechecce has added a photo to the pool: The neck of the bottle…. Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/38070237@N06/53994685774/in/pool-17918700@N00

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Ovid: The winemaker’s perspective

Austin Peterson, winemaker at Ovid Napa Valley’s Ovid is a prized producer among premium California collectors. Established in 2000 by Mark Nelson and Dana Johnson, the iconic estate is now owned by the Duncan family, founders and owners of the leading American luxury wine brand Silver Oak. Decanter discusses the origins of Ovid’s vineyard and winery with winemaker Austin Peterson, …

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Leo Erazo: Inspired by Itata and Chile’s wild south

Leo Erazo among young vines on his property at Cobquecura The path that leads to Leonardo Erazo’s winery is narrow and slippery. The mud is thick from rain that has not stopped for almost a week, and the pine forests on both sides barely let in the light. I should have listened to Erazo when he told me to rent …

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Disznókó´ Furmint Tokaji Dry 2022 $20 (91 points)

Racy and mouthwatering, offering a fragrant overtone of petrol and ripe fruit that transitions to flavors of apple and mandarin orange peel, pineapple and dried mint, plus a touch of lanolin. Shows real drive and mineral character, with a well-spiced and persistent finish. Drink now through 2029. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 2,617 cases made. Source : 9d166722ec4bb4ea65764fe4d4780fd9

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Vinography Images: The Stones

A pair of old barrels are gradually becoming part of the stone architecture in Saint-Romain, the small village in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune region. Tucked up a side valley, Saint-Romain is known for its nervy whites and lean reds thanks to its cooler, shaded vineyards. However, it is perhaps best known for being the home of the famous Tonnellerie François …

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