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Daily Archives: October 2, 2024

Sonoma County Wine Celebration Raises $1.6 Million for Children’s Charities

When the final paddle was raised at the newly christened Sonoma County Wine Celebration and live auction last month, the Sonoma County Vintners Foundation (SCVF) had raised nearly $1.6 million for local charities. That’s up from last year’s $1.3 million total. The three-day event, which included a welcome reception and country-themed party, culminated with the live auction on Sept. 21, …

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Ready? Wine Collecting ChatBot

Ready? Wine Collecting ChatBot Source : https://www.wine-blog.org/index.php/2024/10/02/ready-wine-collecting-chatbot/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ready-wine-collecting-chatbot

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2019 Cascina Boschetti Gomba Barolo

Of course we had to scoop up this new Barolo the minute we saw it, especially at that $23.99 price point. That puts it in striking range of the always amazing, and fan favorite, Kirkland Barolo which is $19.99. Sometimes these inexpensive Barolos can be hit or miss, and luckily this one turned out to … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2019-cascina-boschetti-gomba-barolo/

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strange atmosphere

darkorohr has added a photo to the pool: kodak portra 400 scan with plustek 8100 Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/191138195@N03/54032188187/in/pool-52609756@N00

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Chardonne VD

Toemel has added a photo to the pool: Lavaux, Suisse Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/spectahuc/54030381361/in/pool-52609756@N00

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Ay (Marne, Champagne-Ardennes, Fr) – Pleine lumière

. En plena luz no somos ni una sombra.   *   A la pleine lumière, nous n’avons même pas d’ombre.   Antonio Porchia (Arg., 1885-1968)   *   Foto: Viñedo de Champagne – Colores otoñales, en Ay, cerca de Reims (Noreste de Francia)   *   Photo : Vignobles de Champagne à l’automne à Ay (Marne) Done Source : …

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Douro’s re(d)volution: The ascent of Portugal’s still red wines

Terraced vineyards alongside the Douro River. Portugal’s Douro Valley has long been celebrated for its fortified Port wines, but in recent years, a new contender has emerged – its still red wines. At the 2024 Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA), Douro reds achieved an impressive 12 Gold medals, setting a new record for the region. This milestone marks a significant …

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Decanter magazine latest issue: October 2024

Inside the October 2024 issue of Decanter magazine: FEATURES Bordeaux: What’s wrong, and how to fix it Andrew Jefford examines the great region’s ‘image problem’, and posits some possible remedies Decanter Hall of Fame: Susana Balbo Amanda Barnes profiles this year’s winner of our major award, and her global influence Decanter Rising Star: Pascaline Lepeltier Christina Rasmussen on a prominent …

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