Preparing for winter dormancy, vines in Burgundy watch quietly as the colors change around them in the late autumn. Burgundy (and much of France) has had a particularly challenging harvest this year after a very cold and wet growing season beset with mildew and other disease issues. Yields are expected to be down 25% or more. INSTRUCTIONS:Download this image by …

Here’s a new Albarino at Costco and boy are we glad we scooped this one up. This is perhaps the best Albarino we’ve ever bought at Costco (and a top pick even elsewhere). Costco’s price is only $11.99, which is fantastic for these Rias Baixas whites that seem to just keep going up in price. … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2022-ethereo-albarino-rias-baixas/

Shiraz Central – winery in the Pyrenees in Victoria, Australia The 2024 vision of Australian Shiraz is both surprising and exciting – and innovative producers in the country’s southeast are demonstrating the versatility of styles and expressions that can be made in this first-rate region. To explore what’s happening within this dynamic sector, you’ll need to visit Victoria, Australia’s second-smallest …

Japanese whisky enthusiasts will recognise Nikka – one of Japan’s most respected and long-standing distilleries. Founded in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, who was inspired by Scotch whisky, Nikka has spent 90 years perfecting its craft. At this year’s Decanter Fine Wine Encounter (DFWE) in Singapore, Diego Araud, director of La Maison du Whisky, will lead a tasting of five unique …

Sauska Cellar, Tokaj. In partnership with Wines of Hungary The mighty Danube as it divides Buda from Pest. Historic Art Nouveau architecture, grand coffee houses and decadent Turkish baths. Be?la Barto?k, Ferenc Puska?s. All indisputably Hungarian icons – but volcanoes? Yes indeed, Hungary is dominated by a volcanic landscape whose impact is key to the character of the country’s wines. …

Women taking part in the study reported a greater intention to purchase a wine when it had ‘feminine’ cues on its label, researcher said.  This effect was enhanced the more strongly participants identified with other women – something known as ‘in-group identification’, said researchers from Washington State University (WSU), writing in the International Journal of Hospitality Management. Feminine cues were …

Agave field in Yagul Valley, Oaxaca, Mexico In a sun-kissed valley of Oaxaca, southern Mexico, Luis Niño de Rivera pulls a machete from his pocket and starts to hack a large agave plant with intimidating precision. Cutting away the leaves, or pencas, he’s after the piña, the heart of the plant. Once cooked, fermented and distilled, it will become mezcal, …

Four wine styles to consider for a risotto recipe: Aromatic whites, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Bacchus High acid Italian white wines, such as Pinot Grigio or Pecorino Unoaked Chardonnay Light red wines, such as Gamay or Pinot Noir The first rule when making risotto is to avoid using cheap cooking wines, says food writer Pete Dryer. He’s talking about those sub-£7 supermarket …

An easy-drinking red, with light tannins and a well-spiced mix of ripe cherry and plum fruit accented by licorice, dried thyme and iron notes. Tempranillo and Garnacha. Drink now. 58,000 cases made, 10,000 cases imported. Source : 33f640fe852477b9ad6bcb10fbdc3fa9

These are the Best Incoming Emails for this week.   43rd Annual Dan Berger’s International Wine Competition I’m beginning with my ‘ole pal Dan Berger, at Vintage Wine Experiences. Dan and I have a lot of history in wine, basically since the early 90s. The 43rd Annual Dan Berger’s International Wine Competition is worthy of […] The post Best Press …

This white is as fresh and clean as a mountain stream. Peach, white flower, sage and stony mineral flavors ride a wave of vibrant acidity to the long, salty finish. Drink now through 2029. 1,700 cases made, 800 cases imported. Source : 999640396e8287db3c9f15a9a3fa9e37

Leading chef and humanitarian José Andrés is always working. But if he chooses to rest, at least he’ll have a new place to do so once he opens his first hotel, the Bazaar House, in the heart of the Georgetown historic district in Washington, D.C. Announced in late September, the boutique hotel will open in 2027 with 67 rooms and …

The post Prosecco, Large and Small (Postcard from Asolo Prosecco, Part 3) appeared first on 1 Wine Dude. [ This is Part 3 of a series detailing my media jaunt to Italy’s Asolo Prosecco Superiore. Check out Part 1 and Part 2). ] The Asolo Prosecco Superiore region offers some interesting contrasts, perhaps none so obvious as that between the …

Bottles of wine from Sainsbury’s with food The latest Sainsbury’s tasting showcased bottles from its autumn/winter 2024 range – including 35 new listings – that are ideal for seasonal drinking. They run from hearty warming reds such as Argentinian Malbec  and Rioja to full-bodied Chardonnays and fizzes that are perfect for festive celebrations. You’ll also find food-friendly bottles that are …

Lorraine Leheny and Warren Gibson A young winemaker couple: one Kiwi, one Australian, both born under the star sign Libra. Both had a deep love of Italy and shared a dream of making their own wine. Work had taken them around the globe, but a job in New Zealand called them home. They lost no time in securing land and …

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Spain / Canary Islands / Africa   Viniculture on Lanzarote is a hard job and You will not have huge yields, but the wines are extraordinary and worthwile.   [EXPLORE – 2013-08-08]   Album of Spain (Canary Islands): www.flickr.com/photos/tabliniumcarlson/albums/72157719902…     Done Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/tabliniumcarlson/9464573053/in/pool-17918700@N00

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