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Daily Archives: November 3, 2024

Exploring the Aglianico triangle

The Parco Urbano delle Cantine at Barile in Basilicata consists of ancient cavities dug into the tuff volcanic rock hillside, which are still used by many producers to store their Aglianico del Vulture wines. Across Campania and Basilicata, the Aglianico grape dominates all serious wine discussion. Thick-skinned and capable of long ageing, it’s southern Italy’s leading red variety and deserves …

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Xavier Ausàs: A personal journey into Ribera del Duero

Xavier Ausàs in the barrel room at his winery in Quintanilla de Onésimo The man behind the creation and consolidation of some of Spain’s most recognisable wines could have perhaps enjoyed an easy, early retirement, resting on the laurels earned during his long and successful tenure at Tempos de Vega Sicilia (TVS). However, in 2015, Xavier Ausàs decided to leave …

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Donkiesbaai Steen Piekenierskloof 2023 $34 (92 points)

Mouthwatering acidity provides linear drive for this sleek white, but at the same time, the flavors expand nicely on the palate, revealing an appealing range of baked apricot, pastry, honeycomb, vanilla and white blossom notes. Lightly salty and clean-cut on the finish. Drink now through 2029. 2,600 cases made, 12 cases imported. Source : aba9dd067e80a41ea86fce3851368620

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