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Daily Archives: November 23, 2024

Gimblett Gravels: From wasteland to celebrated wine region

Craggy Range vineyards near the Ngaruroro river. Little more than 150 years ago, the Gimblett Gravels Wine Growing District was completely under water. Prior to 1867, the now trademarked, highly sought-after sub-region of Hawke’s Bay was simply the Omahu channel of the Ngaruroro river. But that year, a flood moved the channel north to the other side of Roy’s Hill, …

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Terre del Barolo Barolo Undicicomuni Arnaldo Rivera 2020 $45 (93 points)

A vibrant and juicy red, exuding cherry, raspberry, floral and spice flavors. Accents of earth, tar and underbrush emerge as this winds down on the long aftertaste. This is harmonious and approachable now yet better in a few years. Best from 2027 through 2042. 4,200 cases made, 1,650 cases imported. Source : 798f37028010cde7496d01fd9f0031e0

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