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Monthly Archives: November 2024

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Roger Elliott Photo has added a photo to the pool: Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/roger_elliott_photography/49481566837/in/pool-52609756@N00

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iain.davidson100 has added a photo to the pool: 21st Century pyramid among the vineyards of southern Queensland Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/23766603@N07/2576530989/in/pool-52609756@N00

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Emphasize Wine for Dimensions

A Dimensional Walk In Distribution In the United States, we have a three tier sales system of wine; however when the US brings in imports, it becomes four tiers of wine sales, so this story is about emphasizing wine dimensions. My intent is to emphasize a fourth dimension of wine, even though in America, we […] The post Emphasize Wine …

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An Accused Russian Counterfeiter and Burgundy Bottles Filled with Italian Wine

The alleged mastermind of a multi-million dollar wine counterfeiting gang was conducting a transaction with a shady printer at Milan’s Malpensa airport when the Italian Carabinieri moved in and arrested him on Sept. 26. At the exact same moment in multiple locations in France and Italy, various law enforcement officers launched raids and arrested five collaborators. It was the culmination …

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Walls’ hidden gems: Domaine La Cabotte in Massif d’Uchaux

Marie-Pierre Plumet d’Ardhuy of Domaine la Cabotte. Côtes du Rhône Villages is well known for offering great value for money, not just for France but throughout the world. There is however a tactic you can employ to further maximise bang for buck if you’re in search of a bargain. Firstly, select a top-performing ‘named village’. There are currently 21 of …

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Maison Martell to offer 72 year-old Cognac at Christie’s sale

Christie’s next online sale of fine and rare wines and spirits will take place from 22 November to 6 December. Among the many lots – many from the cellars of Raby Castle – is one consigned by Cognac house Martell. Drawn from its selection of over 1,000 eaux-de-vies, the house has selected a 72 year-old Grande Champagne Cognac, itself a …

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Piedmont’s signature standouts: Exploring Nebbiolo and new horizons

Platinum medal winner Fontanafredda’s estate in Piedmont Piedmont, in Italy’s northwest, is a prolific source of high-quality, distinctive wines, boasting more than 20 of its own grape varieties that reflect the region’s rich diversity. As one of Italy’s vinous powerhouses, Piedmont consistently excels at the Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA), showcasing not only its iconic wines but also its expanding …

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2021 Trimbach Riesling Alsace

It’s been several years since we’ve seen this Riesling from Trimbach in Costco stores. And it’s too bad because it’s a delicious find from a consistently strong producer. We’ve enjoyed countless bottles from Trimbach over the years; this Riesling of course but also their Pinot Blanc; and then if you climb up in price, their … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2021-trimbach-riesling-alsace/

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2024 Costco Wine Thanksgiving Picks

It’s already that time of the year, and we’re sure that many of you are planning for the big meal. If you’re reading this site, we imagine wine for Thanksgiving is also on your mind. Costco is a great place to stock up. We always put together this annual list for Thanksgiving, trying to highlight … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2024-costco-wine-thanksgiving-picks/

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Wine Reviews: Mini Round-Up for November 11, 2024

The post Wine Reviews: Mini Round-Up for November 11, 2024 appeared first on 1 Wine Dude. I taste a bunch-o-wine (technical term for more than most people). So each week, I share some of my wine reviews (mostly from samples) and tasting notes in a “mini-review” format. They are meant to be quirky, fun, and (mostly) easily-digestible reviews of (mostly) …

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Editors’ picks – November 2024

Offbeat England Sylvia Wu English and Welsh vineyards offer many more grape varieties than just the Champagne trio and Bacchus – a fact I’m reminded of every year at the WineGB tasting, where the hunt for what’s new is always rewarded. Biddenden’s speciality, Ortega, displays citrussy, refreshing charm as a sweet wine (try the Late Harvest 2018, £122/ 37.5cl Bibbenden), …

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Kejuaraan Dunia Atletik: Atlet Indonesia Raih Emas di Final

Kejuaraan Dunia Atletik: Atlet Indonesia Raih Emas di Final ini mencatatkan sejarah yang membanggakan bagi Indonesia. Dalam salah satu final yang paling ditunggu, seorang atlet Indonesia berhasil merebut medali emas, mengharumkan nama bangsa di panggung internasional. Pencapaian ini menjadi bukti betapa kerasnya perjuangan dan dedikasi yang telah dilakukan para atlet Indonesia dalam mempersiapkan diri untuk kompetisi global. Kejuaraan Dunia Atletik: …

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Chianti Classico launches free online course

The Chianti Classico Massive Online Open Course is aimed at sommeliers, wine professionals, journalists and wine enthusiasts. Anyone can sign up for the course, which is divided into five modules consisting of short and engaging videos. Leading experts have provided these video lessons, including Decanter contributor Michaela Morris, Michael Godel, Alessandro Masnaghetti, Jeff Porter, Gabriele Gorelli MW and Leonardo Romanelli. …

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Wine investment: Legendary wines shine at auction

Legendary wines have gone under the hammer during the auction houses’ autumn sales season, from Hong Kong to the US. Château Mouton Rothschild 1945, a Decanter Wine Legend, was the top-selling lot at the Christie’s Epic Cellar II auction in Hong Kong in early October. Twelve bottles in their original wooden case (OWC) sold for HK$1.25m (£123,321), including buyer’s premium …

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Tim Kriket India Berjaya, Menang di Final Asia Cup 2024

Tim Kriket India Berjaya, Menang di Final Asia Cup 2024 di kancah kriket internasional setelah meraih kemenangan gemilang di final Asia Cup 2024. Dalam pertandingan yang penuh ketegangan dan drama, India berhasil mengalahkan tim lawan dengan performa luar biasa, meraih gelar juara Asia Cup yang ke-9, dan membuktikan status mereka sebagai salah satu kekuatan utama dalam dunia kriket. Tim Kriket …

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Istria unearthed: Treasured truffles

Finding truffles in Istria The Istrian peninsula – the largest in the Adriatic – has for centuries been a meeting point of cultures and linguistic identities. Today, the vast majority of Istria lies within Croatia, with a small area in Slovenia and an even smaller one within Italy. Its history includes periods as part of Yugoslavia, Italy, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, …

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Market Watch: SuperTuscans in the spotlight

Sassicaia wines in a masterclass at the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter in London in 2022. Core SuperTuscan wines have proved relatively resilient to a fine wine market downturn in the past couple of years, according to fresh data that is discussed in the Market Watch section of Decanter magazine’s November 2024 issue. Themonthly Market Watch pages are sponsored by international …

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Isu Referendum Kemerdekaan Memanas di Wilayah Timur

Isu Referendum Kemerdekaan Memanas di Wilayah Timur di wilayah timur Indonesia kembali mencuat dan semakin memanas dalam beberapa tahun terakhir. Seruan untuk melakukan referendum guna menentukan nasib sendiri, terutama di Papua dan wilayah sekitarnya, semakin menguat. Gerakan ini dipicu oleh ketidakpuasan terhadap kebijakan pusat, ketimpangan pembangunan, serta berbagai masalah sosial-politik yang dianggap tidak mendapatkan perhatian serius dari pemerintah. Seiring dengan …

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