In 1990, on a sleepy corner of Lower Manhattan’s Tribeca neighborhood, chef and restaurateur Drew Neiporent (the force behind fine dining venues Montrachet and Nobu) and Academy Award-winning actor Robert De Niro caused a stir with the opening of Tribeca Grill. In the decades that followed, the Wine Spectator Grand Award winner’s dining room would be filled with Hollywood stars, …
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2021 Quinta Do Portal Douro Reserva
Every time we see a Portuguese bottle hit Costco shelves we pick it up immediately. It might be the best “bang for the buck” region in the wine world today. This bottle was a particularly fun find for us. We’ve reviewed a couple of this producer’s less expensive bottles in the past, and they were […] Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2021-quinta-do-portal-douro-reserva/
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Read More »Wine delivery in New York: Five affordable options
Whether you are planning a party, restocking your cellar or looking for a hassle-free way to enjoy your favourite bottle, there’s no shortage of options for wine delivery in New York. This guide highlights five standout options to help you navigate the sea of services and spells out why each is unique. Marketview Liquor If you’re wondering where to buy …
Read More »A night out in Melbourne
dw*c has added a photo to the pool: LME Downunder at the Palais Ballroom Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/dianeworland/32786042008/in/pool-17918700@N00
Read More »Penfolds unveils Grange La Chapelle
Grange La Chapelle South Australian winery Penfolds and Domaine de la Chapelle in France’s Rhône Valley have teamed up to release a groundbreaking blend of French Syrah and Australian Shiraz. Grange La Chapelle was created by Peter Gago, chief winemaker at Penfolds, and Caroline Frey, chief winemaker and vigneron of Domaine de la Chapelle. The wine, from the 2021 vintage, …
Read More »California 2024 wine grape crush may be lowest in 20 years
California’s red and white wine grape crush from the 2024 harvest was 2.844 million tonnes, excluding raisin and table grapes, said a preliminary report from the US Department of Agriculture published 10 February. That is down on 3.685 million tonnes in 2023, albeit yields vary between producers and areas. Winemakers in several parts of California have praised the expected quality …
Read More »Eight new estates upgraded to top of Cru Bourgeois classification as 2025 results revealed
Taking effect from the 2025 vintage, there are now 170 estates that made it into the 2025 classification down from 249 in 2020 – a decrease of 37.7%. They include 14 Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, 36 Cru Bourgeois Supérieur and 120 Cru Bourgeois. More demanding selection criteria The decrease in overall numbers could be accounted for by the difficult market conditions …
Read More »Spanish Icons: Muga, Prado Enea Gran Reserva
Muga, Prado Enea Gran Reserva, Rioja First vintage: 1969 Only produced in exceptional vintages, Prado Enea uses a selection of the best and later-harvested grapes from Muga’s plots on the northwestern edge of Rioja Alta, at around 500m-600m. Its ageworthiness and laidback classicism have made it – vintage variation notwithstanding – one of the safest and best-valued options among investment-worthy …
Read More »Armenia Debut at Wine Paris 2025
As many of you may have gathered, I have wanderlust. My favorite subjects in school were Geography first, followed by History. Although, I did have one history teacher whose voice was so melodic, I slept through her classes. Perhaps it was because she personally knew my mother, so she let it happen. I’m thinking that […] The post Armenia Debut at Wine Paris …
Read More »Southern Right Pinotage Cape Coast 2022 $35 (91 points)
A vibrant red, with a core of ripe mulberry, raspberry and boysenberry fruit flavors. Light, supple tannins and lively acidity provide fine definition for the medium-bodied frame, and notes of violet, thyme, anise and iron linger on the finish. Drink now through 2030. 3,075 cases made, 880 cases imported. Source : 8f2621c2e05ef1af77a462fb2a2b72b2
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