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[ad_1] It is in just such a situation that scoring can be helpful. Wine adventurers, who come across unfamiliar sparkling wines priced at the same level as Champagne, may be given the reassurance they need to buy after seeing a high score given by a taster or outlet they hold in high regard. There’s no doubt that many consumers find …

[ad_1] Cantina Tramin vineyards Nestled in the dramatic landscapes of northeastern Italy, Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol is a region where winemaking is as deeply rooted as the towering Dolomites themselves. This region is known for its pristine mountain air, varied terroirs, a blend of Italian and Germanic influences, and elegance and precision in its wines. It’s uniquely split into two distinct identities: …

[ad_1] This is a bit of a rare situation. We’ve seen vintages go and come back, but we rarely see older vintages appear out of nowhere. Longtime readers will know that we are big fans of the Kirkland Brunello, especially the latest 2019 vintage that we went 93 points on. So at first glance we didn’t […] [ad_2] Source : …

[ad_1] Vineyards and hills of Sonoma County. Selecting a great bottle of wine can easily send shoppers down a rabbit hole, often much deeper than they ever intended. And what starts as a simple quest for a good pour can go horribly wrong if price is the only measure of a wine’s worth. Scroll down for notes and scores for …

[ad_1] Lemon, pear and apple flavors are crisp and vibrant, with notes of lemon verbena, lemon thyme and fresh ginger. Drink now. 165,000 cases made, 105,000 cases imported. [ad_2] Source : 3b5698f8370e165e7505403ecb3147fe

[ad_1] The group’s six estates are spread across Italy’s most prestigious wine regions. The most recently founded is Steinhaus in Alto Adige, established in 2017, while Fabio Motta in Bolgheri became the newest addition to the group in 2024. Both Steinhaus and Fabio Motta share the same philosophy, while adding a new dimension: modern styles of wine, including some from …

[ad_1] Rumors were out that the newest vintage of the Kirkland Chateauneuf-du-Pape was hitting stores, and we luckily found it on our last trip. As you can see in the photo below, it looks to be selling through pretty fast (and I didn’t see any more boxes below the display case). Good news right off the […] [ad_2] Source : …

[ad_1] A wide-ranging support plan for the EU wine sector has been proposed by the European Commission to deal with serious challenges facing producers, from climate change to balancing supply and demand. Proposals include payments for winemakers wishing to perform green harvesting, promotional support for wine exports, and greater investment support for wineries taking measures to adapt to climate change.  …

[ad_1] A look inside the historic Domaine Dugat-Py. Some Burgundy lovers think of Domaine Dugat-Py’s wines as almost fearsomely concentrated, but a careful tasting through the range shows wines of great sensitivity and elegance. Although current owner and winemaker Loïc Dugat-Py continues to honour the tradition of his father Bernard, he has adapted techniques in the vineyard and winery to …

[ad_1] Primitivo di Manduria vineyards The Primitivo di Manduria DOC was officially established in 1974, laying the foundations for one of Italy’s most prestigious wine denominations. Today, Primitivo di Manduria is a byword for quality and excellence as well as the unmistakable symbol of Puglia’s winemaking history and culture. The Primitivo di Manduria production area, located between the provinces of …

[ad_1] ‘I know it’s a cliché, but I think I ended up here because I was looking for roots. I was born in the United States, but left when I was four years old. My ancestors were from Germany and Poland, I grew up in Australia and Asia, went to high school in Australia, and didn’t go back to the …

[ad_1] A deeply aromatic red, offering orange peel, clove and singed bay leaf accents that meld with a taut core of sage-accented dried cherry and currant, adding loam, licorice and mineral traces near the finish. Lingers around firming tannins. Drink now through 2033. 15,000 cases made, 5,000 cases imported. [ad_2] Source : c2d0ceb1bb243d4c475885f70ecccdc5

[ad_1] Napa County has been biting the hand that feeds it for a long time. But now it seems intent upon dismembering the body itself. Under increased industry scrutiny and in the face of ongoing legal challenges, the Napa County Board of Supervisors has become even more rigid in its adherence to the letter of the deeply flawed and outdated …

[ad_1] Deliciousness from Domaine Bousquet, Mendoza Argentina is always wine worth exploring. I’m an avid buyer, and become excited whenever I’m invited to enjoy sample opportunities. The following wines from Domaine Bousquet were all samples.   Also worth noting, when I talk about delicious flavors, it’s only germane to my palate, so I can wax on […] The post Deliciousness …

[ad_1] Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I post them to my magazine on Flipboard, but for those of you who aren’t Flipboard-inclined, here’s everything I’ve strained out of the wine-related muck for the week. Andrew Jefford: ‘The progress Georgia has made in the last decade is astonishing’Insight …

[ad_1] The season 3 premiere episode of Wine Spectator’s Straight Talk podcast debuts with Occidental winemaker Catherine Kistler, who grew up with an in-house wine legend: California Chardonnay icon and also her dad, Steve. But Catherine came home to make Pinot Noir in 2017, and the father-daughter team landed at No. 2 on Wine Spectator’s 2023 Top 10 Wines of …

[ad_1] Arneis grapes on a vine in Piedmont. In Decanter magazine’s April 2025 issue, David Way writes about ‘Piedmont’s shifting focus’, which delves into the increase in plantings of white grape varieties in the Italian region and the reasons behind this change. He notes: ‘The quality of Piedmont’s white wines made with the likes of Cortese, Arneis, Timorasso, Erbaluce and …

[ad_1] The post Wine Reviews: Mini Round-Up for March 31, 2025 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 …

[ad_1] Poliziano is one of the largest and most successful family wineries in Montepulciano, it has 130 hectares (ha) of vines including two single vineyard Vino Nobiles in the Caggiole and Le Grazie Pieves located west of the town of Montepulciano. The winery is releasing its first Pieve wine this year, the Poliziano 2021 Le Caggiole Vino Nobile di Montepulciano …

[ad_1] Inside the Mazzei winery, where Siepi is made. New releases from some of Tuscany’s top wineries reflect both challenges and innovations in winemaking. Discover wines shaped by a unique growing season and evolving production techniques.  Notes and scores for the latest releases from Tuscany… [ad_2] Source : https://www.decanter.com/premium/tuscanys-top-tier-new-vintage-releases-553500/