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[ad_1] We’re big fans of wines from Justin. They are one of those dependable names that consistently deliver a good wine for the money. We’ve reviewed several vintages of the Justin Cabernet for this site, and their higher end Isosceles bottling is a favorite, but this is the first time we’ve seen the Sauvignon Blanc at […] [ad_2] Source : …

[ad_1] If you want to be able to get around, you gotta maintain your car. If you want to make wine, you’ve gotta maintain your barrels and your tanks. Whether you’re simply tuning them up, or rebuilding them completely, you need the tools of the trade. What are they? Don’t ask me, but a couple of them look like hammers. …

[ad_1] Pepe Raventós. The road to where Pepe Raventós is now is neither obvious nor straightforward. Born into one of Catalonia’s most storied wine families – linked to the very origin of the region’s sparkling wine tradition – he didn’t set out to become the heir of his family’s legacy. But a combination of business challenges, a sense of duty …

[ad_1] Fruit-forward and jammy, with supple raspberry and blueberry flavors accented by licorice and pepper. Drink now through 2030. 18,000 cases made. [ad_2] Source : ab11d3ac4014e8fc0b2f5fb83720a272

[ad_1] After a full-on month of new-vintage reviews, we take a breath in February. It’s a short breath (as it’s a short month), but hopefully more than enough time to properly digest the new vintages of Burgundy and Brunello we brought you in January. There’s still plenty to get your teeth into, though, in what I am calling ‘Fine Wine …

[ad_1] Harvesting Sauvignon Blanc grapes at Cullen Wines Outside of Bordeaux, there aren’t many wine regions producing Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc blends, yet this white wine is a hallmark of Margaret River. Perhaps it’s due to the incredible heights to which Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay have risen that the region’s white Bordeaux blends are tucked away in their shadows.  Notes and scores …

[ad_1] Luke O’Cuinneagain(credit: drwinkler) Vergelegen is one of South Africa’s most historic vineyards dating from 1700 when Governor Van der Stel established his estate in what is now Somerset West and immediately began planting vines. Anglo-American purchased the estate in 1987 and began to re-establish the vineyards as well as remove alien vegetation and establish a 1900 ha nature preserve. …

[ad_1] Vega Sicilia, Unico, Ribera del Duero First vintage: 1915 The fact that Vega Sicila became, in 2024, the first Spanish winery to lead Liv-ex’s Power 100 ranking is mostly due to the enduring and increasing investment appeal of its flagship wine, Unico (Spanish for ‘unique’). With origins dating back to 1864, Vega Sicilia was founded by Don Eloy Lecanda …

[ad_1] Vibrant, aromatic and intense, with lemongrass, lemon balm and grilled lemon flavors up front giving way to supple expressions of lemon curd, mango puree and lime sherbet. Mouthwatering acidity keeps everything in focus, with extra passion fruit grace notes, ginger accents and a hint of green tea. Drink now. 2,546 cases made. [ad_2] Source : 31c285b60627774493d6523f8952514d

[ad_1] Katie and Michael MorrisonWork begins on Scotland’s most westerly distillery Construction has begun on a new distillery in Castlebay on the Isle of Barra in the Outer Hebrides. The £12m project will be Scotland’s most westerly distillery and is scheduled to open in October 2026. Husband and wife team Michael and Katie Morrison founded The Isle of Barra Distillers …

[ad_1] Harvesting Pinot Noir grapes in Yarra Valley, Victoria. In Victoria, Australia, a new generation of talented winemakers is boldly re-evaluating the state’s key wine regions. With the aim of capturing more refined expressions from specific vineyards, they are introducing exciting twists to classic wine styles – producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of great finesse – and previously unheralded grape …

[ad_1] What’s happening: Not long after expanding Nancy Silverton’s Italian gem Osteria Mozza to Washington, D.C., restaurateur Stephen Starr announced last week that he purchased an Italian dining landmark in Manhattan, Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca, along with its less-expensive neighborhood sibling Lupa, from the Bastianich family. Why it matters: One-time star chef Mario Batali opened the restaurant in the West Village …

[ad_1] The post “Making New Wines for the Next Generation” (Getting Reacquainted with Kopke Ports) appeared first on 1 Wine Dude. Kopke‘s Port Master Blender Carla Tiago is quite resolved to the fact that she may never taste, in their final form, some of the wines she is working on now, because she might be dead by the time that …

[ad_1] Making quality wines in Salta might once have been considered rebellious, even heroic. Today, faced with climate change, winemakers around the world are looking to alternative terroirs, at altitudes and latitudes once deemed too challenging and extreme. In this context, Salta stands out as a region ahead of its time. In the far northwest of Argentina, bordering Bolivia to …

[ad_1] It’s impossible to will, or proclaim, the creation of an icon. Any Hollywood talent agent worth their salt will tell you as much. And yet, when achieved, icon status is undisputable. So what does the process of becoming an icon entail? What makes the 10 Spanish wines we’ve chosen worthy of the description? The answer is never straightforward. Producers …

[ad_1] With so many bottles lining the shelves it can be hard to know where to begin in seeking out great-value red wine. Scroll down to see notes and scores for 20 great-value red wines Our selection comprises celebrated names, powerhouse regions and notable grape varieties as well as a few off-the-beaten-path picks, all offering a fantastic price-quality ratio. The …

[ad_1] Chalksole Manor includes 2.8 hectares (6.89 acres) of vineyards. Chalksole Manor in East Kent lies in one of the key regions for English sparkling wine production and the property comes with a 2.8-hectare (6.89 acres) vineyard.  It has been listed for sale with a guide price of £3.3m, according to estate agency BTF Partnership. An aerial view of Chalksole …