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Pizza is one of Italy’s great culinary gifts to the world, with traditional pizza-twirling in Naples enshrined by UNESCO as a skill of intangible cultural heritage. Beer is sometimes seen as a classic go-to for pizza night, but there are many mouthwatering wines that can work brilliantly with a range of toppings if you’re planning to celebrate ‘the art of …

The 2023 harvest at Maison Bruno Paillard. ‘In July we expected bunches of 140g,’ said Bollinger cellar master Denis Bunner, ‘but at harvest they were averaging 200g – the record bunch is 1.2kg!’ Champagne’s system of supply management means that only the official yield – 11,400kg per hectare in 2023 – will be allowed to be turned into Champagne this …

Ronan Sayburn MS, Eugenio Egorov and Ben Gubbins tasted 105 wines, with 9 Outstanding and 32 Highly recommended. USA Chardonnay: Panel tasting scores 105 wines tasted Exceptional 0 Outstanding 9 Highly recommended 32 Recommended 50 Commended 8 Fair 6 Poor 0 Entry criteria: Producers and UK agents were invited to submit their latest-release, still, dry white wines made from 100% …

A minerally red, with smoke and iron notes underscoring flavors of baked cherry and strawberry preserves, red licorice, wild herbs and toast. Features fine, taut tannins that frame the juicy flavor range, with a well-spiced, persistent finish. Carignan, Grenache and Syrah. Drink now through 2030. 5,019 cases made, 500 cases imported. Source : 48faced7c151ec5e1a7ba9b7932c32f9

We heard from several readers that the Costco Wine Advent Calendar box for 2023 was at Costco so made a quick trip to the store looking for it, only to find a different, but very similar, box. So of course we had to pick it up for further exploration and to report back here. And … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/around-the-world-in-24-wines-box-same-as-new-2023-wine-advent-calendar/

A round, ripe version, with quince and ginger flavors layered with lime oil on the chalky-textured palate. There’s some real structure and poise to this, with fine-grained mineral elements on the medium-weight finish, backed by an appealing salted caramel note. Drink now through 2028. 8,000 cases made, 4,000 cases imported. Source : 708fd46bf7e6546d0fa17a1dc891b32e

The Pinot Noir in Kirkland’s wine portfolio can really be hit or miss. We’d say the Willamette Valley Pinot might be the most consistent. The Russian River is all over the place. This Carneros wine was a favorite for a while but came in a little lackluster with the last vintage. The prices do remain … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2021-kirkland-signature-carneros-pinot-noir/

We had a good feeling about this bottle, and it lived up to it all the way. A 2017 Ribera del Duero Reserva at Costco for $12.99. Love it. Fans of Spanish wines like Ribera, Toro or Rioja shouldn’t wait a second to scoop some of these up, especially at this price. We feel this … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2017-condado-de-oriza-ribera-del-duero-reserva/

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Just copy writing a great phrase. Made in American, Paid in America© September 24, 2023 Nothing gets done, unless there’s unison. For Geyserville, CA (9/24, 2023   The post COPY WRITTEN: Made in American, Paid in America© September 24, 2023 first appeared on Wine Blog. The post COPY WRITTEN: Made in American, Paid in America© September 24, 2023 appeared first …

We’re welcoming the one and only Sarah Jessica Parker in this episode of Wine Spectator‘s Straight Talk podcast. If you only know her as an award-winning actress and producer, let us show you her winemaking side! Host James Molesworth welcomes back senior editor MaryAnn Worobiec for a look at the New Zealand wine scene, and senior editor Bruce Sanderson tells …

Solvang, California. Auction houses have been upbeat on recent buyer demand for top California wines, but the global market picture for this US region looks mixed in 2023.

Hello and welcome to my weekly dig through the pile of wine samples that show up asking to be tasted. I’m pleased to bring you the latest installment of Vinography Unboxed, where I highlight some of the better bottles that have crossed my doorstep recently. This week included the latest set of sparkling wine releases from Raventos i Blanc, the …

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Mezzacorona’s long-standing commitment to sustainability has driven the company’s philosophy since its inception in 1904. Following a holistic approach that has placed equal focus on the environment, operational and social components of sustainable practices, Mezzacorona has led its members on an ongoing quest to value the unique landscape of Trentino, of which they are privileged custodians. Mezzacorona’s shared effort has …

Just-picked Napa Cabernet Sauvignon drops into the hopper on the way to the sorting table at Anomaly Vineyards in St. Helena, California. This year, most Napa Cabernet is still on the vine waiting to ripen, with many anticipating harvest dates in October or even November. INSTRUCTIONS:Download this image by right-clicking on the image and selecting “save link as” or “save …

A while back I published some thoughts on Montefalco Sagrantino. “But what about Paolo Bea!?” cried many people in response to the conspicuous absence of those wines from my report. What about Paulo Bea, indeed. Some people, we say, seem comfortable in their own skin. To me, this expression captures an interesting mix of characteristics: a modicum of confidence, a …

Giovanni Geddes, CEO of Frescobaldi and Ornellaia, yesterday announced his retirement. ‘At 78 years old last July it’s time to stop working,’ he said on the sidelines of the 15th edition of Ornellaia Vendemmia d’Artista in Venice. ‘Last Sunday, I left home at 4.30am to fly to New York and I returned yesterday [Wednesday] to be here in Venice. I …

Steve Dutton and Dan Goldfield have collaborated in making some of the Russian River’s finest wines since 1998. The source of most of their fruit is the Dutton Ranch, owned by the Dutton Family and comprised of over 1150 acres of vines spread over 80 non-contiguous parcels, mostly in Green Valley in the southwest corner of the Russian River Valley. …

Ceretto is one of Piedmont’s renowned wineries, a family-run institution that was founded in the 1930s by Riccardo Ceretto. Today, the business-savvy family has branched out into new areas of business including the supply of Piedmont hazelnuts and a confectionary company selling nougat. In more recent times the family has expanded into hospitality overseeing two restaurants in the region, including …