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24May
2011: A HOT YEAR FOR BRUNELLO!
The Montalcino terroir dealt well with the heat and drought of the 2011 summer growing season. In fact Montalcino faired much better than its neighbor Chianti Classico. According to many…
27Apr
BOOMING BULGARIA
Although wines have been produced in Bulgaria for thousands of years, only recently, following the collapse of the communism regime, has a quality revolution been on the move. I recently…
11Apr
ST-JULIEN CHALLENGE TASTING REPORT
CH LAGRANGE vs CH LÉOVILLE BARTON In the center of the Haut-Médoc, the commune of St-Julien produces elegantly structured wines. With eleven (11) Crus Classés (Classification de 1855 du Haut-Médoc),…
Latest Suggestions
19Sep
Brouilly 2016 Beaujolais, G. Descombes
The 2016 Gamay reds from Beaujolais seduce with fresh red berry flavors and lively acidity. This lovely Brouilly from Descombes is typically light bodied and surprisingly flavorful.…
12Sep
Crozes-Hermitage 2016 Laurent Combier
This organic Crozes is from the excellent 2016 vintage. Lots of berry, smoke and animal scents. Medium bodied, this charming red displays refreshing acidity and perfect balance.…
06Sep
Les Galets Dorés 2017 Château Mourgues du Grès
A very flavorful and lingering organic southern white. The lovely blend is dominated by Roussanne (40%), Grenache (25%), and Vermentino (25%) with dabs of Marsanne (8%) and…