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Latest Columns

18 January 2023 in Chronicles

Hidden Bench Winery Profile

Hidden Bench Winery: This high quality winery was founded in 2003 by the owner, Harald Thiel. Located in the heart of the Beamsville Bench sub-appellation of Niagara, Hidden Bench focuses…
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4 October 2022 in Chronicles

California vs Bordeaux Tasting Report

Comparative blind tasting of Napa Valley reds versus Crus Classés from Bordeaux always attract wine aficionados. As is often the case such blind tastings often reveal surprising results. This high quality…
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5 May 2022 in Chronicles

Tasting Report: Bordeaux 2018

Many French wine regions excelled in 2018. The Bordeaux region is one of the major success stories of this sun soaked vintage. This hot growing season produced ripe concentrated reds…
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Latest Suggestions

29 October 2026 in Suggestions

Frappato 2022 Terre Siciliana, Caruso & Minini

A lovely example of Frappato from the vineyard Terre di Giumara, a dried up ancient rocky riverbed. Deep ruby colour. The nose reveals some ripe cherry enhanced by charming floral…
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22 October 2026 in Suggestions

Aguirrebeko 2024 Bizkaiako Txakolina, Bodega Berroja

Looking for something different? Try this very unusual Spanish white from a rather original blend of Hondarrabi (Courbu) 85%, Riesling (10%) and Petit Courbu (5%). The Txakoli mention announces a…
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30 September 2026 in Suggestions

Château Clarke 2019 Listrac-Médoc

From the outstanding 2019 vintage, this left bank Bordeaux is a must for the fan of the region. A lovely blend of Merlot (70%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (30%) that is…
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