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“Family, History & Heritage” - Domaine des Graves d’Ardonneau

The Wine Knitter

” In addition to export management, traveling, and arranging wine tastings, she works in the vineyards, helps her older brother in the cellar, and even drives the forklift. Laurent studied at the Faculty of Oenology in Bordeaux and joined the Domaine in 2006 as a winemaker. “I go where I’m needed,” Fanny said.

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?? Lugana Wine

A Wine Story

Beyond maturation, each of the six Lugana wines had a slightly different taste profile depending on the vineyard soil. The Soils Most vineyards feature dense mineral-rich clay soil, mostly glacial moronic. Vineyards are in the clay soil on the southern shores of Garda Lake. Racy acidity characterized yet all the Lugana wines.

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?? Lugana Wine

A Wine Story

Beyond maturation, each of the six Lugana wines had a slightly different taste profile depending on the vineyard soil. The Soils Most vineyards feature dense mineral-rich clay soil, mostly glacial moronic. Vineyards are in the clay soil on the southern shores of Garda Lake. Racy acidity characterized yet all the Lugana wines.

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Vineyards In My Backyard!

The Wine Knitter

The vineyards here benefit from moderating influences of the Atlantic Ocean, Long Island Sound, and Peconic Bay, creating minimum fluctuation in temperatures, extending the growing season, and allowing the grapes to develop more complexity and acidity. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot. Alcohol: 12.5% Alcohol: 13.3%

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Good Food Guide Awards 2020 #poweredbykounta

Kounta

The Aboriginal philosophy to heal and be healed by the land and to always give back more than you take, strongly influences Zonfrillo’s culinary philosophy. The Fogartys, together with their children John, Mark and Anna, planted the first vines, making the vineyard a true labour of love. Image credit: Qantas Insider.

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A Splash Of Pink!

The Wine Knitter

Photo courtesy of Château d'Esclans In 2006, Sacha Lichine purchased the property. The vineyards are parallel to the Mediterranean coast and influenced by the fresh sea air of the French Riviera. Château d’Esclans is an enchanting property situated in the heart of Provence, France, northeast of St.

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Alentejo, A Magical Wine Region

The Wine Knitter

Mostly, Alentejo enjoys a typically Mediterranean climate with some Atlantic influence. The wines produced here come in a range of styles, influenced by the diversity of the climate and soil. Paulo Laureano Vinhos ​ View of vineyards at Paulo Laureano Vinhos. ” Paulo purchased 100 hectares in Vidigueira in 2006.

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