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Fontanafredda Briccotondo Barbera Piemonte DOC 2018. 250 acres of vineyards spread throughout Serralunga d’Alba, which is a cru site of Barolo. In 2009, Piedmont native Oscar Farinetti bought Fontanafredda and with this new ownership, sustainability became a special focus. Salentein Reserve Malbec 2018. SRP: $17.99.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

But rent a car and drive a few minutes in just about any direction from Funchal, the capital, and you’ll soon be immersed in a vineyard growing right on the edge of the sea, a centuries-old Catholic church, or the dramatic, mountainous landscape. What is Madeiran cuisine? Seafood forms the backbone of the traditional Madeiran diet.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Photo credit: Penny Weiss Cavit Pinot Noir IGT 2018 The grapes for this 100% Pinot Noir come from the vineyards of Provincia di Pavia in the Veneto region of northern Italy. Urbans-Hof Wiltinger Kabinett Riesling 2018 Wiltinger is a village located in the Saar valley of Germany. The vineyard is on a site called Schlangengraben.

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JANUARY 5, 2020

Developed by The Prisoner Wine Company’s Director of Winemaking Chrissy Wittmann and her winemaking team, the Unshackled portfolio offers a Red Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon and Rosé, each sourced from California’s Central Coast and North Coast wine growing regions.

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JULY 7, 2020

Fontanafredda Briccotondo Barbera Piemonte DOC 2018 Fontanafredda, whose origins date back to 1858, is a 305-acre estate located in the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy. 250 acres of vineyards spread throughout Serralunga d’Alba, which is a cru site of Barolo. The vineyard sits on 150 acres with vines that are 20+ years old.

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JUNE 6, 2020

So I was quite excited to taste this producer’s rosé The wine is a blend of 67% Syrah and 33% Mourvèdre grapes sourced from the stony limestone vineyards located in the hills above the bay of Marseille, next to Provence. The grapes for this wine are sourced from some of my favorite areas in Italy, Veneto and Sicily.

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The bottle is particularly special, as it is only released in years where the fruit is considered excellent. It’s certainly one that’s going to be drinking great for a long time.” And what made number one? The 2010 Marqués de Murrieta Rioja Castillo Ygay.

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Teaser: Special treats for Valentine's Day or a "just because" day! Ah yes, Valentine’s Day is the one day of the year that we make a point of celebrating romance, love and friendship by expressing our affection with cards, gifts and special dinners. Cantina Di Custoza Spumante Extra Dry, Garda DOC 2018.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Accompanying me on this trip are two very special bottles of Donnafugata wine. Photo credit: Penny Weiss Please click on “Donnafugata” from the menu on the right to learn about this winery, their vineyards throughout Sicily and numerous wine reviews.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Ah yes, Valentine’s Day is the one day of the year that we make a point of celebrating romance, love and friendship by expressing our affection with cards, gifts and special dinners. Domaine Bousquet Brut NV Chardonnay /Pinot Noir A delightful sparkling wine made with organic grapes sourced from the vineyards of Tupungato, Argentina.

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JULY 12, 2020

opened Woburn Winery, the first American, Black-owned vineyard and winery, in Virginia. Phil Long and his late wife Debra in Livermore Valley 2018, Photo Credit: Deborah Grossman. single vineyards. McBride Sisters Robin and Andrea in the vineyard. In 1940 John June Lewis Jr. Andre Hueston Mack of Maison Noir Wines.

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AUGUST 16, 2021

With fewer insurance options available to mitigate risk, certain contractual provisions dealing with casualties and potential smoke damage, take on new importance when parties are buying or selling wineries and vineyards in fire prone areas. According to The NPD Group, last year, consumers drank approximately 44.5

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NOVEMBER 28, 2022

If you are looking to dazzle your palate, celebrate a special occasion, or seek something beyond the usual wine gift this holiday season, consider these wines. The grapes are sourced from a single vineyard of 100-year-old vines, with fermentation and aging taking place in large French oak barrels. And what is inside is superb!

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JANUARY 2, 2022

Volver Tempranillo Single Vineyard 2018 Bodegas Volver was founded in 2004 by fourth generation viticulturist Rafael Cañizares. This 100% Tempranillo wine is sourced from a high-altitude (2000+ ft.) single vineyard called Finca Los Juncares, located in the eastern part of DO La Mancha, Spain.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2021

​World War 1 and II brought devastation to the vineyards, economy, and the downfall of sparkling wine in Germany. It is the same as above but with a minimum of 85% of the grapes sourced from one of Germany’s 13 wine regions. It can be made in the tank (minimum 90 days on yeast, 30 of those with continuous mixing).

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DECEMBER 15, 2021

Chardonnay represents approximately 70% of vineyards and (almost always) makes up 100% of Blanc de Blancs Champagnes, characterized by its exclusively white grape composition. acre vineyard adjacent to the winery purchased back in 1935 and largely considered one of the region’s most exceptional terroirs.

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