A Wine Story

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Recently, at a press dinner for the leading journalists of the world, our host served Sauternes with dessert. The unique weather of the Sauternes region allows Noble Rot to proliferate throughout the vineyard that helps ripe grape to desiccate, concentrating its sugars. But times change. Madame Janin would not be pleased.

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APRIL 19, 2022

Globally, more wineries than ever before are contributing their efforts to maintain sustainable practices in the vineyard and wine production. The world’s most wide-ranging wine sustainability code, SCWI, has served as an inspiration for numerous other countries and wine regions. Conserving Biodiversity in the vineyards 4.

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APRIL 1, 2020

From Dow’s Quinta do Bomfim to the home of Graham’s , Quinta dos Malvedos, we tasted the Symington’s four port brands and their newer dry wines, walked the vine rows, and explored the vineyard estates.?. Charles and his team focus on the micro-terroir of small vineyard blocks. Photo credit: Deborah Grossman.

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JULY 29, 2022

My last article about Abruzzo was an introduction to this amazing wine region in Italy. 10 km to the east is the Adriatic Sea, and 10 km to the west are the slopes of the Majella massif, making it a perfect setting for the vineyards here. If you missed it, here is the link. ” This area is a haven for viticulture.

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A Wine Story

MAY 27, 2020

And if you were going to serve it at a dinner party, what foods would pair best with it? What I liked best about the book is that MacNeil takes you to vineyards all over the world. Read up on the wines you’ll be serving and surprise your guests with some fun, colorful facts about the wine. What grape is the wine made from?

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JANUARY 2, 2023

After being without a winery and vineyards of his own, winemaker and producer of award-winning wines, António Maçanita purchased the property in 2016 and began restorations. The estate has 126 hectares of land and 33 hectares of vineyards. A more focused article will be forthcoming.

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OCTOBER 30, 2022

I’ve compiled some tasty "hallowines" from past articles and a few spine-tingling stories to share on this spooky but fun holiday! Today, their son John and daughter Julie are the the estate proprietors, and Julie’s husband, Pat Garvey, is the vineyard director and proprietor. Serve well chilled. Alcohol: 17.5%

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JANUARY 29, 2023

Count Francesco Marone Cinzano Photo courtesy of Col d'Orcia In May 2022, I wrote an article about Col D’Orcia based on a tasting with the Count, which took place earlier that year. Here is an excerpt from the article to bring you up to speed about this most iconic winery and region. By 2013 all wines were certified organic.

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JULY 29, 2021

So, with enthusiasm and determination, Rrustem returned to Kosovo with the Gecaj family and purchased the NBI Rahoveci winery renaming it Stone Castle Vineyards and Winery. Before the war, Kosovo had over 9000 hectares of vineyards with over a 2000 year history of winemaking. In 2008, Kosovo was recognized as an independent state.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

However, today my article focuses on Vittoria, explaining why this is such a special part of Sicily and introducing a few of its wineries. Documentation shows that around the third century BC, an official deed showed the sale of a wine vineyard of one hectare proving evidence of viticulture in the Ragusa region.

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A Wine Story

MAY 19, 2020

In contrast: Ribera del Duero red wine vineyards are at a much higher elevation, giving the wines higher, more refreshing acidity. To take advantage of their high elevation vineyards and special terroir, they have been lavish with the use of new French oak. This serves to close off all oxygen and give the blend a very good aroma.

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MAY 13, 2022

Gently rolling hills dominate the landscape of Tuscany, famous for its medieval towns, wine vineyards, striking cathedrals, and the birthplace of renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Leonardo da Vinci. The village of Montalcino sits high up on a hill with vineyards sloping down into the valley.

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A Wine Story

MAY 18, 2022

My dad and uncle Fili worked in the vineyards on weekends, and I helped out as a kid. And no doubt, some remain buried deep in the earth, perhaps near the Tenuta di Artimino vineyards itself. After choosing the first course, they served guests a delicious entrée and dessert at the table. How did the professor get there? “It

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JUNE 13, 2022

I just read a Bloomberg article about 11 Madison Park, one of my favorite restaurants in the world, saying that they may not reopen. It also serves to connect you with other team members and vendors in a more meaningful way. I could serve any wine that I wanted from anywhere in the world. Donald Burns: Yeah, I saw that.

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JUNE 28, 2021

With thirteen wine regions and over 102,000 hectares of vineyards, Germany boasts the world’s largest vineyard area of 23,000 hectares dedicated to Riesling! More than half of all the vineyard areas in the Mosel, Rheingau, and Mittelrhein are planted with Riesling. For this article, we will explore the traditional system.

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JUNE 1, 2024

Alentejo Photo credit: Penny Weiss I wrote many articles about Alentejo before my visit and several articles after returning. Or jump to this article for a quick introduction. They have over 450 hectares of vineyards with 194 grape varieties planted on the estate, of which 37 are in full production.

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A Wine Story

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Sweet Moscato: When To Serve? Welcome visitors to your home with sweet Moscato wine served in an elegant fluted glass, like Champagne. You can even serve sweet Moscato at lunch or dinner to pair with items served with the main meal. See my recipe for a vegetarian friendly Robiolo cheese entrée at the end of this article.

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APRIL 4, 2022

Still, Sicily takes first place for the number of vineyards in a region. So I will tame the beast for now, and if you seek more information, please check out my “many” articles on Sicily from the menu on the right. SRP: $45 for a 375ml bottle Pairings: Enjoy as an aperitif or serve with cheese and dessert.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Today it is owned by the Asseily family, who purchased the property in 2006 Château Biac Photo credit: Penny Weiss I had the pleasure of visiting Château Biac a few months ago, and an article about this delightful family and their impressive wines will be coming soon! Alcohol: 13% SRP: $89 Serve chilled.

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A Wine Story

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Roman soldiers planted vineyards as they built roads in what we now know as Southwest France. The Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Pyrenees mountain range frame the French Malbec vineyards. For simplicity, producers group vineyards into three key categories: The vallée, the coteaux, and the limestone plateau.

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JANUARY 15, 2023

About 25% of the wineries are organic, which is about 18% of the vineyards, with many of the wineries converting to biodynamics. The grapes are handpicked and sourced from vineyards with morainal, gravelly, calcareous, and alluvial soils. Serve with meat, risotto, fish, light stews, or cheese.

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JUNE 14, 2022

The rising demand for convenient, portable, and single-serve beverages is the key driver for the market growth.” The fruit for both wines is from the 2021 harvest sourced from vineyards in Tupungato, Alto Gualtallary, at 4000 ft. In addition to premium single-serve wines, premium boxed wines are also gaining popularity.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The grapes are sourced from a single vineyard of 100-year-old vines, with fermentation and aging taking place in large French oak barrels. Alcohol: 14% SRP: $110 Pairing suggestions : Enjoy as an aperitif or serve with appetizers, seafood, grilled chicken, Ceviche, goat cheese salad, creamy pasta, or grilled vegetables. Magnifique!

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MAY 25, 2022

Kakheti wine region, located in the easternmost part of the country, is the primary winemaking area where approximately three-quarters of Georgia’s vineyards are planted. Sun Wine Vineyards Both of the Sun Wines I tasted were made with indigenous grapes. SRP : $18 Pairings : Serve with seafood, salads, and cheese.

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DECEMBER 3, 2022

Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC Torre Zambra “Passo Sacro” This wine is made with 100% Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC grapes handpicked from vineyards on the Colle Maggio hillside of Villamagna. Photo courtesy of Great Italian Chefs Ingredients for four servings: 1.75 To learn more about Abruzzo, read my recent articles.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2023

For an in-depth exploration of Jumilla, and its star grape Monastrell, the region’s principal grape variety, please click on the link below to read my article. They have estate vineyards situated in five subregions of Jumilla, each with varying soil profiles and climate exposures that add to the character of these wines.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Photo credit: Penny Weiss Here is a re-cap of Quinta do Crasto from a previous article. Most of the vineyards are on south-facing slopes that extend from the banks of the Douro River to an altitude of almost 600 meters. They recently expanded their vineyards to the Douro Superior sub-region with a new vineyard of 371 acres.

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A Wine Story

MAY 29, 2020

She recalls that wine was served during the family’s many dinner parties. It takes its personality from the way it has been treated in the winery, as well as the vineyard. f you like this article you will like: — Dominus Estate. Ross – a comic by profession – wanted to learn how to get into wine. How to Get Into Wine.

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AUGUST 31, 2021

Approximately seven months ago, I wrote an article about Ritual wines, a brand produced from the organic estate of Viñedos Veramonte located at the extreme eastern end of Chile’s Casablanca Valley. link] Veramonte vineyards in Casablanca Valley. Veramonte vineyards are located in Casablanca Valley and Colchagua Valley.

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A Wine Story

MAY 18, 2020

This article will focus on Riesling and Gewurztraminer, and how to tell them apart. This sample tasting was meant to compare a Riesling and Gewurztraminer from the same producer and vineyard in Alsace. Riesling is a great wine to serve with fish and especially shellfish. Riesling Vs Gewurztraminer. … A Story From 2005.

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APRIL 2, 2023

So, I am reposting an article from last year that includes timeless wines and classic recipes to grace the table and please your palate. Roasted Leg Of Lamb With Vegetables (serves 8 to 10) The beauty of this recipe is that you can add any vegetables you like to the pan. Serve from the baking dish. I was hooked forever!

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A Wine Story

MARCH 16, 2019

Luncheon was served at the Copia Center, buffet style. The food was incredibly good, and the lunch served as a good kickoff to the delicious food we would be having the entire summit. Dierberg Vineyard. Pence Vineyards and Winery. Riverbench Vineyard and Winery. Simon Faury, winemaker at Merryvale Vineyards.

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A Wine Story

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

This article will discuss the wines of the region and focus on three diverse producers introduced by the Orvieto Wine Consortium The Orvieto Wine Dinner Producers of Orvieto met me at “Restaurant Charlie” to introduce their wine and their culture. Though typically served with dessert, this wine could pair with foie gras and even scallops.

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OCTOBER 15, 2020

Based on my conversations with dozens of restaurateurs and operators, as well as other technology providers over the past few months, this article will quantify how the New York market has been impacted, and what forward-thinking operators are doing to adapt and thrive.

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A Wine Story

APRIL 26, 2020

This article will guide you through the “ins and outs” of the WSET program, and help you make an informed decision of what to expect, Also, if the program is right for you. The goal was to serve the educational needs of the UK wine and spirits industry. WSET Courses are offered around the world, both “live” and online.

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MARCH 7, 2022

Over the past few years, I have written articles about Women’s History Month, giving shout-outs to women in the wine and spirits industry. At the risk of being repetitive, here is a quote from one of my previous articles. Pairing: Enjoy as an aperitif or serve with goat cheese, seafood, light pasta, or risotto.

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OCTOBER 2, 2020

Helen needed to do research for a magazine article she’d long wanted to write. Masses of yellow wild-mustard flowers filled the vineyards. She and Philip had asked James to join them five months earlier, in December 1953. The afternoon temperature crested in the mid-seventies and the hills were still green from winter rain.

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