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  1. Colorado/Virginia wine smackdown ends up a draw

    www.coloradowino.com via @ColoradoWino  &bull 2 Hours Ago

    If only the bottle of Virginia petit verdot hadn't shattered when Frank Morgan was packing his bags for a business trip to the Denver area. Then there may have been some sort of conclusion as to which wine region has better juice: Colorado or Virginia. Instead we were left to wonder-and drink a Canyon Wind Cellars petit verdot all by itself-after the two… Full Story »

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  2. Winebits 121: Labeling controversy, Aussie wine fraud, Chile price hike

    The Wine Curmudgeon &bull Mar 16, 2010

    Change to varietal labeling laws? When is a zinfandel not a zinfandel? When it's used in a field blend, thanks to federal labeling laws meant to protect the consumer. In this case, notes the Los Angeles Times, consumers have... Full Story »


  3. Visit, Discover, Enjoy Washington's Yakima Valley Wine Tasting

    By the Glass &bull Mar 16, 2010

    Just as the best way to sample a selection of wines is to order a flight, the best way to soak up a balanced blend of wine tasting, wine tours and other winery experiences is to escape to Yakima Valley, WA for a day, a weekend or more. With less… Full Story »

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  4. Boxwood Reviewed in Wine Spectator

    Cellar Blog &bull Mar 15, 2010

    It is not often that a Virginia wine gets reviewed by a national publication, so the the write-ups that Boxwood Winery got in this month's Wine Spectator are good news! The 2007 Boxwood and Topiary were both reviewed by James… Full Story »

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  5. NV Krug, Grand Cuvee

    750 mL &bull Mar 15, 2010

    Looking for personalized wine pairings?Click here to enter your request, and we'll get back to you within a few hours. When they say the stuff that dreams are made of--I get it now. It's not some overreaching cliche reserved only… Full Story »


  6. Chateau Coutet Master Class

    Cellar Blog &bull Mar 15, 2010

    I talk a lot here about red Bordeaux wines, but there are other types of wine produced in the Bordeaux region. One of the most well-known is Sauternes, and one of the best known of those is Chateau Coutet. Sauternes… Full Story »


  7. Argentinian Blend Really Easy to Like

    Grape Sense Blog &bull Mar 14, 2010

    Clos de los Siete is a blend from Argentina that is reasonably price, with big forward fruit, soft tannins, and easy to enjoy. The wine is a blend of Malbec (48 percent), Merlot (28 percent), Syrah (12 percent), and Cabernet… Full Story »

  8. He's a believer in biodynamic wine

    Topix: Wine News &bull Mar 11, 2010

    Please note by clicking on "Post Comment" you acknowledge that you have read the Terms of Service and the comment you are posting is in compliance with such terms. Be polite. Inappropriate posts may be removed by the moderator. Send… Full Story »


  9. Vineyard Gate Wine Sellers: Verdelho from Lodi! Vineyard Gate Exclusive

    www.facebook.com via @VineyardGate  &bull Mar 10, 2010

    I tasted this beautiful Verdelho made by Spanish wine importer, Luis Moya, last week, just a few days after bottling, and I immediately fell for it. Vibrant and floral, really pure. Green pear notes, citrus, and minerals. A blend of… Full Story »


  10. Follow Me For Savings: Wine(Click On Text)

    gokateblue.blogspot.com via @fmfs1  &bull Mar 8, 2010

    The Wine There is no one style of wine we target. But it's fair to say that we most like structured wine (best with food) that is still rich and concentrated. Such wines drink well when young, but reward a… Full Story »


  11. Mobile Holmes The very best argument for screw cap wine

    robertholmesphotography.com via @photofeeds  &bull Mar 8, 2010

    When the Myanmar Vineyard Management Company released their first wines 5 years ago they failed to anticipate the problem their customers would have uncorking them. Burma has never had a wine culture and there was scarcely a corkscrew to found… Full Story »

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  12. Alexander Valley Tasting-Vineyard-Wed-Mar. 10

    thebottlereport.com via @bottlereport  &bull Mar 7, 2010

    Event: A Drop In wine tasting for Alexander Valley Vineyards, a family-owned wine estate, once the original homestead of Cyrus Alexander, the namesake of this prominent viticultural appellation, Alexander Valley.Where:Vineyard Wine Market(map), 4414 Evans to Lock Road, Evans, GA. Alexander Valley Sin Zin 2008What: Varietally distinct, this Zinfandel captures the true essence of Alexander Valley. The fruit is sourced from a variety of vineyards with differing microclimates. This provides winemaker Kevin Hall with an array of unique parcels of fruit. Once vinified, these parcels are blended… Full Story »

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  13. Central Coast Travel

    www.earthdayfoodandwine.com via @SIPtheGoodLife  &bull Mar 4, 2010

    Enjoy a casual standing room only gourmet meal prepared by The Range and hosted by the winemaking team and owners of Ancient Peaks Winery, who will discuss the progressive sustainable practices employed at the winery's estate Margarita Vineyard. Each course will be paired with a current or new release from Ancient Peaks Winery, including the limited-edition Oyster… Full Story »

  14. Malta Bene - Stuart Walton discovers the wines of Malta

    Wine Pages &bull Feb 17, 2010

    Considering its modest size, Malta has always bulked surprisingly large in European history. Settled by Greeks and Phoenicians in antiquity, it flourished as a trading entrepot. Ottoman intentions towards Rome. Then there was that business with the elusive falcon, probably still being chased around Europe by the ghosts of Sidney Greenstreet and Peter Lorre. Between 1940 and 1942, its people mounted one of the epic defences of the second world war, improbably defying the combined might of Axis aerial assault.… Full Story »

  15. 2007 Maculan Brentino

    Los Angeles Times Food &bull Feb 17, 2010

    Taste Fausto Maculan's beautifully crafted blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and you'll be forgiven for guessing it's a $50 wine. Not. Astonishingly, this suave Bordeaux-style blend is less than $20. This 2007 from the Veneto is intense… Full Story »


  16. The Nose Knows - Wine Aroma

    Celebrate Wine &bull Feb 17, 2010

    I found a piece recently by Stacy Slinkard that reminded of the importance of aroma (or bouquet) in the wine experience. While the tongue has a relatively limited repertoire of tastes (combinations of sweet, sour, acidic, and bitter), the nose… Full Story »

  17. Seghesio 2007 San Lorenzo Zinfandel just released

    Wine Foot &bull Feb 16, 2010

    Now Available- 2007 San Lorenzo Zinfandel Purchased in 1896, the San Lorenzo vineyard produces very rich & intense Zinfandel. Still crafted in the style of the original field blend, the inclusion of Petite Sirah is evident as it gives this… Full Story »

  18. An Affordable, Tasty Bordeaux Merlot-Based Wine

    Grape Sense Blog &bull Feb 15, 2010

    I'm not a big fan of Merlot. Okay, that makes me a cartoon character in a bad animated wine movie I guess. But I've never been a fan, even before seeing "Sideways." But last summer I was in Kahn's, Indianapolis,… Full Story »

  19. Bonny Doon Delusions of Grandeur 2008 wine review by (PB)

    The Wine Cask Blog &bull Feb 14, 2010

    This is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Carignane, and Cinsault. It swirls like a light red wine of Pinot Noir or Beaujolais. Bouquet has light red fruit with spice notes up front with aromas of raspberry behind. Palate--Nice light… Full Story »

  20. 2005 Trentadue ZINFANDEL (Sonoma County)

    Blue State Carpetbagger's Red State Wine Blog &bull Feb 13, 2010

    This blend of fruit from the Alexander Valley and other Sonoma locations is a very good value in a fully mature Zin. Dark, blackish ruby. Intense, low-toned nose: Smoky balsa wood, rick blackberries, and loamy, minerally gravel. Depp, rich, ripe,… Full Story »



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  1. Herbguy

    Jan 3, 2010

    Are wines sacrosanct? Or should a great sommelier, like chef with food, be able to blend wines to make perfect food matches?

  2. ingersollwine

    Jan 1, 2010

    #5 red blend from Napa Valley, previous WS Top 100 wine and listed in last year's wine list #47

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    Dec 31, 2009

    Purchased 2005 Veraison Synchrony Stagecoach Vineyard - #wine http://cellartracker.com/w?742479

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    Dec 29, 2009

    Wine Travel – Arizona Wine Country Beckons - wine tasting: As is typical for an "Strada del Vino, wineries grou.. http://bit.ly/7wvoBE

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    Dec 28, 2009

    Both Unison Vineyard (http://bit.ly/5oRyM7) at Matariki (http://bit.ly/5eKUiS) were very enjoyable. Loved the cat at Unison.

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    Dec 26, 2009

    Wine Tasting Themes: Trawling websites for facts on certain subjects can be very tedious as the're so many .. http://bit.ly/7gnsx5

  7. VinTote

    Dec 26, 2009

    Weekend Wine of the Day: Levendi 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon 'Symphonia', Napa Valley -- $29.99 -- http://twurl.nl/rrba71

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    Dec 25, 2009

    Napa Valley Limoncello: Get your pucker ready, Napa Valley Limoncello Co. has created the first premium Limoncello ... http://bit.ly/56vm4Y

  9. KurtKiesow

    Dec 21, 2009

    Tasting 1989 Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Volant - #wine http://cellartracker.com/w?252668

  10. thatshiphop

    Dec 20, 2009

    RT @TM_Wine: ThatsHiphop.com - » Kelis Wants to be a What? A Sommelier? http://retwt.me/1L5D1 (via @thatshiphop)

  11. kellylivesay

    Dec 20, 2009

    @garyvee tried best wine EVAH: Linne Calodo Zinfandel blend. Not affiliated w/them. At wine tasting...YUM

  12. BasilMagazine

    Dec 19, 2009

    Master Sommelier Catherine Fallis recommends: http://basilmagazine.com/cms2/view.htm/2/58/915/1579/Drink+grape+goddess+recommends

  13. GrapeAndVine

    Dec 18, 2009

    Napa Valley Wine Train supports take aim at McCain, Coburn and Beck's criticisms - MiamiHerald.com: Fresno BeeN.. http://bit.ly/4A4Q9i

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    Dec 15, 2009

    Drinking 2001 Vineyard 29 Aida Vineyard - #wine http://cellartracker.com/w?107013

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    Dec 14, 2009

    Ericka7921 rated The Traveling Vineyard Tuscan Blend 2004 5 stars. - #wine http://winelog.net/2c7mxt

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    Dec 13, 2009

    Banfi Wines : Very Reasonable | Wine Tasting Guide: Banfi Wines: Are you counting to buy some topnotch Banfi wi.. http://bit.ly/6rSVgs

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    Dec 12, 2009

    Wineaux Guy and I are having Trader Joe's Wintry Blend coffee, enjoying the fire, and watching football before wine tasting later!

  18. Pilot92

    Dec 12, 2009

    Purchased 2008 Bonny Doon Vineyard Big House White - #wine http://cellartracker.com/w?701318

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    Dec 12, 2009

    Dave Komar: The Vineyard Lifestyle and A Dog's Playground ...: Greetings Readers of Our Wine Story. This is.. http://bit.ly/8xYvgK

  20. WineAlignReview

    Dec 11, 2009

    See a review for the Pillitteri Fusion Gewurztraminer Riesling 2008, Niagara Peninsula http://bit.ly/5p2pJs