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Susumaniello, what a sususurprise! (and Georgia P's photo shoot)
Do Bianchi &bull Yesterday
Honestly, I really didn't know what to expect from a 2010 IGT Tarantino Susumaniello (100%) by the Poderi Angelini winery in Manduria (west coast of Puglia). The craze for indigenous varieties has inspired a number of producers to deliver monovarietal… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: ***+ $$$$ Duckhorn Paraduxx Z Blend, Napa Valley, California, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Yesterday
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Duckhorn… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: ****+ $$$$ Duckhorn Paraduxx C Blend, Napa Valley, California, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Yesterday
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Duckhorn… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: *** $$$$$ Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California, 2007
Spirit of Wine &bull Feb 2, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Duckhorn… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: **** $$$ Duckhorn Migration Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Feb 2, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Duckhorn… Full Story »
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Revisiting 2009 Chateau Angludet
Cellar Blog &bull Feb 2, 2012
Chateau Angludet is a property in the Margaux region that does not get much attention, despite beng one of the oldest properties in the region. With all the great wines in the region, it is sometimes easy to overlook wines… Full Story »
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The Latest in Creative Scandinavian Cuisine
Wall Street Journal - Food & Drink &bull Feb 2, 2012
There are certain rituals that all diners undergo to eat a meal in a restaurant. Once you are seated at the table, the first is to be handed a menu and wine list. This custom is observed at Gastrologik, Stockholm's newest gastronomic phenomenon. But when you open the menu card, you are faced with a blank page except for some tiny writing at the bottom-the prices of two tasting-menu options. Diners… Full Story »
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Review: *** $ Mezzacorona Merlot, Vigneti delle Dolomiti, Italy, 2009 - BEST VALUE
Spirit of Wine &bull Feb 2, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" By way of background, opening thoughts: Sister-wine to… Full Story »
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Review: ***+ $ Mezzacorona Pinot Grigio, Vigneti delle Dolomiti, Italy, 2009 - BEST VALUE
Spirit of Wine &bull Feb 2, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Check out today's pricing and retail availability for… Full Story »
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2008 Perrin & Fils Vinsobres Les Cornuds
The Blog Wine Cellar &bull Feb 1, 2012
The applellation of Vinsobres is situated in the southern part of the Cotes du Rhone, between Valreas and Nyons. The Perrin family traditionally makes this wine by blending 65% Syrah and 35% Grenache. The wine is usually partially aged in… Full Story »
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Antonio Galloni on Wine
GrapeRadio &bull Feb 1, 2012
When we last spoke with Antonio Galloni, he was happily covering the Italian wine scene for Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate among other projects, and had just contributed to Parker's new book "Parker's Wine Bargains: The World's Best Wine Values… Full Story »
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Six Hats Viognier 2010
ABC Wine Ratings and Reviews &bull Jan 31, 2012
Six Hats Viognier 2010 Origin: Western Cape, South Africa Blend: Viognier (100%) Alcohol Content: 14.0% Bottle Closure: Screw Cap Purchase Date: January 2012 Purchase Price: $9.99 (750ml bottle) Our review: Greenish gold in color, this wine has aromas of peaches,… Full Story »
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Wine of the Week: Mumm Napa Brut Rose (CA) $20
About.com: Wine Headlines &bull Jan 30, 2012
Fresh. Rich. Elegant. Mumm Napa is one of those steady, eddy producers that delivers delicious, consistent, sparkling wine year in and year out at fair price points. Take the Mumm Napa Brut Rose - you'll find buckets of bubbles, juicy… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: ***+ $$$$ Chateau Dauzac, Margaux Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 30, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Chateau… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: ** $$ Chateau La Tour de By, Medoc, France, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 30, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Chateau… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: *** $$ Chateau Greysac Medoc, Bordeaux, France, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 30, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Chateau… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: *** $$$$$ Chateau La Conseillante, Pomerol, Bordeaux, France, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 30, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Chateau… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: *** $$$$$ Chateau Troplong Mondot Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 30, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Chateau… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: ***+ $$$$$ Chateau Pavie Macquin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France, 2009
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 30, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Chateau… Full Story »
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Quickie Review: **** $$$$$ Chateau Grand Mayne Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France, 2009+
Spirit of Wine &bull Jan 30, 2012
Wine tastings, reviews, ratings and commentary from around the world... Over three-quarter million visitors to more than 1,000 wines already reviewed... Get between me and this wine bottle at your own risk!!" Find today's prices and retail availability for Chateau… Full Story »
