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Pinot Noir Review: Lechthaler

June 29, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

Lechthaler Pinot Nero 2006 No, that’s not a mistake — Pinot Noir and Pinot Nero are the same thing, except that in Italy they like to use words with vowels at the end. I like it too, it makes language more colorful and melodic. Similarly, I like this Pinot Noir … er, Nero … which hails from the Trentino region of Italy. Trentino is the northernmost part of Italy, and is the country’s most mountainous region. As a result Trentino tends to be one of the cooler climates — therefore, ideal... [Read the full story]

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Pinot Noir Review: Lechthaler

June 29, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

Lechthaler Pinot Nero 2006 No, that’s not a mistake — Pinot Noir and Pinot Nero are the same thing, except that in Italy they like to use words with vowels at the end. I like it too, it makes language more colorful and melodic. Similarly, I like this Pinot Noir … er, Nero … which hails from the Trentino region of Italy. Trentino is the northernmost part of Italy, and is the country’s most mountainous region. As a result Trentino tends to be one of the cooler climates — therefore, ideal... [Read the full story]

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Kosher Wines for Passover (Red and White)

April 8, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

Kosher wines don’t have to taste “funny” any more. Recent developments in kosher winemaking has resulted in high quality, great-tasting wines fit for any occasion. This year, Passover begins at sunset on April 8th, and will continue through Wednesday, April 15th. If you observe Passover and aim to keep kosher during this Jewish holiday, here are two excellent wines — one white, one red — that are both kosher and appropriate for typical Passover feasts. Tasting Notes: Yarden Chardonnay 2006 ... [Read the full story]

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Rose Wine Review: Artazuri

October 9, 2008 · Leave a Comment 

It’s not too late to drink rose wine — in fact many of this year’s releases are still fresh and vibrant. Which is a good thing, since pink wines tend to be enjoyable on their own and match with a wide variety of foods. This particular rose comes from an importer I respect highly — I have yet to be disappointed with the price/quality ratio of an “Eric Solomon Selection”. Finding his name on the back label of a wine I’ve never seen before is often the deciding factor in whether I’ll... [Read the full story]

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Pinot Noir Review: Lechthaler

June 29, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

Lechthaler Pinot Nero 2006 No, that’s not a mistake — Pinot Noir and Pinot Nero are the same thing, except that in Italy they like to use words with vowels at the end. I like it too, it makes language more colorful and melodic. Similarly, I like this Pinot Noir … er, Nero … which hails from the Trentino region of Italy. Trentino is the northernmost part of Italy, and is the country’s most mountainous region. As a result Trentino tends to be one of the cooler climates — therefore, ideal... [Read the full story]

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Wine Gadget: Waring Chiller

August 26, 2008 · Leave a Comment 

Since most of my friends and family are aware of my wine geekiness, I tend to receive wine accessories as birthday and holiday gifts. So it was no surprise that I eventually unwrapped a Waring Wine Chiller. It was in fact one of those items I’d never have bought for myself — mainly because I live in a very small (900 sq. ft.) abode and therefore don’t have the room to store non-essential appliances (would anyone be interested in a salad dryer, by the way?). And isn’t that the ideal gift? One that... [Read the full story]

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Nick Faldo Launches Wines

August 20, 2008 · Leave a Comment 

As if the world didn’t have enough celebrity “winemakers” … The latest well-known name to dabble into wine production is golfing great Nick Faldo. Faldo has launched a new line of “easy drinking” wines, just in time for the Rhyder’s Cup golf tournament between the US and Europe (September 19-21). We can be certain that the wines’ release corresponding with the tournament is NOT a coincidence. Interestingly, “Faldo Wines” have been around since 2000 — it is... [Read the full story]

Wineries

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Winery Profile: Rubicon Estate

September 3, 2008 · Leave a Comment 

Perhaps the greatest tragedy in the history of American winemaking is the story of Inglenook. Most of today’s casual wine drinkers know Inglenook as “one of those jug wines”. However, the “old school” wine folks, and anyone who has did a bit of research on American wine history, knows that the “real” Inglenook is quite the opposite: one of the most respected labels California has ever produced. But don’t take it from me — pick up a copy of James Conaway’s novel-like... [Read the full story]

Wine Basics

Wine Term: Earthy

Wine Term: Earthy

Does this term mean the wine is 100% organic? Does it mean it’s “plain and simple in style”, or “plain in taste” as Merriam-Webster defines? No, no,... [Read more]


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Wine Accessories, Gifts and Gadgets

Wine Gadget: Waring Chiller

Wine Gadget: Waring Chiller

Since most of my friends and family are aware of my wine geekiness, I tend to receive wine accessories as birthday and holiday gifts. So it was no surprise that I eventually unwrapped... [Read more]


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