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Pont des Arts teams up with Chêne Bleu
Pont des Arts teams up with Chêne Bleu
"As part of its new collection using the artwork of Spanish artist, Miquel Barceló, Pont des Arts has created a Grenache rosé in collaboration with super-Rhone producer, Chêne Bleu. "'Bridging the gap' between art and wine, Thibault Pontallier and Arthur de Villepin have launched a new collection in Hong Kong, with a London release to follow shortly after. "The latest Pont des Arts range features the work of Miquel Barceló, a Spanish contemporary painter who has redesigned Pont des Arts’ logo on each of the seven wines which hail from Bordeaux and Burgundy, including Vosne-Romanée aux Reas, Chambolle-Musigny, Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Meursault and Saint-Émilion. "Pontallier and...
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Wine Review: Rose a sorely overlooked variety
Wine Review: Rose a sorely overlooked variety
"'Pretty in Pink' is the name of a cult teen classic movie that’s also a pretty good descriptor of rose wines. "Rose wines have been sorely overlooked by many wine lovers because of its similarity in color to syrupy sweet pink zinfandel wines; nothing could be further from the truth. "Rose wines are simply a red wine where the color-producing red skins are removed immediately after pressing. The inside of almost every red wine grape is white and even the momentary contact with the juice will add some pink color. Rose wines, often called the wines of spring, are fresh,...
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Moulin-à-Vent under scrutiny
Moulin-à-Vent under scrutiny
"With rising prices in Burgundy, for land and for the wines, Beaujolais is becoming an ever-stronger magnet not just for Burgundians but for others from further afield, producers and consumers alike, as Jancis outlined in 2009 - the year of Beaujolais and Beaujolais 2009 - buy, buy! On the showing of this selection of wines from just two producers from Moulin-à-Vent, one of the more northerly of the 10 Beaujolais crus and said to be the longest lived and most concentrated, I believe the 2010 and 2011 vintages were as good as 2009 if not better, with a little more...
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Carneros, California’s Great White Hope
Carneros, California’s Great White Hope
"The only American Viticultural Area (AVA) to straddle both Napa and Sonoma counties, Carneros, established in 1983, is fog-cooled and refreshingly undeveloped, compared to many nearby regions. "While other areas have risen in reputation and favor with tourists for having more to do, many of Carneros’s most famous names haven’t offered much in the way of tastings or tours. "That’s changing. There’s no doubt Carneros can produce enviable Pinot Noir, and, in smaller amounts, Merlot and Syrah. Its true calling card might be Chardonnay, a grape that has been quietly making it famous all along. And two of its most...
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Kumeu River: Astonishingly good Chardonnay from this West Auckland family-owned winery
Kumeu River: Astonishingly good Chardonnay from this West Auckland family-owned winery
“We are in West Auckland, in Kumeu. This is the historical heartland of the New Zealand wine industry. Here, Croatian/Dalmatian immigrants to New Zealand decided to make wines like those they were used to at home. Many of the famous names of the New Zealand wine industry have their roots in West Auckland, even though it is no longer such a significant wine producing region— the climate here is quite humid in the summer, which makes viticulture a challenge. “But there's one shining star: Kumeu River, famous as one of New Zealand's top Chardonnay producers, and considered by many to...
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Episode 002: Olivier Souvelain, Château Gassier
Episode 002: Olivier Souvelain, Château Gassier
Château Gassier, 2015 Esprit Gassier"Peach, mandarin. and lime pith nose with a layer of white flowers. Flavors of citrus, apricot, pear and peach with good limestone minerality and a creamy texture. Medium long finish Château Gassier, 2015 Le Pas du Moine"Nose of flowers and tropical fruit. Bright and lush texture with flavors of grapefruit, apricot, fresh herbs and peach pit. Great acidity. Long finish. Château Gassier, 2015 946"Nose of watermelon, lemon rind and lily. Creamy texture. Delicious flavors of Jolly Rancher candy, papaya, citrus. Good acidity, long silky finish. This wine is well worth the price tag and search to get...
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Two Great Champagne Houses: Gosset and Henriot
Two Great Champagne Houses: Gosset and Henriot
"While I was teaching--in an earlier life--I used to work part-time in a local wine shop, to feed my growing passion for wine. I quickly noticed that customers usually selected wines whose names they were familiar with; this was especially true with Champagne. In the New York metro area, Veuve Clicquot’s 'Yellow Label' ruled, along with Moêt & Chandon (and its prestige cuvée, Dom Pérignon). Perrier-Jouet got some attention, but not too many other Champagnes. "I knew that Moêt & Chandon was by far the world’s leading Champagne brand in sales, followed by Veuve Clicquot, and so I was not...
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16 Fresh Whites from Italy and Beyond
16 Fresh Whites from Italy and Beyond
"As temperatures begin to creep up, it’s about time to switch out winter’s go-to red wine for a more summer-appropriate selection. "Italy is arguably better known for its red wines, but there is also a large variety of quality white wines to choose from, made with both international and indigenous varieties. These wines tend to feature bright fruit and juicy acidity—just perfect for a leisurely afternoon in the sun. "This crisp style thrives in the northeast of Italy. Wineries in Trentino–Alto Adige produce their own takes on Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay, Riesling and many others. These best versions are...
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Going From Good to Great at Arista
Going From Good to Great at Arista
"Three years ago when I met Mark McWilliams, of the family that owns Sonoma’s Arista Winery, he introduced me to a line of impressive pinot noirs and chardonnays. This spring, I got the chance to sit down with him again, for what, he promised me, were some game-changing developments at Arista. We talked over a tasting of his latest releases. "Mark and his brother Ben sat down in 2012 and talked about where they wanted to go as their parents (who founded the winery in 2002) planned to retire. They agreed that they both wanted to continue with the family...
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Fit For A King: Château du Moulin-à-Vent
Fit For A King: Château du Moulin-à-Vent
"Situated in the heart of the Moulin-à-Vent appellation which is located in the southernmost tip of Burgundy stands the renowned Château du Moulin-à-Vent formally know as Château des Thorins. Under its previous name, history has it that in the 17th century Romanèche-Thorins became consumed at the Court of the King of France. Winemaker Claudius Brosse reached the capital after 33 days of travel with Thorins hillsides wine in hand. After tasting Brosse’s wine, King Louis XIV declared it fit for the court. "Château du Moulin-à-Vent was born in 1732 and began building upon its excellent reputation. Since its establishment, the...
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