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2013 Wine Star Award Nominees: American Winery of the Year
2013 Wine Star Award Nominees: American Winery of the Year
Each year, the editors of Wine Enthusiast Magazine honor the individuals and companies that have made outstanding achievements in the wine world. The winners will be announced in the special December 31 Wine Star Award issue.
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The Blue Oak of Provence
The Blue Oak of Provence
"Nicole Rolet , Pricipal of Chene Blue...was a welcome and riveting guest at THE TASTING PANEL HQ this past September. Rolet tasted us on four of her exquisite wines...We gushed over each wine and were impressed with the supreme balance of fruit and noticeable mineral components that act as a through-line, nealry conjuring the land itself, which lies at the crossroads of four appellations. "Although French critic Michel Bettane has called the Chene Blue project 'the birth of a new grand cru,' the decision was made to remain a Vin de Pays, because as Rolet explains, 'Terroir and appellations are...
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Visiting Piedmont on a Budget
Visiting Piedmont on a Budget
"The stars of Italy's Piedmont region are Barolo, Barbaresco and white truffles, but it's possible to get an authentic taste of the region without taking out a second mortgage. "Every year, more tourists flock to Italy's northwest in search of the latest Barolos and Barbarescos -- two of the country's most famous and expensive wines -- and to enjoy the area's upscale dining, especially in the fall when rare white truffles make an appearance. "Alba and the nearby Langhe hills are the undisputed epicenter of Piedmont's fine wine and dining scene, boasting 12 Michelin-starred restaurants within a 10-mile radius. "Best...
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INTERVIEW: Charlie Mount from Royal Tokaji joins Joel Riddell on Dining Around
INTERVIEW: Charlie Mount from Royal Tokaji joins Joel Riddell on Dining Around
Charlie Mount from Royal Tokaji joins Joel Riddell on Dining Around to discuss the wines of Royal Tokaji and the history of these legendary sweet wines from Hungary. Click here to listen to the full interview.
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High quality, efficiency are mantras at Presqu’ile Winery
High quality, efficiency are mantras at Presqu’ile Winery
“With the California wine grape harvest in full swing, 2013 is shaping up as a good year for many growers, including vineyard manager Jim Stollberg at Presqu’ile Winery in Santa Maria. Presqu’ile (pronounced press-KEEL) Winery kicked off its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grape harvests in early September,followed by pickings of Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, and Nebbiolo grapes. The harvests should wrap up in mid October. “The wine grape yields are at our estimates or slightly better and the berries are slightly larger than usual,” Stollberg says. “Grape quality looks good and the fruit is clean. The feedback from our winemakersis very...
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Finding Space for Still Red Wines: Schramsberg owners convert abandoned auto dealership into efficient red wine production facility
Finding Space for Still Red Wines: Schramsberg owners convert abandoned auto dealership into efficient red wine production facility
"Many of the wineries built today start with a clean slate, a talented architect and a pile of money. It may not be as glamorous, but finding a new use for a prosaic existing building can also result in a facility ideal for making fine wine. "The Davies family did just that when they turned an abandoned car dealership in St. Helena, Calif., into a production facility for their red wines. They had previous experience with another fixer-upper, Jacob Schram’s historic but dilapidated Schramsberg winery, which dated to 1862 and was located on Diamond Mountain near Calistoga in Napa Valley."...
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Bubbling under the surface: Californian sparklers
Bubbling under the surface: Californian sparklers
"Of all Californian wines, none defy preconceived notions more than traditional method sparkling wines. Their acidic backbone embodies the brisk freshness of coastal morning fog while brilliant afternoon sunshine is expressed in their pristine fruit. "A small elite of traditional method sparkling wines enjoys big recognition at home – being served at the White House seems to be the badge of honour that all the producers mentioned here share – but whenever there is talk of Californian wine, fizz hardly gets a mention. Certainly, production is small and exports are (still) marginal, but the quality of the wines deserves a...
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Presqu’ile Unveils Winemaking Palace: Southern Fam Puts New Face on Santa Maria Valley
Presqu’ile Unveils Winemaking Palace: Southern Fam Puts New Face on Santa Maria Valley
Though serious wines have been coming out of the Santa Maria Valley since the 1970s, it’s never been the most inviting appellation to tour. Many of the prime wineries and iconic vineyards are off-limits or appointment-only, the settings can be quite rustic, and they almost all are located deep in the valley, requiring lots of driving to get there. But that’s all about to change. Last week, Presqu’ile Winery opened the doors of its palatial, three-tiered production facility and tasting room off of Clark Avenue, just a few minutes from the steady traffic of Highway 101. With bocce ball court views extending...
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Bar Boulud Named Winner of “Best Restaurant Wine List” at Taste of London 2013
Bar Boulud Named Winner of “Best Restaurant Wine List” at Taste of London 2013
LONDON (June 20, 2013) – Bar Boulud, the French-inspired bistro and wine bar at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park under the direction of renowned Chef Daniel Boulud, was last night named winner of "Best Restaurant Wine List" at Taste of London 2013 by a stellar panel of judges. Having celebrated its third anniversary in May 2013, this latest accolade further celebrates its position as one of London’s most popular dining spots. Juan Ramirez, General Manager of Bar Boulud commented; “We are delighted to have been awarded with the ‘Best Restaurant Wine List’ by Taste of London. Our wine programme is very...
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Elevated Experience: New Deluxe Winery Carved Into Hillside
Elevated Experience: New Deluxe Winery Carved Into Hillside
"The team behind the Presqu'ile wine label set out to build a winery and visitor center unlike any other in Santa Barbara County. "And with the debut of a brand new state-of-the-art facility that opens its doors to the public Thursday, the winemakers may have managed to do just that. "It's as innovative as it is impressive — erected from the ground up, and right into the mounting façade of a towering hill smack in the middle of the Santa Maria Valley."
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