If you hang out in trendy spots where sommeliers whisper excitedly about orange wine, pet nat, and natural wines, you may already know about piquette. If you’re sitting there feeling a bit perplexed, hang on …
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A lightly sparkling red blend of Blaufrankisch, Zweigelt, and Pinot Noir grapes, Sanctum “Stix & Bugs” Piquette bears a beer-bottle style crown cap. Hazy rosy-orange in color, it pours with a thick pinkish foam. Served cold, it seems simple and fresh, strawberry scents with a touch of damp clay. As it warms in the glass it becomes much more complex, adding notes of yeast and dairy and a leafy, vegetal whiff of the forest floor. A good pick for summer sipping.
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The Slow Wine Exposition is a traveling show that visits various U. S. cities for a one-day showing of some of the wines produced by various small Italian wineries. Fortunately for Neil Duarte, one of the cities selected this year was Austin,TX, where Neil lives. Here’s his report of the wines he and his wife were able to sample. Read article.
Humans have made wine since the dawn of civilization, and wine is consumed worldwide. But only a few countries make wine. One of the leaders is Spain.
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Mention Argentina’s scenic Mendoza wine region, and Malbec will likely come to your mind. But today we have a good Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon for you.
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Art of Earth Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon’s dark purple color shades to an attractive garnet edge. Ripe currants, cherry, and plum scents lead into a bright, freshly acidic flavor that follows the nose. Juicy red cherries and mixed fruit carry through with soft tannins that linger in an appealing, oak-free flavor.
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Every time I enjoy another excellent Chenin Blanc, I smack my forehead and ask myself, “Why don’t I do this more often?” And yet, here we are.
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Organic and biodynamic and widely available for less than $20, Lena Filliatreau Saumur is one of the best value Loire Chenin Blancs I’ve enjoyed in a while. Clear gold in color, it breathes delicious scents of honeydew melon, clover honey, white flowers, and complex citrus notes of lemon, lime, and lime zest. All that fruit comes together in a rich, full-bodied flavor that’s dry but so textured that it almost seems as sweet as ripe, juicy fruit.
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Many years ago I dismissed Valpolicella as a pleasant but very cheap Italian red. This week I celebrate one that I have to limit to our subscribers whose support helps me pay for it. How did that happen?
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At first glance, Los Conejos Malditos might look like a wine to avoid: A cute animal on the label often signals a forgettable wine. But this Spanish Tempranillo from Castille counters that conventional wisdom.
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