Monthly Archives: February 2010
The approachable 08 Chateauneuf du Papes
Some call the 2008 Chateauneuf du Pape vintage challenging, others call it a return to normalcy or more typical. The later are mostly critics who lament the recent hotter, drier vintages that have produced bigger, higher alcohol wines. “The 2008 vintage appears to represent a distinct turn-around from the recent heatwaves, especially that of the [...]
Virginia Wine Expo this weekend (Feb 26th – 28th)
This weekend is the 3rd annual Virginia Wine Expo here in Richmond, Virginia. The official tasting starts Saturday, but Friday night starts with special seminars and events that continue all weekend. I’ll be attending Sunday from 12-6, if you are around, shoot me a tweet @vcuspoon. Over sixty wineries will be in attendance so it [...]
Sippin’ on Finger Lakes Bubbly
Last night I had the opportunity to participate in a Taste Live event, focusing on four sparkling wines from the Finger Lakes. Not knowing what to expect as I haven’t had any bubblies from the region, I was pleasantly surprised at the quality and price points of what we tasted. I tasted with friend and [...]
Tuesday Quick Sip – 2008 Channing Daughters Tocai Friulano Mudd West Vineyard
2008 Channing Daughters Tocai Friulano Mudd West Vineyard Wine Information – Region: North Fork, Long Island Vineyard: Mudd West Grapes: Tocai Friulano Price: $24 My Tasting Notes – Nose: citrus, asparagus, cut grass, hay, cornstalk Taste: honeydew melon, lemon zest, tangerine, mineral/slate Mouthfeel: racy acidity, zippy, med body Finish: long fruity – zippy acidity remains [...]
Virginia Wine Council Update
Virginia Wine Council Update – from Matt Conrad (Director, VA Wine Council) Promotion of Virginia Wine Receives Broad Support at Governor’s Press Conference Delegates and Senators from both sides of the aisle joined Governor McDonnell at a press conference earlier this week at which he unveiled his “Jobs & Opportunities Agenda.” According to a press [...]
Wine News
- Novato's 29th Annual Art, Wine & Music Festival - San Francisco Chronicle
- Digital Holding Company of Grupo RBS Acquires Share in Wine.com.br - MarketWatch (press release)
- How to pair wine - Chicago Tribune
- When Is a Wine Not a Wine? When European Regulations Say It's Not - New York Times
- Great Taste, Affordability And Portability Make CalNaturale(TM) Wine The ... - MarketWatch (press release)
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