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Corsican Wines: Perhaps Europe’s Best Kept Secret
Since antiquity, the island of Corsica has been colonized by one Mediterranean power after another. First the Phoenicians, who gave way to the Carthaginians, followed by the Greeks, Etruscans, and eventually, the Romans. There was a time when even the infamous Barbary pirates controlled this sun-drenched and fertile island. It is also quite interesting to…
Michael Perlis Picks Rhone Rangers [part 2]
This is Part 2 of last week’s Rhone Ranger article. One can never taste everything. Of what I sampled, the wines that really stood out for me at this event were: ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS LOS OLIVOS, CA www.andrewmurrayvineyards.com One of my early favorites from Santa Barbara County, still going strong. 2011 Syrah, Watch Hill Vineyard…
Gregory Alonzo: Romania for Rose Wines
Mamaia Beach on Romania’s Black Sea coast is one of my favorite places to both work and play. Though I prefer the northern coastal area, the sandy beaches that have been immaculately manicured wind southward for a good 75 miles. The Black Sea lifestyle suits my pace, and Romanians know how to enjoy life. Romania…
Gregory Alonzo reports on the Basque Wines of Spain and France
I love the north of Spain and have been visiting the city of Bilbao and the surrounding beaches of San Sebastian for some twenty years. My frequent haunts include Concha Bay, and the golden sands beaches of Zarautz and Fuenterrabia. Today I am joined by long-time friend and fellow sommelier, Naiara Dolagaray. We are enjoying…
Vive La Rosè Revolution! Real Men Drink Pink Party Arrives in Paso 6/23!
As you already know, a cult rosè craze has been going on for the past 5 years over sophisticated European style rosè. Cypher Winery and more than 20 of the top rosè producers in Paso Robles would like to personally invite you to a grand tasting of the best European style rosè in our AVA….
Cab Collective Part One: Stopping for Rhones at Terry Hoage, Checking in to Sundance B & B, Barrel Tasting, Dining with Steve Heimoff and New Friends
Making the most of my two-day Paso Robles media pass to cover the inaugural Cab Collective, I planned to attend four media events. However, arriving a wee bit early for the first, I stopped in to visit with Terry Hoage and taste some Rhones before the all-Cab/Bordeaux blends. During our interview, first with Terry and…
Gregory Alonzo on German Red Wines?
Red wines from Germany? Isn’t it too cool there, even for Pinot Noir? Not at all. In fact German red wines and not only thriving, they are becoming very popular throughout the world. Back in the 1980’s, red grapes accounted for only 12 per cent of Germany’s vineyards. Today, that number exceeds 36 per cent….
The Santa Ynez Teaser from Eve
I don’t divulge when I’m away on a wine trip – lest you find your way to my house and my cellar keys – so this column is running either before or after I went to Santa Ynez for the weekend. Some of my plans include(d) many stops that readers suggested, visits with winemakers I’d…
Reyes Winery UPCOMING EVENTS for February 2013
Saturday February 2 and Sunday February 3, 2013, 11am-4pm. Truffles and Toffee Event. We will have Vladimir Litt from Truffles and Toffee http://www.trufflesntoffee.com sampling and selling his delectable chocolates. At the same time we will have our Agua Dulce Delight and White Delight Ports available in gift baskets for Valentine’s Day with Reyes Winery Glasses….