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2018 Bodega Sommos Xiloca Garnacha (Calatayud, Spain)

2018 Bodega Sommos Xiloca Garnacha (Calatayud, Spain)   Berry is the name of the game…blackberry and other dark fruits dominate, but is nicely complemented by earthy oak characteristics. Very smooth, juicy, and yummy!   Purchased on sale for $13.99 (originally $16.99)

November 3, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS ‘Layers of crises’: Napa wine and tourism industries navigate the virus and fires Wine, Covid-19, and the Zero-Sum Dilemma Somm Sex Scandal: Wine’s Me-Too Moment Consumers’ comfort level with travel, eating out & other leisure activities stagnant, declining: Nov. 2 update See how Phase 2 Cellars streamline systems and provide exceptional customer service.(Sponsored […]

November 3, 2020 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Unprecedented harvest in Sonoma, Napa counties comes to a close Consumers Are Still Trading Up on Wine in the Covid Era, But the Wins Are Uneven Women In Wine: Sexism, Racism And Ageism Report—Cannabis Impacting Wine and Alcohol Sales Oregon’s Proposed Tax Hike On Beer, Wine And Cider Threatens To Kick An Industry […]

November 2, 2020 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

2018 Citluk Winery (Wines of Illyria) Stone Cuvee (Bosnia & Herzegovina)

2018 Citluk Winery (Wines of Illyria) Stone Cuvee (Bosnia & Herzegovina)   90% Zilavka, 10% Bena   Floral nose, with a complex palate incl. apple, lychee, lime, & slate.   Long, dry finish. Really nice! My first Bosnian wine — hope to try more!   Purchased on sale for $19.99 (originally $27.99) from Great Grapes […]

November 2, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

United Sommeliers Foundation Makes Statement Regarding Court of Master Sommeliers

The United Sommeliers Foundation stands in support of women in our industry who at any time have experienced discrimination, harassment, or sexual violence of any kind.   There is no excuse for abuse and harassment in our workplaces and community, and we stand united with all women in the fight for continued equality. We are […]

November 2, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

OCTOBER 30, 2020 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS “Winc is the Netflix of wine”? WII takes a closer look at the claims Head of San Francisco Master Somm non-profit resigns after sexual misconduct allegations (possible paywall) Napa wine industry organizations describe disaster losses as ‘staggering’ Napa Nervous Over Cannabis SLO, Central Valley winery participation top SVB Wine Industry Survey so far. […]

October 30, 2020 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

2018 Domaine Laroque Chardonnay (Cité de Carcassonne, France)

2018 Domaine Laroque Chardonnay (Cité de Carcassonne, France)   An unoaked Chardonnay, this one has some nice floral characteristics on the nose, with maybe some melon, lime, and slate on the palate. Crisp and refreshing!   Purchased on sale for $11.99 from Great Grapes in Cary, NC

October 29, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

OCTOBER 29, 2020 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Wine Country is stuck in a cycle of burning and rebuilding. Welcome to the climate crisis (possible paywall) Incoming CEO David Dearie On The Ste. Michelle Game Plan (possible paywall) Beam Suntory fined US$19.6 million in bribery probe How Age Affects Salivary Flow and Aroma Perception in Wine Tasting – A Preliminary Study […]

October 29, 2020 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

OCTOBER 28, 2020 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Global wine production remains below five-year average Former Treasury Wine Estates CEO to take helm of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Save the World: Drink More Wine Napa Valley tasting rooms and COVID headed for a train wreck? Constellation Brands: All Eyes On Reorganization Power shut-offs are in your future. Keep crush moving. Click […]

October 28, 2020 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

2019 Tania & Vincent Carême Terre Brûlée ‘Le Blanc’ (Swartland, South Africa)

2019 Tania & Vincent Carême Terre Brûlée ‘Le Blanc’ (Swartland, South Africa)   Chenin Blanc grapes.   Honeysuckle, very floral nose…peach, pear, lime, with a lingering dry, slate finish.   Lovely!   Purchased on sale for $14.99 (originally $23.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B

October 27, 2020 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More