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LibDib Unveils New Flat Rate Shipping Program

LibShip’s competitive new rates and streamlined process saves Makers time and money   San Jose, CA, October 29, 2019 — LibDibTM, the web-based wholesale alcohol distributor, today unveiled LibShip, a new flat rate shipping program that offers competitive pricing and enhanced features to save LibDib Makers time and money. LibShip utilizes FedEx to offer simplified […]

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2015 Casa Santos Lima Colossal Reserva (Lisboa, Portugal)

2015 Casa Santos Lima Colossal Reserva (Lisboa, Portugal). 30% Touriga Nacional, 30% Syrah, 30% Tinta Roriz, and 10% Alicante Bouschet. Ripe and juicy red and black fruits, a little bit of spice and bitter cacao. Smooth as a baby’s bottom. Nice! Purchased on sale for $11.99.

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OCTOBER 28, 2019 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Kincade Fire surges to 66,231 acres, 5% containment. Battle to save Healdsburg & Windsor still tough Two Sonoma County wineries damaged by Kincade fire in Alexander Valley Kincade fire threatens to jump Highway 101 as 93 mph wind gusts push flames in southwest direction Where There’s A Wine, There’s A Way: Loophole found […]

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Skip SF Chronicle fire coverage: it’s hiding behind paywall

So much for the concept of “public service.” This is the journalism equivalent of jacking up gasoline and food prices in a disaster. (NOTE:  Some people may be able to access the articles by clearing cache, but this doesn’t always work).

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2017 Chateau des Capitans Juliénas (A.O.C. Juliénas, France)

2017 Chateau des Capitans Juliénas (A.O.C. Juliénas, France). 100% Gamay, 14% abv. Dark red fruits, like blackberry and dark cherry, with a little bit of spice and maybe a hint of violet. Nice structure. A lovely wine! Received as a sample. $22. -B

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OCTOBER 25, 2019 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Massive wildfire threatens Sonoma County wineries Kincade Fire grows to 16,000 acres; PG&E power may be cause 2019 CA grape crush additional grower info required (video) California Merlot: Its Rise, Demise, & Hopeful Rebirth Kincade Fire Interactive Map shows spread of this monster wildfire Boutique winemakers: Save time and effort this harvest season […]

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2012 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay (Napa Valley).

2012 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay (Napa Valley). Candied pear, apple, and balanced oak character. Aging beautifully! Purchased many moons ago at the Chateau after the Wine Writers Symposium with gallivanting about Napa Valley. Current release is 2016, retails @ $58

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OCTOBER 24, 2019 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Wind-whipped wildfire forcing evacuations near wineries, casino in Sonoma County’s Geyserville area SVB Industry Research: The New Deal Leaving unsold grapes on vine ‘makes sense’ Californians Go Dark in Blackout That May Affect 1.5 Million GenZ, younger Millennials most willing to pay for same day purchase delivery Boutique winemakers: Save time and effort […]

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OCTOBER 23, 2019 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Consumers appear to prefer moderation to complete alcohol abstinence PG&E slightly dials back scope of Wednesday’s potential power blackout Exceptional Fruit Coming Onto Crush Pads Throughout Napa Valley as 2019 Harvest Continues Three Mexican-American Vintners Tell Their Stories The Future Is WOW: Woman-Owned Wineries’ Amy Bess Cook Wants to Level the Playing Field […]

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2018 Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Blanc (Central Coast, California)

2018 Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Blanc (Central Coast, California). 54% Grenache Blanc and 46% Vermentino. Lots of citrus notes and herbaceous qualities, in addition to a crisp sense of minerality. Acidity well balanced . A beautiful wine! Om nom nom Received as a sample from the winery. Retail $20.

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