2020 Ciù Ciù Piceno Bacchus (Italy)

2020 Ciù Ciù Piceno Bacchus (Italy)   50% Sangiovese, 50% Montepulciano   Certified organic   Dark reddish-purple in color….cherries and oak, with juicy dark red fruits. Smooth and yummy!   Purchased on sale for $13.99 (originally $18.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B

December 19, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2020 Domaine Haut de Mourier Cuvée Stephane Bouix Viognier (France)

2020 Domaine Haut de Mourier Cuvée Stephane Bouix Viognier (France)   100% Viognier   Lovely floral notes with some citrus and slate/mineral character.   A refreshing Viognier that’s very enjoyable!   Purchased on sale for $13.99 (originally $16.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B

December 14, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Wonderful Nursery Ad

December 14, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2019 Ramblas Reales Reserva de la Tierra (Catalunya, Spain)

2019 Ramblas Reales Reserva de la Tierra (Catalunya, Spain)   70% Garnacha, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon   Herbs, floral, earthy characteristics on the nose….juicy red fruits and spice on the palate. Smooth and yummy!   Purchased on sale for $9.99 from Great Grapes in Cary, NC.

December 12, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

FIVS Virtual Round Table Showcases FIVS Guiding Principles for Advertising and Marketing

NEWS RELEASE   Paris, France: Thursday, 09 December 2021 — A leading voice for the global alcohol beverage industry, FIVS launched its updated Guiding Principles for Advertising and Marketing for Alcohol Beverages during the first session of its 2021 virtual round table series, demonstrating the sector’s ongoing commitment to discourage the harmful consumption of alcohol […]

December 10, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Foley Family Wines Acquires Chateau St. Jean in Kenwood

NEWS RELEASE   SONOMA COUNTY, Calif., December 8, 2021 – Foley Family Wines today announced the acquisition of Chateau St. Jean winery from Treasury Wine Estates. Chateau St. Jean is located in Kenwood, California, which lies along Highway 12 within the picturesque Valley of the Moon. Founded in 1973, the winery is widely known as […]

December 9, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Allied Grape Growers Hires Pam Bond as North Coast Operations Support

NEWS RELEASE   FRESNO, Dec. 7, 2021 – Allied Grape Growers (AGG) has named Pam Bond as its North Coast operations support, effective Dec. 1. In her new role, she will work closely with AGG’s North Coast regional manager and grower relations representative, providing administrative support around contract negotiations as well as field support for […]

December 8, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2019 Domaine Amido Lea Galets Signargues (Côtes du Rhône Villages, France)

2019 Domaine Amido Lea Galets Signargues (Côtes du Rhône Villages, France)   70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre   Toasted oak on the nose, bright and fruity on the palate. Well balanced & enjoyable!   Purchased on sale for $14.99 (originally $18.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B

December 7, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2018 Chapillon Cuvée Harmonie (Aragon, Spain)

2018 Chapillon Cuvée Harmonie (Aragon, Spain)   90% Petit Verdot, 10% Tannat   Oaky and earthy, with dark red and black fruits with a nice acidity on the finish.   Really enjoyable!   Purchased on sale for $16.99 (originally $19.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B

December 2, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

CAWG Elects New Board Officers and Directors; Tom Slater Assumes Role as Chair

NEWS RELEASE   SACRAMENTO, Dec. 1, 2021 – The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) has announced the election of new board officers and directors. CAWG is governed by 27 growers in six districts who serve three-year terms beginning Dec. 1.   Tom Slater of Slater Farms in Clarksburg was elected chair. He succeeds Mike […]

December 2, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More