Tasting Notes
The Lizard On The Rock And The Laser In The Glass
F.X. Pichler Kellerberg Riesling Smaragd 2017 marries ripe peach and lime oil with a blazing mineral spine.
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Abreu Cappella 2016 – when Bacchus met the bear market
Bacchus looks on as this 97-point cult Cabernet rockets past $1,000, crash-lands under $650, and now tempts bold investors to seize the dip before the next ascent. A quick tale from the god of wine At the height of the 2021 frenzy I – Bacchus, vine-crowned and full of mischief
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Alión: Ribera’s Velvet Hammer Vega Sicilia’s rebel child that swapped old-school swagger for French-polished power—and rewrote the DO playbook
Vega Sicilia’s Alión decoded: 100% Tempranillo from high-altitude Ribera del Duero, born in 1991—modern French-oak polish, vineyard precision, key vintages, and pairing tips.
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Sancerre: Light, Limestone, and the Edge That Endures
Sancerre, Loire Valley: a flinty, precise take on Sauvignon Blanc. This guide breaks down soils (flint, pebbly limestone, chalky clay), styles from stainless-crisp to lees-textured, producers to know, label shortcuts, and smart serving cues—so you can pick the right bottle with confidence.
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A Masterclass in Stubbornness: The Egon Müller Chronicle Why the gods of the sun are so jealous of the Mosel's silver grape.
Uncork the legend of Weingut Egon Müller. Explore the Scharzhofberg's unique slate terroir and the quiet philosophy that creates investment-grade Riesling. Discover the full story
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Amarone, Unfiltered: Why The 2011 Quintarelli Riserva Will Ruin You For Lesser Pleasures
Quintarelli Amarone Riserva 2011: velvet with teeth—decant deep, feast slow, cellar long. A benchmark Amarone that turns patience into poetry.
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Golden Light in the Glass: Château d’Yquem 1967
Explore Château d’Yquem 1967 food pairing—golden Sauternes with foie gras, roast duck, lobster, or tarte Tatin, a timeless union of richness and light.
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Napa Valley: The Rise of Cabernet’s Modern Legend
Napa Valley blends sun, story, and soil. From the Judgment of Paris to modern icons, explore how Cabernet Sauvignon rose to stardom. This guide breaks down AVAs, Mondavi’s legacy, and the magic behind California’s most storied wine region.
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Fire in the Hills: Giuseppe Quintarelli Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 2011
Discover the best Giuseppe Quintarelli Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 2011 food pairing ideas, from lamb to risotto and aged cheese.
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The Ridge That Tames The Valley: Monte Bello 2018
Ridge Monte Bello 2018 is a Cabernet-led mountain blend from the Santa Cruz Mountains: deep ruby, blackcurrant, graphite, bay laurel, and cedar. Bone-dry, poised acidity, fine tensile tannins, and a long mineral finish
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Musigny’s Crown, Minus the Bullsh*t How one Chambolle estate has stared down kings, wars, and 20 generations to keep bottling the purest expression of Pinot on planet Earth
Explore the legendary legacy of Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé—Burgundy’s oldest and most iconic winery. From its 1450 origins
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The Limestone’s Whisper: Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Le Bourg 2014
Elegant Loire red meets the table: [Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny Le Bourg 2014 food pairing] ideas from lamb to truffled gratin.