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Burgundy v Barolo tasting
I recently was fortunate to enjoy a challenge tasting of Burgundy verses Barolo. Three flights and a bonus Barolo were poured each consisting the classic grape varieties of Nebbiolo and Pinot Noir. First lets broadly refresh ourselves of these two varieties. Pinot … Continue reading
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Grange Hermitage record sale and more
A a full set of Penfolds Grange has just sold for a world record $294,320 at auction in South Australia. The winning bid broke the previous world record of $260,300 set in August. The set comprises one bottle from every … Continue reading
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Tempranillo bargain buy for Christmas
My love affair with Spanish grape varieties continues…. I have stumbled across a real bargain for you! First lets understand the grape variety. Tempranillo, a high quality red wine grape is grown all over Spain except in the hot south and … Continue reading
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The top Cabernet Sauvignons in Australia
The 2017 results for the second Halliday Australian Cabernet Challenge have been released. The competition was judged in conjunction with the Langton’s Margaret River Wine Show held earlier in November. 31 regions submitted cabernets and all vintages were eligible and judged … Continue reading
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Prestigious NZ wine award trophies announced
Marlborough Chardonnay cleans up! The 2016 Isabel Chardonnay Marlborough has won the prestigious Air New Zealand Champion Wine of the Show trophy, as well as the Rabobank Champion Chardonnay trophy. The second highest accolade of the evening, the O-I New Zealand Reserve … Continue reading
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