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Petite Sirah: French Reject Excels in California
Published on 2012-02-21 19:47:44
Producers who do an excellent job with the grape, and whose wines have a track record of aging well, include Corté Riva, Foley, Freemark Abbey, Ridge, Robert Biale, Rosenblum, Stags' Leap and Turley. Other newer producers who are producing delicious versions are Aver Family, David Fulton, Gustafson, Heringer Estates, Mettler Family, Stanton and Tres Sabores. A brand new, small Sonoma-based producer I was quite impressed with is Trueheart. Good producers of bargain priced versions of Petite Sira
Stunning 2010 Burgundies: Frederick Wildman Tasting
Published on 2012-02-20 14:10:47
There's been a lot of buzz about Burgundy's 2010 vintage as a very special year for both whites and reds, following on the already much ballyhooed 2009 vintage. This annual trade tasting through Frederick Wildman's Burgundy producers was my first opportunity to sample a range of 2010s. I was very impressed.
Acid & Smoke: The Styles of Sauvignon Blanc
Published on 2012-02-15 06:48:49
What white wine goes well with a wide range of foods, from salads and vegetable dishes, to seafood dishes, lemon chicken and many cheeses? Sauvignon Blanc. And what's one of the best values you can find on any restaurant wine list? Yup, again, Sauvignon Blanc.
