Without doubt, bloggers are getting attention on both a national and regional level. Two nights ago, Artesa winery played host to several local wine and food bloggers, treating us to an outstanding dinner. This is my review of the wines and food. FULL DISCLOSURE: The dinner and wines were all paid for / provided...
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In my earliest days of wine education, I had a sensei who worked at a shop that did free wine tastings every Saturday. They were always packed and often times, filled with folks who were obviously there to just drink some free stuff with no intention of making a purchase. There were a handful...
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I admit it, I am bias against Chardonnay. Oh sure, you put some bubbles in it, call it blanc de blancs and I’ll forget all about my typical wave of the hand dismissal. As for the non-bubbly stuff, I’ve just not found one that really got me excited to drink more. I’d much rather...
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FULL DISCLOSURE: I received this wine as a press sample.
When it comes to Chardonnay, I prefer it bubbling. I have rarely taken any pleasure in the popular style of California Chardonnay where oak is more the star, leaving the wine to play second fiddle.
I’d rather have a nice crisp Chenin or Sauvignon Blanc,...
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Okay, so fall rolls in and I’m drinking more whites than ever? What gives? Have I gone crazy? No, I’ve just been blessed with a plethora of free wine lately and a fair bit of it happens to have been white. Yes, this is another wine I didn’t have to pay for, so take...
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