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2020 Ferrari Carano Fumé Blanc ($13.99)  One of the first two wines Ferrari-Carano ever made 40 years ago, this Fumé Blanc is from Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in Sonoma County — Dry Creek, Al...
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ever wonder
* Photo by Christine Isakzhanova on Unsplash * We know that wine is a lovely drink made from fermented fruit, but what exactly is in a bottle of wine? Water Wine is usually comprised of 80-90% water that is directly extracted from squeeze...
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2022 Daou Chardonnay ($16) Daniel Daou always had dreams of becoming a winemaker, but as a young man in France, this was completely out of reach. He placed this dream on the back-burner, but the pulse of that dream never truly faded. It was always...
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general
Embarking on a “Dry January” involves voluntarily abstaining from alcohol consumption for the entire month of January. This practice has gained popularity as a New Year’s resolution, with individuals choosing a temporary break from drinking to kick...
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ever wonder
* Photo by Mario Amé on Unsplash * There is a lot of wine ‘lingo’ that gets tossed around. And here is yet another phrase that is commonly used - grippy tannin. One of the components of a wine, especially a red wine, is its tannin. It is der...
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2022 Domaine Bousquet Alavida Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon ($18) Alavida Cabernet Sauvignon joins an exclusive group of wines: it’s USDA-certified organic and kosher. As Argentina’s first wine of its kind, Alavida stands as one of the few wines globa...
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2021 Ameri Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon ($36) Named after Domaine Bousquet co-owner Labid al Ameri, this Ameri Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is not just “single vineyard” but also “specific cluster,” and it’s only produced in exceptiona...
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2023 Viña Progreso Overground Viognier ($26) The Viña Progreso Overground collection is named “overground” in contrast to “underground” because these wines are more refined and approachable. Their objective is never to replicate an international ...
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Domaine Bousquet, a French-Argentine estate, has achieved success with its certified organic fruit, high-altitude terroir, and unique profile. Their naturally elegant and environmentally friendly wines have gained global recognition, now available ...
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2023 Familie Lahusen Riesling ($25) Meet Bodega Los Cerros de San Juan, the oldest winery in Uruguay! They make this Familie Lahuesen Riesling. Their vineyards are just a few kilometers from Colonia and Carmelo in the southwestern part of Uruguay,...
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