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WINE REVIEWS February 14, 2009

Review 2007 Domaine R. Rostaing Condrieu “La Bonnette”

2007 Domaine R. Rostaing, Condrieu “La Bonnette” If you enjoy Viognier you will love this example from a classic region. In the glass it is bright with a medium lemon core fading to a water white rim. The nose is clean with medium plus intense aromas of rose pedal, peach and apricot nectar which is  [...]

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WINE REVIEWS November 9, 2008

REVIEW: 2004 Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie “Blonde du Leigneur”

REVIEW: 2004 Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie “Blonde du Leigneur”

The Story: Domaine George Vernay was founded by (as the name would imply) George Vernay. Today the winery and vineyards are run by his children, Luc and Christine Vernay and the estate extends over 16 hectares. Seven (17.3 acres) of the 16 hectares (39.5 acres) are in the appellation Condrieu, of which three hectares (7.5 [...]

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COMMENTARY February 23, 2012

The Stories Behind Wine Episode 1 – Port

Port

History-Science-Party

We talk to Nick Poleto Director of wine education for Kobrand Imports. Get out your smoking jacket, light up your cigars and kick back to the soothing tales of Port.

COMMENTARY September 26, 2010

Wine Soiree- An interview with Andrew Lazorchak

Wine Soiree- An interview with Andrew Lazorchak

ChrisO, from vintuba.com, interviews Andrew Lazorchak from Wine Soiree, the man behind the latest wine aeration innovation. Watch as wine is spilled, decanters hugged, and millionaires made.

COMMENTARY July 30, 2010

Podcast 23-Value from Bordeaux

Podcast 23-Value from Bordeaux

We are particularly excited about this podcast because we get to discuss a topic that is not usually associated with this region, and that is value. Join us as we taste through 3 wines; a white, rose, and red wine from the broader appellations of Bordeaux. All of the wines we taste are in the sub $15 range and deliver on the promise of good QPR (quality price ratio).

COMMENTARY July 1, 2010

Rhone where you want to – An interview with John Alban

Rhone where you want to – An interview with John Alban

Ever wonder why the annual Hospice du Rhone event is held in Paso Robles California and not the Rhone Valley of France? Well so did we! We asked John Alban, the founder of and chief evangelist of the Hospice du Rhone movement, this very question and many others and got answers that may surprise you. Who would have thought that you would hear Rhone wines mentioned in the same sentence as Baskin Robins, 80′s big hair glam rock, and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. What are some of your favorite Rhone style wines?

COMMENTARY June 19, 2010

On the Verge at Hospice du Rhone 2010

On the Verge at Hospice du Rhone 2010

ChrisO interviews Jay Kell from Verge Winery at the 2010 Hospice du Rhone Grand Tasting. Find out what this wine has in common with Queen Latifah and Burning Man.

COMMENTARY May 24, 2010

Catching a Mutineer – The Alan Kropf Interview

Catching a Mutineer – The Alan Kropf Interview

While at Hospice du Rhone 2010 we were able to catch up with Alan Kropf of Mutineer Magazine. Watch this video to see what it takes to hang with the big boys in the wine and spirits publications world.

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