Humans have made wine since the dawn of civilization, and wine is consumed worldwide. But only a few countries make wine. One of the leaders is Spain.
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Mention Argentina’s scenic Mendoza wine region, and Malbec will likely come to your mind. But today we have a good Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon for you.
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Art of Earth Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon’s dark purple color shades to an attractive garnet edge. Ripe currants, cherry, and plum scents lead into a bright, freshly acidic flavor that follows the nose. Juicy red cherries and mixed fruit carry through with soft tannins that linger in an appealing, oak-free flavor.
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Every time I enjoy another excellent Chenin Blanc, I smack my forehead and ask myself, “Why don’t I do this more often?” And yet, here we are.
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Organic and biodynamic and widely available for less than $20, Lena Filliatreau Saumur is one of the best value Loire Chenin Blancs I’ve enjoyed in a while. Clear gold in color, it breathes delicious scents of honeydew melon, clover honey, white flowers, and complex citrus notes of lemon, lime, and lime zest. All that fruit comes together in a rich, full-bodied flavor that’s dry but so textured that it almost seems as sweet as ripe, juicy fruit.
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Many years ago I dismissed Valpolicella as a pleasant but very cheap Italian red. This week I celebrate one that I have to limit to our subscribers whose support helps me pay for it. How did that happen?
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At first glance, Los Conejos Malditos might look like a wine to avoid: A cute animal on the label often signals a forgettable wine. But this Spanish Tempranillo from Castille counters that conventional wisdom.
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Very dark purple in color with a garnet edge, Los Conejos Malditos breathes good, characteristic Tempranillo aromas and flavors: Black cherries, a whiff of licorice, and a hint of something floral like violets. Black cherries and plums are well structured with brisk acidity and soft but perceptible tannins in its flavor.
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When it comes to Lambrusco, I seem to keep repeating myself. Every few years I run across another excellent, artisanal example that makes me go “wow!” And every time, I have a similar response: “This is not like the old cheap Lambrusco we used to buy.”
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Made with organically grown Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro grapes, Fiorini “Becco Rosso” shows a very dark purple color, pouring with a fizzy lavender mousse that piles up in the glass like soft-serve ice cream, then falls back to a persistent foam that rings the glass. Aromas open up to juicy cherries and cranberry; firm acidity more than balances slight residual sugar.
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