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Cosme

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The Mexican inspired cuisine is extraordinary, not only to eat but also to take in visually. I joined one of our alumni for lunch and was inspired by the complexity and presentation of the tasty array of small plates that … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1903 days ago

Etosha Aoba Lodge at Onguma

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Onguma Game Reserve, located on the east side of Etosha's fence line, offers a number of different options for accommodations. We chose to stay in one of the bush suites at Etosha Aoba Lodge, in one of the eleven thatched-roof … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1903 days ago

Bush Walks at Onguma Nature Reserve

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Walking in the wilds of Africa is indeed a treat and one that we pursue whenever available, after first experiencing the opportunity in Kruger. In planning this trip to Etosha, Linda found that the team at Onguma makes these bush … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1908 days ago

Halali Rest Camp

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A great pool provided a break from the late-afternoon heat spikes. The double rooms were streets ahead of those at Okaukuejo and Dennis took us on a superb 5:30 a.m. drive to see the animals. We hit the jackpot with … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1908 days ago

Okaukuejo Waterhole

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The animals who visited on the first night of our stay included three black rhino, three giraffes, two jackals and an assortment of avian friends. The waterhole is floodlit after dark to improve the visibility. In this seemingly improbable scene, … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1910 days ago

Hilton Windhoek

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This hotel is a great place to recharge after a long flight into Namibia. En route to see the big animals at Etosha National Park, we spent a night to catch up on our sleep before the distant drive north. … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1913 days ago

Molokini Snorkeling Aboard the Calypso

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The snorkeling is enjoyable for its experience of almost exclusively small fish along the edge of the rock. The personal learning for me: find a great area of coral and stop, just float and watch the activity unfold. Previously I … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1948 days ago

Iao Valley State Monument

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The landscape is stunning and lush in this verdant valley, a beautiful park to visit that is easily accessible from Kahalui. As such, it is overrun with visitors so it is prudent to visit early in the day. The hike … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1948 days ago

Fork & Salad Maui

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Compelling salads are dressed and tossed to order nothing pre-made and boxed. Added protein options include seared ahi tuna. Kombucha and homemade lemonade make for refreshing non-alcoholic libations. This was the first visit and I would definitely return in … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1949 days ago

Hawaiian Moons Natural Foods

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The freshly made to order breakfast bowls and smoothies are a delicious take-away meal for breakfast at the beach, in this case, just across the street at Kamaola One. Weve been on two occasions this year and on both trips … Continue reading →

TasteWine 1949 days ago

Sonoma State Sensory Evaluation Workshop

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Staying ahead of flaws in the cellar and quantifying perceptual differences and consumer preferences are critical to a winery?s bottom line. ?Following our return from New Zealand, Sonoma State?s Wine Business Institute will partner with VESTA to again offer this … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4017 days ago

Cyrus 1998

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Alexander Valley Vineyards, Cyrus 1998?14 years on this wine is looking youthful in the glass, with hues of red and just a hint of orange at the edge. ?In the nose an oaky expression entices with an expectation of richness.?On … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4141 days ago

Reata Chardonnay 2010

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Reata, Carneros, Chardonnay 2010 The nose features freshly baked biscuits dabbed in butter topped with peaches – you get a sense of the fruit accentuated by the winemakers touch. In the mouth the texture is luscious, buttery with the freshness … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4148 days ago

Lucien Albrecht Blanc de Blancs

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Lucien Albrecht, Cremant d?Alsace, Brut, Blanc de Blancs nv?In the nose there are fresh fruits like pears and yellow apples. ?In the mouth this wine is fruit-forward, moderately acidic with some creaminess, like one finds with the domaine's rose ? … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4253 days ago

Sonoma State Cellars

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We spent the morning at Kokomo Winery today, putting the final touches on the first release from Sonoma State Cellars. If you?re in Dry Creek Valley on Saturday, join the party that we?re throwing at Timber Crest Farms.? Bastille Day … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4278 days ago

Bollinger La Grande Annee 2000

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Bollinger, Champagne, La Grande Annee, Brut 2000?The nose is nutty, featuring dried fruits, oranges with brown spices and a note of mushrooms sauteed in butter. In the mouth this vintage is elegant, with subtle orange and apple flavors, and long, … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4281 days ago

Wines of British Airways first class

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During a trip to Italy and Slovenia we had the opportunity to sample a number of delicious wines while in the care of BA. First up was a tasting of 2 bubblies in the lounge at Heathrow. Pol Roger, Champagne, … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4281 days ago

Falesco Vitiano 2005

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Falesco, Umbria IGT, Vitiano 2005?This wine is showing nicely at a point in its evolution over 6 years since the grapes were harvested. It is light-bodied as expected, as it was in bottles tasted early on. Yet what we have … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4321 days ago

Bonterra Chardonnay 2010

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Bonterra, Mendocino County, Chardonnay 2010?The nose features fresh stones fruits and a splash of new oak. ?In the mouth the fruit expression is quite lively, citrus, apricots, peaches and the freshness of summer sunshine. Besides the Chardonnay, the grapes behind … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4321 days ago

More Red Wines of Lake County

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Bell Hill, Lake County, Merlot 2005 When first tasted in July 2009, I wrote: the nose features sweet notes of vanilla and cherries while the mouth repeats with ripe tannins, just to let you know they are there ? very … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4341 days ago

White Wines of Lake County

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Shannon Ridge, Lake County, Sauvignon Blanc 2010 Citrus is the theme throughout the nose and on the palate, crisp and refreshing. Fermented in stainless and bottled under a screwcap closure. Vinted and bottled in Geyserville 13.5% and available for $26 … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4341 days ago

Napa Cellars Dyer Vineyard Syrah 2009

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Napa Cellars, Carneros, Dyer Vineyard, Syrah 2009 This is a sweet smelling Syrah, forecasting ripe fruit on the palate. That comes through without a doubt, with loads of berries and a very supple texture. A bonus to the experience is … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4356 days ago

St. Rose Pinot Noir 2099

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St. Rose, Russian River Valley, Nunes Vineyard, Ten Block, Pinot Noir 2009 The nose features cherries and raspberries – ebulliently fruity and graced with a touch a vanilla. In the mouth the theme of fresh Pinot fruit continues on a … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4360 days ago

Bonterra Sauvignon Blanc 2010

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Bonterra, 58% Lake County, 42% Mendocino County, Sauvignon Blanc 2010 The nose is a full-on experience of citrus, as in a slice fresh grapefruit and a wedge of lemon. The flavors follow suit in the mouth with the zippiness that … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4364 days ago

Pierre Sparr Cremant d?Alsace

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Pierre Sparr, Cremant d'Alsace, Brut, Reserve The nose features sweet flowers, a perfumed character, with pears and apples.? In the mouth there is a soft impression, fruity with moderate acidity – nicely crafted as an aperitif. The grapes behind this … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4365 days ago

Glenugie Gamay Noir 2005

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We recently enjoyed a mature wine from Beaujolais so I thought it a good idea that we try a wine from the cellar made from the same grape in the New World. Some years ago we enjoyed a week's holiday … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4373 days ago

d?Arenberg Custodian 2009

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d?Arenberg, McLaren Vale, The Custodian, Grenache 2009 The nose features sweet, lolly-like berry notes that follow through in the mouth. The flavor profile is driven by the fruit, emphasizing the grapes in the vineyard while the texture is quite silky … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4378 days ago

Pellegrino Marsala

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During my visit to Pellegrino I had the opportunity to learn first-hand about one of Europe's most famous fortified wines, Marsala. While the market has faded and consumer interest in these wines has waned, a few producers soldier on making … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4378 days ago

The Wines of Donnafugata

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During our recent trip to Sicily I had the opportunity to visit with the team at Donnafugata both on the main island in Marsala and on the small and windswept island of Pantelleria. The wines run the spectrum from fresh, … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4378 days ago

Wine Business Management Online

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Greetings everyone, We had a great sensory seminar over the weekend with Pat Henderson of Kenwood and David Sandri of Wine Secrets.? Next up is an online tour of wine business management with Tim Hanni.? The application deadline is quickly … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4440 days ago

Sonoma State ? VESTA Sensory Workshop

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Staying ahead of flaws in the cellar and quantifying differences and preferences are critical to a winery?s bottom line.? Following the conclusion of Unified, Sonoma State?s Wine Business Institute will partner with VESTA to offer a workshop focusing on sensory … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4447 days ago

Wine Entrepreneurship at Sonoma State

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I am delighted to announce that Anisya Thomas Fritz, proprietor of Lynmar Estate, will lead Sonoma State?s Wine Entrepreneurship Course.? I had the good fortune to meet Dr. Fritz at Lynmar after she brought on an intern from Sonoma State?s … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4455 days ago

More Red Wines of Lake County

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Brassfield, High Valley Appellation, High Serenity Ranch Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2010 The nose sports fresh cherries with lashings of freshly split oak. In the mouth it is light-bodied and silky smooth ? nice. Estate Grown, produced and bottled in Clearlake … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4536 days ago

More White Wines of Lake County

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Brassfield, High Valley, High Serenity Ranch, Estate Bottled, inot Grigio 2009 This Pinot Grigio is clean and fruity, with the crisp character you would associate with the Alto Adige and the fruitiness that speaks of California sunshine. Estate bottled in … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4536 days ago

Lagunitas tasting and mixer

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A pint of ale in the wine country?Lagunitas is hosting another after-work mixer to support the Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State. Raise a glass with us next Tuesday evening, August 30. Details and tickets are available online: Party at … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4600 days ago

Gallo Family Vineyards, Sonoma Coast, Two Rock Vineyard, Chardonnay 2008

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The nose features minerality and golden delicious apples. In the mouth there is the vivacious flavor of Granny Smith apples and lots of acidity. At the same time the texture is thick, dense like a deep down comforter. The Two … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4601 days ago

Leeuwin Art Series Cabernet 2003

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Leeuwin Estate, Margaret River, Art Series, Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 The nose sports cherries, both dried and fresh, cocoa, dusty and sandy Cape Leeuwin pathways and pipe tobacco. In the mouth, this wine, less than ten years on since the harvest, … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4665 days ago

St. Supery Elu 2005

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St. Supery, Napa Valley, Elu 2005 The nose features Cassis and cigar box, some leafy, Bordeauxish character, complex and sprinkled as if with fresh tobacco. In the mouth this wine is chewy yet approachable, enhanced with oak. Think of serving … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4677 days ago

Seghesio Barbera 2009

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Seghesio, Alexander Valley, Barbera 2009 This wine always exudes a sweetness in nose, displaying its ripe fruit and oaky accents.??In the mouth it is supple and rich, with a viscosity not often seen in Barbera – very decadent. This has … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4677 days ago

Balletto Pinot Noir 2009

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Balletto, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, Estate Bottled, Pinot Noir 2009 ?The nose features fresh strawberries and rhubarb with a bit of forest floor for complexity. In the mouth the fruit is fresh and vibrant, the body is light and … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4677 days ago

Hanna Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2010

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Hanna, Russian River Valley, Estate Grown, Sauvignon Blanc 2010 ?Notes back through the 2004 vintage show a consistent thread of bright citrus and high acidity. The?latest release, 2010,?couples the citrus with freshly cut grass as in the '09. A bit … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4677 days ago

Another Taste of the Wines of South Coast Winery

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The team at VESTA joined today's tasting of wines from Southern California.? Ray's sense of time zones (or lack of sense) led to us beginning at 4:00 p.m. Central Time, giving us the jump on the group tasting in Temecula.? … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4690 days ago

Innocent Bystander Moscato 2010

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Innocent Bystander, Victoria, Moscato 2010 This wine is delightful – ebullient with the smell and taste of fresh strawberries, sprinkled with sugar. The body is light and the bubbles add lift, creating a refreshing sensation for the summer. Bottled under … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4700 days ago

Shooting Star Riesling 2009

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Shooting Star, Lake County, Riesling 2009 The new vintage gives a reprise performance of the '08: the nose features plenty of peaches with sweet floral notes while in the mouth the stone fruit is complemented by a moderate amount of … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4705 days ago

Ceago Muscat 2009

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Ceago Vinegarden, Clear Lake, Del Lago, Estate Grown, Muscat Canelli 2009 The nose features fresh flowers, especially if you give it 15 minutes in the glass to open up ? then you?ll find an explosion of orange blossoms and a … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4705 days ago

Red Wines of Lake County

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Brassfield, High Valley Appellation, High Serenity Ranch Vineyard, Pinot Noir The nose sports fresh cherries and strawberries. In the mouth it is light-bodied, equally showy with red fruit and silky smooth ? nice. Estate Grown, produced and bottled in Clearlake … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4705 days ago

Clif The Climber Red 2009

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Clif Family Winery, California, The Climber, Red Wine 2009 This is abundantly fruity, with a profound sense of blackberries, plums and I'm not sure what else. This recalls a recent discussion among with a group of colleagues who write and … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4724 days ago

Viansa Reserve Chardonnay 2009

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Viansa, Carneros – Sonoma Valley, Reserve, Chardonnay 2009 This is a rich style of Chardonnay, with the smell of apple pie – think of the freshly baked crust sprinkled with brown spices. In the mouth the theme of richness continues … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4724 days ago

Leeuwin Siblings 2009

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Leeuwin Estate, Margaret River, Siblings 2009 This vintage has 62% Sauvignon Blanc and 38% Semillon in the mix. The nose features a combination of grass, citrus and gooseberry. In the mouth the citrus is pronounced, as if eating very ripe … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4727 days ago

Kilikanoon Mort?s Block Riesling 2009

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Kilikanoon, Clare Valley, Watervale, Mort's Block, Riesling 2009 The nose displays fresh flowers, apricots and a note of petrol. In the mouth, the concentration is intense, with lots of minerality, lots of acidity and great length – very nice. This … Continue reading →

TasteWine 4728 days ago
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