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Italians have been a part of my life from the day I was born. My mother’s stepfather migrated from a small village south of Rome to Australia when he was 14 and his four younger brothers eventually all joined him. He was one of the most intelligent people in my life, and the person I [...]

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We all know Australia produces ripe, rich wines like Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. But what if I told you Australia produces cool-climate style wines as well? Would you believe me? On a recent trip, I participated on an international panel of wine writers to uncover the true character of Australian wine. What I found was [...]

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Here is the 5-minute Pebble Beach Food & Wine recap. Interviewed: Drew Barrymore.  She says that women like ice in their wine, and her “Pinot Grigio has beautiful notes and it is lacking in acidity.” Interviewer tries not to look horrified. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Vino reports on the statements as Jon Bonne chimes in on [...]

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Editors Note:  As many of you know, we invite guest writers to bring different experiences and perspectives on the world of wine. Today, James Scarcebrook, the Intrepid Wino of Melbourne, is here to give us his take on his homeland wines of Australia.  I met James on a recent trip while heading to Barossa, and [...]

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G’day Mates! Marc and I are here in Australia and tired as hell from the dreaded 17-hour flight. After a nap, we’ll begin our exploration by hitting as many wineries, wine bars and restaurants in Victoria and South Australia, journo’n as much as we can with the available wifi. What makes this trip so special [...]

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How hard do winemakers work . . . especially at startup? Last week, I had the privilege of a long visit with Bill Fuller, co-founder of Tualatin Vineyards near Forest Grove, Oregon. Now, Bill is a good friend going back almost to his 1971 arrival in Oregon, but there is something really special about discussing [...]

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