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This is a straight up classic Syrah (or if you wish, “Shiraz”) paying homage to the location in the Middle East where this grape originated. True to form the black crimson color is exhibited similar to the juice of Oregon Marion Berry and those flavors carry through in the big scheme of things. Upfront are [...]

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This is another unique Willamette Valley Pinot noir from a producer who just keeps getting better. Winemaker Jim Seufert seems to have no ceiling to the amount of passion and flavor he can coax out of the berries and into a bottle. This 2009 from the Zenith vineyard a large and diverse location that supplies [...]

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I have to say I am a little embarrassed to mention that this is the first vintage of Landmark Chardonnay I have ever tasted. It is even more embarrassing when I think of how many times I have been to wine tastings in Kenwood, California. Considering the notoriety of this vineyard and how many times [...]

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This wine is made from a blend of two clones that just happen to be two of my favorites, which are the 777, and Pommard clones. The aromatics that greet your nose after opening a bottle of this fine elixir are reminiscent of ripe marionberries mingling with the earthiness that most accurately describes quintessential Willamette [...]

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This Chianti shows some sophistication that a lot of wineries fail to coax out of their Sangiovese. Complex aromas of ripe bing cherry and a hint of black pepper with nuances of fresh coffee beans and cocoa complete the aroma profile. A clean vibrant acidity reverberates through the mid-palate due to the maturation in only [...]

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A few days ago, I attended the 2nd Annual New Zealand Wine Day virtual wine tasting. Did I say virtual? Yes, I did.  Through social media channels, wine lovers and wine industry folks taste, share and engage through various online software platforms. Technology has come a long way, baby! And if you haven’t participated in this [...]

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