Malbec turns fifteen… from a borrowed bottle to a country’s signature drink
How Malbec went from a rustic French grape to Argentina’s national icon, shaped by altitude, young winemakers, and tradition.
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When Things Ripe
A reflection on Don Julio, Amar y Vivir, ratings, patience, and how perfect ripeness and careful vineyard work define Tacana Malbec.
The Secret Behind Napa Valley’s Heavenly Wine: A Complete Napa Valley Wine Guide
Discover what makes Napa Valley one of the world’s most iconic wine regions. From grapes and terroir to subregions and styles, here is your complete Napa Valley wine guide.
The #1 REASON people love Pinot Noir
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When Tariffs Threaten the Vine
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The TRUTH nobody tells you about Champagne VS Prosecco!
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The Sun, the Mood, and the Wine
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Paris, France February dragged. Grey skies. Cold mornings. Short days. Paris felt heavy. It’s that time of year when the seasons shift, when…
Top 5 Affordable Wines that taste Expensive!
Five affordable wines that taste expensive, from crisp whites to complex reds, chosen for their depth, balance and incredible value.
Two Years in the Making: An Exclusive Offer from Legendary Matías Etchart
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$300 Wine Tasting: A Critical Review of Joseph Phelps Insignia
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/J-4zsti5dmA” src_webm=”https://youtu.be/qEVLV3SGGII” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”75%” width_tablet=”85%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] “I spent $300 on this bottle so you don’t have to“… This week, Julien tastes…