All Out Wine

• February 2011

  Merlot has had a rough time over the past few years. Once everyone’s favorite easy-drinking red, Merlot was stigmatized by Miles’ famous line in Sideways: “We are not drinking any %^@#ing Merlot!” So, what were we drinking before we had this group infatuation with Pinot Noir then? Well, it was Merlot!So, where is Merlot today? It’s a good questi... Read More

  From the article Merlot Makes a Comeback

  
  

• February 2011

  A group of fearless bloggers is now in Friuli, Italy, and reporting daily on their adventures. All of their blog posts can be found at http://cof2011.com/ as well as on each individual's blog. We are thrilled to be able to bring their reporting to you and encourage you to visit their blogs daily for exciting Friulian updates from Jeremy Parze... Read More

  From the article A Hug After Rough Secs

  
  

• February 2011

  I tried Luccio Rosa and found out that they do not  make it anymore. It was my first bottle of wine and loved it. My sister told me some more to try if I liked that and she gave me Stella Rose wich was good. And Macodo. They are both very good but would like to expand. Please help if you have any idea's. I have tried the Yellowtail and really, r... Read More

  Forum post in the topic Beginner looking for good...

  
  
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  February 2011

  Old World Winery Syrah Blend North Coast Field Blend Two Vineyards 2006

  Snoothrank:

  Sour plum, soil and spice tones greet the nose with a menthol top note and some nicely nuanced, stemmy tobacco and lightly toasted coffee bean accents. In the mouth this is bright and juicy with a really dark medicinal tone running right through the mid-palate. there's some more coffee/mocha notes up front which are followed by mineral laden wil... Read More

  Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz

  
  

• February 2011

  It seems to me that no grape or wine creates as much heated debate as the humble chardonnay.We read about the great white burgundies and their legendary status, ageing capacity and amazing flavour profile, yet we the wine consumer seem to want to find an ever increasing number of reasons to dislike it.We even have the ABC Club [Anything But Char... Read More

  Forum post in the topic Chardonnay - The Much...

  
  

• February 2011

  With Valentine’s Day upon us, many people will be analyzing every detail to ensure a perfect evening. From the flowers to the chocolate, menu to music, every element will be considered and reconsidered for maximum love impact.If we were honest with ourselves, our wine choice would be easy, as it always is. Simply serve the wine you like the best... Read More

  From the article Top Wines for Valentine's

  
  

• February 2011

  I have finally got my hands on some Californian WinesJustin 08 Justification 65% Cab Franc 35% Merlot - Paso RoblesZD 08 California Chardonnay - Napa ValleyGroth 07 Cabernet Sauvignon - Oakville Napa ValleyFlowers 08 Pinot Noir - Sonoma CoastI am keen to get opinions on what I should expect from these wines.Also what you would eat with these win... Read More

  Forum post in the topic California Wine

  
  

• February 2011

  I know we love all types of wine.. and it does depend upon the food pairing, but does anyone just have that favorite wine... the "go to" wine when you want something great?I'll tell you mine... 2008 Lioco Sonoma Coast pinot noir.  I have tasted SO much pinot this year- even recently- that I really liked.  I have even tasted extensively up in Wil... Read More

  Forum post in the topic So what is your favorite wine...

  
  

• February 2011

  With January behind us, and everyone -- yours truly included -- making predictions about what’s hot and what’s not these days, it’s a good time to take a look and see what the data says.Here at Snooth we’re a data-driven company, constantly testing and teasing information from the results, so it’s second nature to us to look through all the data... Read More

  From the article What is Hot in 2011?

  
  

• February 2011

  G'day.I'm an Australian currently working in a vineyard in France and thinking of moving to the US later this year to start my studies in wine making/viticulture.Can anyone recommend any descent universities around California or wherever that offer Wine Making/Viticultural courses?Cheers,Simon Read More

  Forum post in the topic American Wine Schools?

  
  

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