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(aka. Elbing, Monbaden)

How low this once mighty grape has fallen! There was a time when Burger produced more wine in California than any other single variety. In fact, Burger produced more wine in the Golden State than all other white read more...varieties combined. However, Burger has plunged from its perch as the most planted vinifera variety in the pre-varietal revolution days. Today, it's a non-contender. Originally, Burger’s capability to produce generous yields and its tolerance for hot and dry conditions gave it a niche in California’s San Joaquin Valley. Its Central Valley plantings still play an important role in the jug wine and cooler market. Recent DNA investigations at UC Davis have revealed Burger to be the offspring of the Cognac grapes Ugni Blanc and Folle Blanc. This shouldn’t be such a shock, considering its geographic origins in the Charentes department of France.

Mrs. Burger, you were a dutiful Central Valley mom
in the 1950s. You were ever reliable, ensuring that
your boys at the wineries were always well fed with
heaping portions of acid-rich fruit. As your boys
grew, they began to spend time with the more worldly
Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Now that the kids
have grown and ventured to the coast, you don't see
them as much as you would like. Don't worry Mrs. Burger,
if asked, they would fondly reminisce about how you
nurtured them as youths. Besides, you know that
they'll always come back home whenever they need a
well-balanced meal.    (hide)

AnnikaS reviewed Weingut Berger Leginthov Zweigelt Classic 2005:

October 2009

AnnikaS

Some weeks ago I tasted the Zweigelt from Weingut Berger Leginthov. I was surprised - the Zweigelt was excellent. The colour was dark red and it tasted very fruity. I believe it smelled like fresh berries. I am sure I have...

Weingut Berger Leginthov Zweigelt Classic 2005

Starting at $9^.22 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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jrgumby reviewed Les Bourgeois Vineyards Pink Fox NV:

October 2009

jrgumby

This stuff is foul. It looks pretty enough in the bottle, and that is the only place it has any business being. It tastes sort of like cranberry vitamin water or watered down nyquil, but with a spectacularly chemical...

Les Bourgeois Vineyards Pink Fox NV

Starting at $9^.75 Snoothrank: 2/5

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GuidoMae reviewed Chateau de Malleret Cru Bourgeois Superieur 2003:

October 2009

GuidoMae

I wouldn't decant it. Love it after a couple of minutes swirling in the glass. We had it with lamb which was a great combination. Nice complex wine with good and elegant body

Chateau de Malleret Cru Bourgeois Superieur 2003

Starting at $25^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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Honeybells wrote in the forum topic: My dilemma with wine...

September 2009

Honeybells

Aloha Greg! I knew you wouldn't let me down. I will be busy, (and tipsy), ... for awhile! As for the Ono Burger from Paia Fish Market... that happened last week. ;-) Paia is a great food town. When you come back, DO...

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Gregory Dal Piaz wrote in the forum topic: My dilemma with wine...

September 2009

Gregory Dal Piaz

Ono Burger at Paia Fish Market. Just had to get that out. Sucshi? Muscadet of Txacoli. Pizza, I really like beer with pizza, it's yeasty and yeasty but sparkling wine works well and sparkling red wine even better!...

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Honeybells wrote in the forum topic: My dilemma with wine...

September 2009

Honeybells

Ahhh... So many wines, so little time, and such a small budget... I am trying ... I'm more of a portobello burger kind of girl. I cook everyday, from scratch, (mainly organic), and my versatility in the kitchen far...

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Gregory Dal Piaz

September 2009

Gregory Dal Piaz

Wine to Tailgate With Transform your Sundays with Spicy Chicken and ... the exclusive domaine of burgers and Brats, and there is nothing wrong with a well-cooked burger or Brat might I add, today’s tailgaters...

tailleur reviewed Les Bourgeois Vineyards Riverboat Red NV:

September 2009

tailleur

One of our favorite red wines.

Les Bourgeois Vineyards Riverboat Red NV

Starting at $6^.79 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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Gregory Dal Piaz

August 2009

Gregory Dal Piaz

The thrill of the grill Four great wines ... to pair with everything form Burgers to Duck! Summer is my favorite season for many reasons but chief among them is the...

Raphael Santos wrote in the forum topic: Going to Napa

June 2009

Raphael Santos

Taylors refresher - if seared ahi tuna burger with wasabi slaw sounds like something you like, you should go, also best garlic fries in the world, and their other burgers are also top notch. note: try to go at 11:30am if...

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