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(Melon de Bourgogne, Muscadet, Weisserburgunder)

In the 1970s and 1980s, in a period when varietal accuracy on wine labels was often a secondary thought much of what was thought to be Pinot Blanc in California were actually plantings of Melon. Today, this grape is a minor variety in the Golden State, with small plantings in the cooler areas of the North and Central Coast regions. In such cool, coastal conditions, Melon can make balanced table wines with good flavor. Not surprising, since this old Burgundian variety,once widely grown in that area,is most associated with an even cooler coastal region. In France, Melon is mainly used to make white wines known as Muscadet from the Loire Valley's extreme western edge, known as the Nantes, which borders the Atlantic ocean. Here it makes light acidic white wines, with tart acidity, citric fruit character that often possess a salty character. The best of these come from the Muscadet de Sevre et Maine AOC, where many of the wines are aged sur lie to take on extra Read more »

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One Man, 40 Rieslings

There's an argument to be made for Riesling, and it's made on a regular basis. It goes something like this: Riesling is great, it's flexible and it's food friendly, with wines ranging from dry to syrupy sweet, so there's something for everyone to like....

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Wine to Pair with the Feast of the Seven Fishes

While this is a classic Italian, and more specifically Southern Italian, way of celebrating Christmas Eve, its broad appeal is undeniable. What could be better than a meal composed of seven small plates of perfectly prepared fish dishes?

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Cava and Other Sparklers

Cava, Cava, Cava, Cava, Cava Chameleon. You come and go, you come and go. Loving would be easy if your colors were like my dreams, Red gold and green, red gold and green.

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Gruner Around the Globe

Gruner Veltliner, arguably the original hipster wine, has grown up and become a standard in the classical pantheon of top white wines. Along the way it was revealed that in Austria, Gruner is often a simple table wine, served in crown-capped liter bott...

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The Cool Grapes of Connecticut's Wine Trail

Cold, snow, leaves changing color, New York City, Martha's Vineyard....most of you out there might think there's just a lot of preppy talk going on up here in New England. What many people don't know is that Connecticut, despite it's continually changi...

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What We've Been Reading

Sometimes we forget that many wine professionals are not just out to sell us wine, but they also want to provide us with valuable information. Among the many retailers out there are many individuals who are in this business as much to make a living as ...

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Unoaked Dub

For today's Wine and Music pairing I chose a refreshing 2006 California Chardonnay and a flavorful Dub album which was released in 2007. The wine is fermented in 100% stainless steel and therefore has minimal oak influence. Unoaked wine is know...

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Marvelous Muscadet

While October means the end of the warm season for many, for others, it marks the beginning of oyster season, a tradition that has its roots in ancient Rome. The fall oyster-eating season—months ending in “er”—spawned from an old belief that oysters we...

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The Puglian Job, Part II

Today, in addition to continuing my discussion about the state of the Puglian wine industry, I’ll also be taking a look at some of the perennial next-greatest unknown wines of Italy: Aglianico. I was fortunate to taste these wines, as well as the Pugli...

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    Viticulture in California began in the 1700s as Spanish missionaries worked their way north fro...

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    Perhaps no country evokes such strong associations with fine wine as does France. Its reputatio...

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    The history of Oregon wine-making dates back to the mid 1800s. Horticulturalist Henderson Luell...

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Melon on Snooth

  • Turnbull Wine Cellars Old Vines Sauvignon Blanc 2012

    May 2013

    Turnbull Wine Cellars Old Vines Sauvignon Blanc 2012

    Snoothrank:

    Musty nose of melon. Juicy bubblegum-like acidity. Nice acidity and a crisp profile. Lots of tropical fruit flavor. Nice. 89 pts.5/10/13 at winery Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • May 2013

    Gruner Veltliner, arguably the original hipster wine, has grown up and become a ... fruit here, lime pith and melon rind, but this is as savory as it is fruity and turns somewhat steeley on the modest finish. Good intensity to the flavors and well-balanced, this is an interesting if small and somewhat simple wine. Should be great with simple fo... Read More

    From the article Gruner Around the Globe


  • Sitios de Bodega 'Con Class' Rueda White 2011

    May 2013

    Sitios de Bodega 'Con Class' Rueda White 2011

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    This a nice refreshing blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Verdejo, and another native ... flavors of citrus, apple, melon give it a nicer quality than Sauvignon Blanc. Good price and surprising nice win Read More

    Wine review by Welkja


  • Pelee Island Chenin Blanc Vidal 2010

    May 2013

    Pelee Island Chenin Blanc Vidal 2010

    Snoothrank:

    What a delicious and savory white from Pelee Island, Ontario, Canada! The color ... of citrus, pineapple, and melon tantalized my senses! Mouth feel was medium in weight with a good acidity level. Flavors of young white peach, melon, and pineapple abound! On my second sip, more tropical fruit, mineral, and flinty notes came through. Clean and r... Read More

    Wine review by WineSplash


  • Priest Ranch Grenache Rosé 2012

    May 2013

    Priest Ranch Grenache Rosé 2012

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    Pink flowers and pink candy on the nose. Light, fresh melon, watermelon and strawberry flavors. Cantaloupe. Nice and refreshing. 89 pts.5/8/13 Yountville Tasting Room Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Van Der Heyden White Table Wine NV

    May 2013

    Van Der Heyden White Table Wine NV

    Snoothrank:

    Lovely honeysuckle on the nose. Fresh flowers. Semi-sweet on the palate and ... ... Good body. Flavors of melon, pear, citrus. It's very floral. Nice and easy drinking. Good balance of sweetness. 87 pts.5/8/13 at wine Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Sanders Family Winery Harmony NV

    May 2013

    Sanders Family Winery Harmony NV

    Snoothrank:

    Nose of quince. Flavors of strawberry, citrus and melon. Sweet light red. Not my style of wine, but well crafted for those that like it.84 pts. Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Stolpman Vineyards La Coppa Blanc Santa Ynez Valley 2009

    May 2013

    Stolpman Vineyards La Coppa Blanc Santa Ynez Valley 2009

    Snoothrank:

    Pretty, almost golden color in the glass. Very big nose--the Viognier (30%) ... Viognier comes through--some melon hints, some spicy hints, some mineral hints. Very pleasing tartness brings lemony hints. I am looking forward to having this wine with a grilled halibut fillet, tonight. US$19.99 at the Wine Club in Santa Ana. Read More

    Wine review by EMark


  • Patz & Hall Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2010

    May 2013

    Patz & Hall Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2010

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    Tight and focused on the nose with layers of mineral, floral, and slightly herb ... ... exotic mango and musk melon flavors early on the palate. This has a fine underlying mineral note, that really drives the finish, but comes off as just a little loose on the palate. The oak is well judged but adds a bit of heaviness to the flavors here. Show... Read More

    Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz


  • Pratsch Gruner Veltliner 2011

    May 2013

    Pratsch Gruner Veltliner 2011

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    Lightly aromatic on the nose with hints o white pepper and dried grass ... ... fruit here, lime pith and melon rind, but this is as savory as it is fruity and turns somewhat steely on the modest finish. Good intensity to the flavors and well balanced, this is an interesting if small and somewhat simple wine. Should be great with simple food. C... Read More

    Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz


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