Articles
Antonio Galloni, August 7, 2020
Readers will find a wealth of superb wines to explore in this year’s crop of new releases from Santa Barbara. A mix of established producers upping their games and younger winemakers building their reputations are at the heart of one of the most dynamic regions anywhere in the world. The 2018 harvest gave producers the raw materials to make stunning wines that capture the promise I sensed when I first started tasting the vintage from barrel last year, but quality is variable in some, so a little care is essential.
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Vinous Table
Sorrel, Dorking, United Kingdom
Neal Martin, July 2020
I vowed that as soon as Sorrel reopened, I would publish my Vinous Table, crossing my fingers that it would not be another victim of COVID-19. The fact that you are reading this confirms that Sorrel has again opened its doors.
Vinous Favorites
2019 Bisci Verdicchio di Matelica, 90 points
Honied florals, crisp yellow apple and hints of citrus set the stage for soothing textures that balance ripeness of fruit against stimulating mineral tones. A sweet-and-sour sensation creates further intrigue, as well as lending a drink-me-now persona to the wine. (EG)
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Cellar Favorites
2015 Jean-François Ganevat Côtes de Jura Les Chalasses Vieilles Vignes
Neal Martin, August 2020
The Jura is both underground and hip at the moment. By that I mean its top producers are the stuff of sommeliers’ dreams, attracting a loyal, niche following of wine-lovers, without translating into huge sales or mainstream acceptance.
2007 Château de Pibarnon Bandol
Soldera: A Look at the 2013 & 2014
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Vinous Live! - Wine Conversations & Seminars
August 11, 2020
Vinous Live!
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