Each week, I spotlight a wine that truly stands out—whether for its singular character, compelling backstory, or the sheer joy it brings in the glass. This week’s pick: the 2021 Jolie-Laide Trousseau Gris from the Fanucchi-Wood Road Vineyard in Sonoma’s Russian River Valley. I first tasted Jolie-Laide’s Trousseau Gris at the Seven % Solution tasting…
Author: Martin D. Redmond
Wine of the Week: 2023 Yorba Greco di Oro Shake Ridge Vineyard
Each week, I spotlight a wine that truly stands out—whether for its singular character, compelling backstory, or the sheer joy it brings in the glass. This week’s pick is a golden gem: the 2023 Yorba Greco di Oro from Shake Ridge Vineyard. This is a wine that tells a story of reinvention—of how a family…
Wine of the Week; 2022 Enfield Wine Co. Chardonnay Brosseau Vineyard
Each week, I highlight a wine that leaves a lasting impression—whether for its distinctive character, compelling story, or sheer drinking pleasure. This week’s standout: the 2022 Enfield Wine Co. Chardonnay Brousseau Vineyard. This week’s pick is especially exciting because I’m a huge fan of Enfield Wine Co.’s Chardonnays. They’re always fresh, beautifully textured, and bursting with…
From the Dolomites to Your Glass: Tasting 4 Alpine Reds and a Refreshing Kretzer #ItalianFWT
This month the Italian Food Wine and Travel (#ItalianFWT) group is diving into Italian reds and whites—or in my case, a rosato! Our exploration is hosted Cam of Culinary Cam, and you can find her invitation post here. Recently, I had the chance to join a fascinating webinar introducing Kellerei Bozen, a prominent cooperative winery…
Wine of the Week: 2021 Heinrich Mayr Südtirol Kretzer
Each week, I highlight a wine that leaves a lasting impression—whether for its distinctive character, compelling story, or sheer drinking pleasure. This week’s standout: the 2021 Heinrich Mayr Südtirol Kretzer. My discovery of this wine was serendipitous. During a recent webinar with Cantina Bozen, a question arose about rosé from Südtirol, the alpine wine region of…
Wine of the Week: 2019 Copain Cabernet Franc Taylor Peak
Each week, I highlight a wine that leaves a lasting impression—whether for its distinctive character, compelling story, or sheer drinking pleasure. This week’s standout: the 2019 Copain Cabernet Franc Taylor Peak. A captivating expression of cool-climate Cab Franc, it strikes a perfect balance between elegance and rustic charm. Inspired by the soulful wines of the…
Wine of the Week; 2023 Fields Family Wines Estate Vermentino
Each week, I like to spotlight a wine that has truly stood out—whether for its unique character, the story behind its creation, or simply the pure joy it brings. This week’s pick – the 2023 Fields Family Wines Estate Vermentino, a captivating, harmonious and nuanced wine that is refreshingly low in alcohol. Fields Family Wines: A…
Waves, Wind, and Wine: Exploring Uruguay’s Coastal White Wines
The climate and the soils creates such balance between ripeness of fruit and acidity of the wines that are unique in South America Joaquin Hidalgo, South American Editor at Vinous Tucked between Argentina and Brazil, Uruguay, is a pie-shaped (see below) nation that defies expectations. With a population of just 3.4 million—less than Brooklyn and…
Wine of the Week; 2021 Ridge Syrah Grenache Mataro Lytton Estate
Each week, I like to spotlight a wine that has truly stood out—whether for its unique character, the story behind its creation, or simply the pure joy it brings. This week’s pick – the 2021 Ridge Vineyards Syrah Grenache Mataro is no exception. I’m excited to share this wine—not just because it’s delicious and beautifully structured, but…
Forgotten Grapes of France: Poulsard Shines in the 2022 Domaine Dugois ‘La Sombarde #Winophiles
France is home to some of the world’s most celebrated grape varieties—Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir often take center stage. Yet, hidden in the country’s lesser-known regions are grapes with equally rich histories and distinctive personalities, waiting to be rediscovered. This month, the French #Winophiles dive into the “Forgotten Grapes of France,” shining a…