Tag Archives: cabernet sauvignon

Adrian Tramier, the Medoc Outsider

According to an article in the Wine Enthusiast (Oct 28), contributor Roger Voss explains “This (Medoc & Cru Bourgeois) is the real Bordeaux: wines made with the same care as those from the famed Crus Classés, by families that have often been in the same place for generations.” The many families here make outstanding wines,Continue reading “Adrian Tramier, the Medoc Outsider”

Larry Cherubino, Margaret River

Acclaimed winemaker Virginia Wilcox of Vasse Felix assesses “Most great Cabernet in the world is grown with a maritime influence, close to the sea where you have that breeze. But Margaret River also has a Mediterranean climate where we have that warm dry summer and a beautiful long dry season. We’re not under pressure toContinue reading “Larry Cherubino, Margaret River”

Garage Wine Co., Chile

Like many wine lovers with an eye on Europe, we probably haven’t looked close enough to see what is happening in Chile, Argentina, and South Africa. There has been a fair deal of innovation and a good deal of movement into the classy realm of fine wines allowing small estates to capture part of theContinue reading “Garage Wine Co., Chile”

Terra Rossa, a world class terroir

South Australia boasts a bevy of recognizable sub-appellations. Each now known for key grape variety such as Riesling from the Clare and Eden Valley, Shiraz in Barossa, Pinot Noir in Adelaide Hills or further south Cabernet Sauvignon in Coonawarra. Per Wine Australia Coonawarra has “cool maritime climate, with an average daily winter temperature of 9.8ºC,Continue reading “Terra Rossa, a world class terroir”

Atlan & Artisan 8 Vents, made by the winds

A long time ago, I made the mistake believing Mallorca is where Germans go on holiday to drink beer, lots of beer at Ballermann. Little did I know that one day I would contemplate living there – enjoying the mild climate, scenic countryside, and pristine waters – and most importantly with access to major EuropeanContinue reading “Atlan & Artisan 8 Vents, made by the winds”