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Richard Leahy
June 2, 2013 The wine regions of Virginia have taken a large chunck of center stage in the Eastern United States as grape varieties focus more to red Bordeaux selections with Sangiovese and Tannat in tow. Hightened attention in winery is bringing the most out of these plantings and these wines are gaining much acclaim. Cast in a more European style, finesse over raw power prevails. [>] see full story Related Stories...
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February 27, 2013 Elkton Oregon is the newest AVA established in Oregon. This area has held a special interest for Pinot Noir and other cool climate grapes within the greater Umpqua Valley and Southern Oregon appellations. The first vines of the modern era only date to 1972 yet the wines have made their mark within knowledgeable circles under Umpqua Valley designation. Now greater emphasis can be placed on this remote northwestern aspect of the Umpqua under it's own identity. [>] see full story Related Stories...
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Eleanor & Ray Heald
March 4, 2008 New Mexico has tremendous historical relevance to North American and US wine production. Predating most known wine states of today by a century the industry became shadowed by evolved appellations such as California, but vines never left this ground. Today a revitalization continues across the state. Most vineyards are in the far south but brave soles have pushed up the Rio Grande to places above Sante Fe and canyons just short of Taos. Winemaking talent certainly followed. [>] see full story |
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