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Lots of excitement in Chile and Argentina
My recent visit to South America reminded me there is much to be excited about with Chile’s wine scene – and I hardly scratched the surface. Winemakers are exploring new regions, and rediscovering old grape varieties. Large wineries are pursuing … Continue reading
Posted in Argentina, Chile, Competitions, Malbec, Wine
Tagged Argentina, Chile, Wine
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The Monteith Trophy
At the Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition this past weekend, I was flattered to be honored by the Atlantic Seaboard Wine Association with its Monteith Trophy, presented “to individuals or organizations that have performed exceptional contributions to the development and sustainability … Continue reading
Lessons from the Virginia Governor’s Case
This year’s Virginia Governor’s Cup was awarded last Thursday to The Williamsburg Winery for its 2010 Adagio, a Bordeaux-style red blend. And once again, the results of the competition show that Virginia wine’s strength lies with these blended wines rather … Continue reading
Carlson Vineyards Marks a Quarter Century of Colorado Wine
Carlson Vineyards turns 25 this year, and they’ve been celebrating all over their Facebook page recently. One of their posts got me to reminiscing about my first experiences with Carlson wine, and Colorado wine in general. It was an early part … Continue reading
Posted in Colorado, Competitions, Local Wine, Riesling, Travel, Wine
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Maryland’s Boordy Vineyards Takes Top ASWC Honors
The revamped Boordy Vineyards, Maryland’s oldest winery, took top honors at last weekend’s Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition, earning Best of Show for its 2010 Cabernet Franc Reserve. It was the second major award for Boordy’s first vintage of red wines … Continue reading
Posted in Cabernet Franc, Competitions, DrinkLocalWine.com, Eastern US, Maryland, Virginia, Wine
Tagged Eastern US, Local Wine, Wine
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Impressions from the 2012 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition
I spent the weekend as one of 20 judges evaluating 495 wines produced in 17 states along the U.S Atlantic seaboard. The results will be announced in a few days (I know a few, including Best of Show, but those are under embargo until the winners are notified), but here are some impressions I jotted down during the tastings. Continue reading
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And the Winner Is: Glen Manor Hodder Hill 2009
With the Oscars this Sunday, the Virginia wine industry gave out its own top honors in Richmond tonight, with the Governor’s Cup for best wine going to a newcomer – Glen Manor Vineyards, for its 2009 Hodder Hill red blend. … Continue reading
A new, improved, Virginia Governor’s Cup wine competition
Virginia’s wine industry just declared itself ready for prime time. With quality improving year to year and the national and international press beginning to take notice, the industry has now revamped its annual Governor’s Cup competition to be a showcase … Continue reading
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