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The Best Spirits, Wine and Beer to Gift This Holiday Season

Bruichladdich's Islay Barley showcases Islay's terroir through unpeated whisky made from locally grown barley.

Review: Renais Offers a Winemaker's Perspective on Gin

Renais is a luxury gin using French winemaking techniques co-founded by Emma Watson's brother, emphasizing terroir in its flavor profile.

The Best Spirits, Wine and Beer to Gift This Holiday Season

Bruichladdich's Islay Barley showcases Islay's terroir through unpeated whisky made from locally grown barley.

Review: Renais Offers a Winemaker's Perspective on Gin

Renais is a luxury gin using French winemaking techniques co-founded by Emma Watson's brother, emphasizing terroir in its flavor profile.
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The Best Colorado Wineries to Visit Right Now

Colorado is known for its high elevation, which influences the quality of its wineries.
Winemakers in Colorado are gaining recognition and success by focusing on innovation and terroir.

New World Winery of the Year Ventisquero Wine Estates on the Importance of 'Taking Chances'

Ventisquero Wine Estates thrives on innovation and diversity of terroirs, leading to the successful production of a wide range of quality wines.

The Best Colorado Wineries to Visit Right Now

Colorado is known for its high elevation, which influences the quality of its wineries.
Winemakers in Colorado are gaining recognition and success by focusing on innovation and terroir.

New World Winery of the Year Ventisquero Wine Estates on the Importance of 'Taking Chances'

Ventisquero Wine Estates thrives on innovation and diversity of terroirs, leading to the successful production of a wide range of quality wines.
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#wine

The Beginner's Guide To Wine In The Finger Lakes - Tasting Table

The Finger Lakes wine region in New York is an emerging area deserving recognition for its distinct wines and terroir.

Cristiano Garella is on a Mission to Spread the Word of Alto Piemonte's Volcanic History

Volcanic soils in Italy create distinct wines with unique terroir characteristics.
Cristiano Garella's passion and work have helped revive Alto Piemonte's wine profile.

How to Define a Good Wine? It's Complicated.

The concept of a 'good' wine is subjective and can vary based on personal preferences and factors such as terroir and winemaking practices.
A good wine should not only taste good, but also have a balance of flavor, texture, liveliness, and vibrancy.

The Beginner's Guide To Wine In The Finger Lakes - Tasting Table

The Finger Lakes wine region in New York is an emerging area deserving recognition for its distinct wines and terroir.

Cristiano Garella is on a Mission to Spread the Word of Alto Piemonte's Volcanic History

Volcanic soils in Italy create distinct wines with unique terroir characteristics.
Cristiano Garella's passion and work have helped revive Alto Piemonte's wine profile.

How to Define a Good Wine? It's Complicated.

The concept of a 'good' wine is subjective and can vary based on personal preferences and factors such as terroir and winemaking practices.
A good wine should not only taste good, but also have a balance of flavor, texture, liveliness, and vibrancy.
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#wine-regions

In Icy Michigan, Fennville AVA Is a Grape-Growing Goldilocks

Lake Michigan influences Fennville AVA's climate, enhancing grape ripeness and extending growing seasons, essential for producing high-quality wines.

The Best Wineries (and More) to Visit in Maryland Right Now

Maryland wine industry has grown significantly, with diverse winemakers and regions flourishing, offering a wide range of varietals.

In Icy Michigan, Fennville AVA Is a Grape-Growing Goldilocks

Lake Michigan influences Fennville AVA's climate, enhancing grape ripeness and extending growing seasons, essential for producing high-quality wines.

The Best Wineries (and More) to Visit in Maryland Right Now

Maryland wine industry has grown significantly, with diverse winemakers and regions flourishing, offering a wide range of varietals.
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#winemaking

What Lies Beneath: How Geology Is Transforming South American Winemaking

Geologists play a crucial role in helping winemakers understand terroir and make key planting decisions based on soil insights.
Their expertise has led to the development of new wine regions and the production of single-vineyard wines with distinctive characteristics.

The Greatest Grape Debate: Chardonnay vs. Sauvignon Blanc

Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are both versatile grape varieties with distinct characteristics yet share similar adaptability in winemaking.

How Pedro Parra, a.k.a. Dr. Terroir, Is Changing Winemaking

Hamel Family Wines' 2018 Pamelita Reserved earned a 95-point rating for its impressive tension, texture, and tannins.
Winemaking consultant Pedro Parra, known as Dr. Terroir, emphasizes micro terroir over macro scales, pushing for artisanal practices in winemaking.

What Lies Beneath: How Geology Is Transforming South American Winemaking

Geologists play a crucial role in helping winemakers understand terroir and make key planting decisions based on soil insights.
Their expertise has led to the development of new wine regions and the production of single-vineyard wines with distinctive characteristics.

The Greatest Grape Debate: Chardonnay vs. Sauvignon Blanc

Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are both versatile grape varieties with distinct characteristics yet share similar adaptability in winemaking.

How Pedro Parra, a.k.a. Dr. Terroir, Is Changing Winemaking

Hamel Family Wines' 2018 Pamelita Reserved earned a 95-point rating for its impressive tension, texture, and tannins.
Winemaking consultant Pedro Parra, known as Dr. Terroir, emphasizes micro terroir over macro scales, pushing for artisanal practices in winemaking.
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These Forest-Forward Spirits Capture the Allure of the Woods

Distillers are increasingly inspired by forests, capturing their essence in spirits that evoke nature's beauty.

I Drove Through France Looking for the Best Local Cuisine - Here's What I Found

Experiencing local cuisine in France enhances the travel experience, emphasizing the importance of terroir and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

Why Grappa Is One of the Tastiest Ways to Drink Sustainably

Quality grappa is underappreciated, but represents excellent value and craftsmanship in the spirits market.
It should be understood as a true expression of terroir and grape variety.

Rugged, Earthy and Crunchy: What Does 'Rustic' Mean in Wine?

Rustic wines are rugged, earthy, authentic, with higher acidity, robust tannins, and a raw charm, showcasing terroir over winemaking techniques.
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The Best Argentine Malbec Wines to Buy Right Now

Malbec is grown extensively in Argentina, showcasing diverse styles from warm, high-altitude regions to cooler, low-altitude areas.

In California, Pinot Noir Wears Many Faces

High-end Pinot Noir is produced in relatively few places due to its finicky nature and specific climate requirements.

Could Livermore Valley be the new Bay Area destination for cabernet franc?

Livermore Valley aims to be a global cabernet franc destination, with an increase in wineries producing cab franc thanks to favorable terroir.
Cabernet franc grape grows exceptionally well in Livermore, producing balanced fruit with lighter wine than cabernet sauvignon due to wind effects.

The Best Argentine Malbec Wines to Buy Right Now

Malbec is grown extensively in Argentina, showcasing diverse styles from warm, high-altitude regions to cooler, low-altitude areas.

In California, Pinot Noir Wears Many Faces

High-end Pinot Noir is produced in relatively few places due to its finicky nature and specific climate requirements.

Could Livermore Valley be the new Bay Area destination for cabernet franc?

Livermore Valley aims to be a global cabernet franc destination, with an increase in wineries producing cab franc thanks to favorable terroir.
Cabernet franc grape grows exceptionally well in Livermore, producing balanced fruit with lighter wine than cabernet sauvignon due to wind effects.
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The Best Sangiovese Wines to Buy Right Now

Sangiovese is the most widely grown grape in Italy, known for its high acidity and ability to express diverse flavors.
Sangiovese wines can vary in flavors, textures, and aromas based on location and winemaking processes, leading to an intensely devoted global fanbase.

South Africa's Hemel-en-Aarde Is a Slice of Wine Heaven on Earth

Hemel-en-Aarde in South Africa is a region known for divine wines like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and ancient soils contribute to the cool climate and unique terroir of Hemel-en-Aarde.

The Word 'Minerality' Is Divisive Among Expert Tasters-Everyone Needs to Calm Down

Minerality is a common descriptor for wines grown in volcanic soil, indicating non-fruity flavors and textures.
Minerality is a divisive term in the wine world, triggering skepticism and debate especially among those who deny the concept of terroir.

In the Shadow of Mt. Konocti, California's Newest AVA

Long Valley-Lake County AVA was established on August 4, 2023, due to its unique terroir and volcanic rock soils.
The AVA features a mix of silt and gravel soils, a transverse valley running east to west, rare in the U.S., and natural air-conditioning from winds for vineyards.

These Volcanic Vodkas Are Literally on the Rocks

Volcanic resources can contribute to the making of vodka, including geothermal energy and volcanic water for a distinct flavor profile.
Volcanic soil and climate play a role in the growth of raw materials used in vodka production, providing nutrients and filtration through lava rocks.

Why soave is the perfect summer wine | Fiona Beckett on drink

Soave, a versatile summer wine, features mostly garganega grape with variations like trebbiano di soave. It includes diverse terroirs and winemaking techniques, ranging from affordable to premium due to factors like vine training systems and soil types.

Making Fine Wine in Palestine, Despite It All

The struggles of winemakers in the West Bank due to ongoing conflicts show resilience and determination to continue producing quality wine.
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