Russian River Valley, Sonoma, California (7) Martinelli
Website: https://martinelliwinery.com/ Martinelli is one of the classic traditional wineries of the Russian River Valley. I visited with Julianna Martinelli,
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Highlights: Soil Therapy Dorfschatz Gewurztraminer Sec 2021 Alsace
Soil Therapy Dorfschatz Gewurztraminer Sec 2021 Alsace12.5% alcohol. This is from Thomas Larmoyer and Merdey Tek, who established their micronegociant
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Highlights: Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Margaret River, Australia
Website: https://www.vassefelix.com.au/ Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Margaret River, Australia14.5% alcohol. This is the 50th release of this wine which
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Highlights: Gérard Bertrand An 1152 Cahors Malbec 2020
Cahors, in the Southwest of France, is the region of Malbec. It’s a wonderful place making lovely wines, but with
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Highlights: Parés Baltà Blanca Cusine Cava Gran Reserva 2012
I’m a big fan of the Cavas from Parés Baltà who I visited last year (my report is here). Tried
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Highlights: De Wetshof Bon Vallon Chardonnay 2023
Website: https://dewetshof.com/ De Wetshof, a winery in Robertson, are one of the unsung heroes of South African wine. They are
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Highlights: Langham Pinot Noir 2019 Dorset, England
I’ve written about English sparkling (and occasional still) wine producer Langham before on this site. They are among the very
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Highlights: Cherubino Pedestal Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Website: https://www.cherubinowines.com/ Western Australia’s Margaret River wine region is the source of some amazing Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines, but it sometimes
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Highlights: Comando G Navatalgordo 2022
One of the heroes of the new Spain wine scene is Comando G. Read more about them in this excellent
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Highlights: Champagne Mumm RSRV Cuvée 4 5 Grand Cru NV France
Website: https://www.mumm.com/en-gb/ An impressive Champagne from Mumm, who have upped their game of late. Champagne Mumm RSRV Cuvée 4 5
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