Fine Wines (Re)Visited

Bouchard Finlayson on a winning streak
South African Wine News, South Africa - Jan 19, 2006 No silver or bronze awards were given. Three trophies were also issued to the leading red wine, the top white wine, and the ‘best value wine’.

Wine buffs can now say, ‘I’d rather be drinking cat pee’
Edmonton Journal, Canada - Jan 31, 2006 New Zealand’s Coopers Creek Vineyard markets a Sauvignon called Cat’s Pee on a Gooseberry Bush: the label on the screw-top white wine promises “strong

Airlines take wine selection sky-high
Contra Costa Times, CA - Jan 5, 2006 One popular red wine on American’s December service was the 1999 Clos du Val, a cabernet sauvignon from Napa Valley that retails for $25 to $30 a bottle.

Drink pink champagne with your Valentine
The News Journal, DE - Feb 1, 2006 Thank goodness for pink champagne and Valentine’s Day. Like Valentine’s Day itself, pink champagne has something for all generations.

The Vine Times Daily Wine Pick – Chalone Vineyard Pinot Noir
2003 Chalone Vineyard Pinot Noir – The Vine Times Rating – 4 Glasses out of 5 Glasses (Excellent) This 2003 Pinot Noir has a wonderful bouquet of red berry fruit, bright cherry, strawberry and plum with a slight touch of toasted oak. Ripe red berry fruit flavors last throughout it’s lingering soft finish. For more please visit www.thevinetimes.com
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The Vine Times Daily Wine Pick – Chappellet Vineyard Chenin Blanc
2003 Chappellet Vineyard Chenin Blanc – The Vine Times Rating – 4 Glasses out of 5 Glasses (Excellent) A light straw almost clear colored Chenin Blanc with apple and pear aromas, with sweet citrus, herbal and mineral flavors balanced by acidity and minerality that is characteristic of Chenin Blanc. For more please visit www.thevinetimes.com
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The Vine Times Daily Wine Pick – St. Supery Oak Free Chardonnay
2004 St. Supery Oak Free Chardonnay – The Vine Times Rating – 5 Glasses out of 5 Glasses (Editor Choice Vine Award) A refreshing, crisp and perfectly balanced Chardonnay with plenty of green apple, pear and citrus flavors. It’s medium body and smooth texture make this oak-free Chardonnay a perfect match with seafood dishes or any summertime dish.For more please visit www.thevinetimes.com
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The Vine Times Daily Wine Pick – Francis Coppola Syrah-Shiraz
2003 Francis Coppola Diamond Series Syrah-Shiraz – The Vine Times Rating – 3 Glasses out of 5 Glasses (Well Recommended) A deep purple colored wine with plenty of black cherry, raspberry, black currant, cocoa, pepper and slight spice characteristic.For more please visit www.thevinetimes.com
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Pinot Gris – The “Other” White Wine
In the United States, Pinot Gris has recently supplanted Sauvignon Blanc as the most popular white wine grape next to Chardonnay.

Drink Wine
Pinot Gris overtook Sauvignon Blanc to become the second most popular white wine, according to Wine and Spirits Magazine’s 15th Annual Restaurant Poll.

At Home : Wine : Wine Types : Home & Garden Television
Popular white-wine types include chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling, pinot grigio and soave. Red Wine. Red wine is made from grapes that are red,

Wine List
Chardonnay is most popular white wine in the United States. Chardonnay pairs well with white meats such as poultry, fish and seafood. Serve chilled.

Syrah’s Winning Ways
Geyser Peak’s 1997 Venezia Viognier from Alexander Valley ($24) took top white wine honors, beating out some excellent Chardonnays, Sauvignon Blancs and

wine-pages.com forum – Rhone, latest notes
Majority Roussane in the blend with some Clairette, this is the top white wine cuvee of the domaine. Medium gold, surprisingly deep colour.

Untitled Document
The three top white wine varieties were Chardonnay (57 percent), White Riesling (21 percent), and Sauvignon Blanc (6 percent).

MacRostie Winery,”Keltie Brook”, Pinot Noir 2002
MacRostie Winery, “Keltie Brook”, Pinot Noir, Carneros 2002 ($15) – Garnet color with strong black cherry, raspberry and vanilla aromas. Round raspberry and cranberry fruit flavors finishing with a bit of spice, earth and toasty oak. A very good Pinot for the money. Score 8.5/10

Champagne Bollinger
An independent house producing a range of non-vintage, vintage, and premium cuvees. Includes product descriptions, a company history, and production

OWS #0 – Introductory Podcast
Mick and I briefly outline what the show offers and who it’s for (ie; everyone who likes wine).

Welcome
Hello everyone and welcome,If your here then you probably love wine as much as we do. This is just a quick note to get the ball rolling. The Oz Wine Show is a weekly podcast aimed at one thing;Getting as many people as possible talking, tasting and enjoying every aspect of Australia’s vibrant [...]

OWS #6 – Victorian Winemakers: Part 1
The interviews this episode include Roy Moorfield, who founded the event 27 years ago and Keppell Smith, owner and winemaker at Savaterre. These guys were most accommodating with being interviewed on the spur of the moment and both are clearly very passionate about what they do. Keppell produces some fantastic wine and I highly recommend adding yourself to his mailing list. Savaterre’s production and distribution are limited but the mailing list is a direct way to access the coming releases.

OWS #5 – Size&Shape: The Riedel Glass Interview
OzWineShow #5 features an interview with Mark Baulderstone who is VP of Riedel Glas for Asia Pacific and Middle East. Listen in for an in depth tasting of the same wine from three different glasses. I must say i went in hoping to get scientific answers but was so blown away by the different experience each glass presented that i ended up sitting back and going along for the ride. So sit yourself down, grab some glasses resembling those pictured below, pop a nice bot and taste along to see for yourself.