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Maratene's Wine Blog: Priceless Portugal
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011. Alvarihno- Known as Albarino in Spain. This is a grape that has intense aroma of peach and full fruit on the palate, think of it like a Gewurztraminer or Viognier. Loureiro- This is a white grape found in the wines of the Vinho Vede Region of Northern Portugal. This grape is known for its intense aromatics of bay leaf and citrus. Think of this similar to a Sauvignon Blanc. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). What makes a Value wine? Malbec Then and Now. View my complete profile.
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Over a Barrel: Italian Wine Merchants
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Rudi Pichler and Me (and some great Wachau vineyar. View my complete profile. Tuesday, July 14, 2009. Although it's only been a few (great) months and a mere 34 posts (! I'm afraid I will soon be ending my blog "Over a Barrel" on erobertparker.com. I won't be leaving the blogosphere altogether but joining the great team at Italian Wine Merchants, where I will be the Director of Communications, effective July 27th. I look forward to keeping in touch. Tuesday, July 14, 2009. July 14, 2009 at 6:46 PM. Thank...
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Maratene's Wine Blog: January 2011
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Thursday, January 27, 2011. What makes a Value wine? Was the Hugo a good value? It was a car that sold for under five thousand dollars brand new. Is that value or just cheap? You may be asking what's the difference? The difference is quality. The perfect example is Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio. It is not a value because it is. From Trentino in Northern Italy. This is a pinot that has body, character, and quality that far exceeds its price. $15.99. Block Nine Pinot Noir. A blend of Merlot, Syrah, and Ali...