Primitivo is a bold, dark-skinned grape from Puglia, Italy, known for rich, high-alcohol reds with blackberry, plum & spice notes. Its early ripening nature (“primo”) gives it intense flavors. Genetically identical to Zinfandel. Thrives in warm climates. #Primitivo #Wine #ItalianWine #winegrape

#Graciano is a rare Spanish grape, mainly grown in #Rioja & #Navarra. It adds deep color, bold tannins & spicy aromas to blends, especially with #Tempranillo. Though low-yielding, its intense flavors of dark berries, violets & pepper make it prized for aging. A hidden gem in Spanish #wine!

#PinotGris is a mutation of Pinot Noir with grayish-pink grapes. The vine is susceptible to botrytis, adding complexity to wines. It thrives in cool climates and ripens early, with high sugars and low acidity. Grows compact, making it prone to mold. #Vine #Grapes #Wine #Winegrapes #Pinotgris

Inzolia, a Sicilian white grape, is known for its fresh, nutty flavors with hints of citrus & herbs. Often used in Marsala wine, it thrives in sunny, coastal climates. Perfect for crisp, aromatic wines. #Inzolia #SicilianWine #WineGrapes #WhiteWine #ItalianWine #Marsala

Ruby in color with a wide reddish rim. Fruity on the nose, and medium plus in body with medium acidity. Dry on the palate with nice complexity and a soft mouthfeel. Showing plums, red currants, cherries, earth, black coffee, light wood, spices, tobacco leaf, dark chocolates, black tea, bitter herbs and peppercorn. Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries. This 5 year old Cincalt /Grenache blend is already drinking nicely. Complex and interesting. Spicy and soft. Elegant and fruit forward with nice compliments of the earth notes. Needs 3 hours in the decanter to open up properly, so be patient. Easy drinking and elegant. Would be interesting to try it again in 5 years. A blend of 50% Cinsault, 40% Grenache and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged in French Oak barrels for 6 months. 14% alcohol by volume. 92 points. $40.

Chateau Musar Hochar Pere et Fils 2020, Lebanon

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Cahors!! The birthplace of Malbec! Love it!

The Grolleau grape, from the Loire Valley, is also known as Grolleau Noir. Synonyms include Groslot and Bourdalès. It’s distinct from Grolleau Gris and Grolleau Blanc, which are mutations, not synonyms. Known for fresh rosé wines, it’s a hidden gem! 🍇 #Grolleau #LoireValley #WineVarieties

The Grolleau grape, native to the Loire Valley, is known for its lively acidity and vibrant red fruit notes like strawberry & raspberry. Traditionally used in Rosé d’Anjou, it’s gaining attention in natural wines. A fresh, easy-drinking gem worth discovering! 🍷 #Grolleau #LoireValley #WineDiscovery

#Trincadeira is a drought-resistant Portuguese grape known for deep color, rich aromas, and bold acidity. It thrives in hot climates, producing wines with spicy, red fruit flavors and smooth tannins. Often blended in Alentejo and Douro wines. #PortugueseWine #RedWine #WineLover #WineGrape

Grenache in Napa! Nice!

Maison Chanzy Rully En Rosey Rouge 2022, Rully, France Ruby in color with light intensity. Fruity nose of raspberries, currants, fresh cherries, light oak and chocolate notes. Medium bodied with medium acidity. Dry on the palate with cherries, plums, raspberries, spices, light oak, licorice, dark chocolates, earth, light vegetables and herbs. Spicy finish with fine grained tannins and strawberries. This is a young Pinot Noir from Rully in Burgundy. Soft and smooth. Elegant and fruit forward. Good right out of the bottle, and better with some air time. Tannins show up after 20 minutes. Spicy and nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel, and already showing nice complexity. Easy drinking and good by itself or with food. 13.5% alcohol by volume. 90 points. $35.

Maison Chanzy Rully En Rosey Rouge 2022, Rully, France

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Very traditional Rioja

Grapevines thrive in mild climates with warm days, cool nights, and well-drained soils. Ideal temps: 10-20°C. Sun boosts ripeness, while temperature shifts enhance acidity & aroma. Too much rain = disease, too little = stress. Balance is key! #Viticulture #WineGrowing #Terroir #Winegrapes

#VitisSilvestris is the wild ancestor of cultivated grapevines (#VitisVinifera). Native to Europe, Asia & North Africa, it thrives in forests & riverbanks. Dioecious (separate male & female plants), it has small, tart berries. Key to genetic diversity & #winemaking history! #WildGrapes #winegrape

#MelondeBourgogne, also known as #Muscadet, thrives in the Loire Valley, producing crisp, mineral-driven white wines. Often aged “sur lie” for extra texture, it’s perfect with seafood. Once mistaken for Chardonnay, it’s now prized for its zesty freshness. #LoireWines #WhiteWine #winegrape

I love de Loosen. Fresh style of Riesling and very “clean”!

Artiste Winery Contemplation Non Vintage, Santa Barbara County, California Pale reddish in color with a wide rim. Fruity nose of red currants, raspberries, strawberries, light earth, herbs, milk chocolates and light black pepper. Light to medium in body with medium acidity. Dry on the palate with raspberries, cherries, plums, spices, light oak, herbs, tobacco leaf, dark coffee and peppercorn. Medium plus on the finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries. This is a very unique Pinot Noir based blend from Santa Barbara County in California. Smooth and elegant. Fruit forward and easy drinking. I had it 5 years ago, and it is drinking better now. Good right out of the bottle, and good by itself or with food. A blend of 70% Pinot Noir, 24% Syrah and 6% Chardonnay. Bottled in 2019. 14.5% alcohol by volume. 91 points. $38.

Artiste Winery Contemplation Non Vintage, Santa Barbara County, California

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That’s a special blend of grapes

A wine grape consists of skin, pulp, seeds, and stems. The skin holds tannins, color, and aromas. The pulp contains water, sugar, and acids for fermentation. The seeds add bitterness if crushed. The stems can contribute tannins in winemaking. #WineGrapes #Winemaking #Viticulture

Abbuoto, a red Italian grape from Lazio, delivers rich body & depth to blends. Expect dark fruit & spice notes. Often blended, but some producers make single-varietal bottlings! #Abbuoto #ItalianWine #LazioWine #RareGrapes #Wine

Organoleptic ripeness is when grapes reach optimal taste, aroma, texture, and color. Winemakers assess tannins, fruitiness, acidity, and balance to decide the perfect harvest time for top wine quality.

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Mourvèdre (#Monastrell) is a thick-skinned, late-ripening grape thriving in warm, dry climates like #Provence, #Rhône, and #Spain. It produces bold, tannic wines with dark fruit, spice & earthy notes. Often blended in #GSM wines, it needs sunlight & well-drained soils. #WineLover #RedWine

You’re totally right! Will pay attention to that later on! Thanks!

That’s what we do not see a lot around here! Petite Sirah! 👍🏼

Nice xperience, right Marc?

Pedro Ximénez is a Spanish white grape known for its intensely sweet, sun-dried raisins, used to make rich, dark sherry in Andalusia. It produces deep, syrupy wines with notes of figs, dates, and caramel. Mostly found in Jerez and Montilla-Moriles. #PedroXimenez #Sherry #SweetWine #PX

This is a very tasty and easy drinking Single Vineyard Vermantino from Russian River Valley. Showing a beautiful nose and medium bodied with medium plus acidity. Dry on the palate, complex and interesting. Showing lemons, apples, pears, light earth, light flowers, limes, light grapefruits and herbs. Good by itself or with food, and will pair nicely with a nice day by the pool. 100% Vermentino grapes were fermented and aged for 3 months in 25% Concrete Egg vats and 75% Stainless Steel tanks. 13% alcohol by volume. 90 points. $25.

Seghesio Family Vineyards Keyhole Ranch Vineyard Vermentino 2023, Russian River Valley, California

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Ruby/purplish in color with medium intensity and a wide reddish rim. Nice nose of red fruits with spices, light oak, licorice, chocolates, herbs, earth, light bell pepper and spices. Medium plus in body with medium acidity. Dry on the palate with raspberries, cherries, red currants, peppercorn, dark chocolates, light earth and herbs. Spicy finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries. This is a very tasty Pinot Noir from Santa Rita Hills in California. Elegant and fruit forward. Spicy and entertaining. Well balanced with a nice mouthfeel, and heavier in style. A good quality wine that would be interesting to revisit in 3 years. Good right out of the bottle, and better after an hour of airtime. Easy drinking and good by itself or with food. I paired it with a charcuterie board of meats and cheeses. Paired nicely with the French Brie cheese. Pinot Noir grapes (30% whole Cluster) were aged in 50% French oak barrels for 16 months. 14.9% alcohol by volume. 90 points. $120.

Moone Tsai Vineyards Corrine Cuvée Pinot Noir 2022, Santa Rita Hills, California

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