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Focus and further
your wine learning
the systematic and casual way.
Seriously.

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The Loire, France,
Beaujolais, France &
Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.

Also, keenly passionate about
worldwide expressions of
Cabernet Franc.

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October 1, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Tenuta Mazzolino Cruasé Pinot Nero Metodo Classico Brut Rosé – A Solid Sparkling Rosé

Tenuta Mazzolino Cruasé Pinot Nero Metodo Classico Brut Rosé, Oltrepò Pavese DOCG, Lombardy, Italy, Wine Casual

Tenuta Mazzolino Cruasé Pinot Nero Metodo Classico Brut Rosé, Oltrepò Pavese DOCG, Lombardy, Italy

Tasting Note: A rosé of pinot noir from Oltrepò Pavese with alluring color and a medley of red fruit.[Read more]

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Pagnoncelli Folcieri, Moscato di Scanzo DOCG 2017, Lombardy, Italy, Wine Casual
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September 28, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Pagnoncelli Folcieri Moscato di Scanzo DOCG 2017 – Oustanding!

Pagnoncelli Folcieri, Moscato di Scanzo DOCG 2017, Lombardy, Italy

Tasting Note: A lively Moscato di Scanzo which is an absolute joy to take in and experience.[Read more]

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Domaine de la Cotelleraie, Gérald Vallée Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil 2018, Loire, France, Wine Casual
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September 25, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Domaine de la Cotelleraie Gérald Vallée Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil 2018 – A Savory Loire Cabernet Franc

Domaine de la Cotelleraie, Gérald Vallée Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil 2018, Loire, France

Tasting Note: A savory Loire cabernet franc for those who adore it made in the classic, cool-weather style.[Read more]

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Terres Blondes, Gamay 2019, Loire, France, Wine Casual
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September 22, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Terres Blondes Gamay 2019 – Flattering Floral Undertones

Terres Blondes, Gamay 2019, Loire, France

Tasting Note: A good Loire-appellation gamay with a nice blend of warmer vintage and cooler vintage elements.[Read more]

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Sokol Blosser, Lucky No. 9 White 2020, Washington & California, Wine Casual
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September 19, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Sokol Blosser Lucky No. 9 White 2020 – A Zesty White Blend with Sunny Tropical Fruit

Sokol Blosser, Lucky No. 9 White 2020, Washington & California

Tasting Note: A bright, zesty, white wine made from California and Washington-state fruit that is filled with sunny, tropical fruit.[Read more]

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Sunce Winery & Vineyard, Old Vines Grenache 2019, Clarksburg, Heringer Vineyard, California, Wine Casual
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July 26, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Sunce Winery & Vineyard Old Vines Grenache 2019 – A Cheery Grenache with Body

Sunce Winery & Vineyard, Old Vines Grenache 2019, Clarksburg, Heringer Vineyard, California

Tasting Note: A bright, fresh grenache with depth of flavor and red-fruit intensity.[Read more]

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Arca Nova, Rosé Vinho Verde, Portugal, Wine Casual
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July 23, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Arca Nova Rosé Vinho Verde – A Fun, Lowkey, Low-Alcohol Rosé

Arca Nova, Rosé Vinho Verde, Portugal

Tasting Note: A bright, spritzy, fruity, fun Vinho Verde Rosé.[Read more]

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Peacock, Cinsault Rosé 2021, South Africa, Wine Casual
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July 20, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Peacock Cinsault Rosé 2021 – Porch-Sipping Rosé

Peacock, Cinsault Rosé 2021, South Africa

Tasting Note: A cinsault rosé that is bright, refreshing and reveals signature elements of the grape.[Read more]

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Sunce Winery & Vineyard, Reserve Barbara 2018, San Francisco Bay, Sandy Lane Vineyard, California, Wine Casual
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July 17, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Sunce Winery & Vineyard Reserve Barbara 2018 – Barbera Done in an Attractive, Ripe, Fruit-Forward Style

Sunce Winery & Vineyard, Reserve Barbara 2018, San Francisco Bay, Sandy Lane Vineyard, California

Tasting Note: A barbera done in an attractive, ripe, fruit-forward style.[Read more]

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L’Umami, Pinot Gris 2021, Willamette Valley, Oregon, Wine Casual
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July 13, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

L’Umami Pinot Gris 2021 – A Good, Entry-Level Oregon Pinot Gris

L’Umami, Pinot Gris 2021, Willamette Valley, Oregon

Tasting Note: Willamette, Oregon pinot gris is under the radar, but offers so much quality for the value including this entry-level bottle.[Read more]

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