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Focus and further
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Seriously.

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

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worldwide expressions of
Cabernet Franc.

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All Posts by ‘Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual’

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March 21, 2023
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Domaine Les Pins Cuvée Rochettes Bourgueil 2020 – Classic Bourgueil for Cabernet Franc Lovers

Domaine Les Pins, Cuvée Rochettes Bourgueil 2020, Loire, France, Wine Casual

Domaine Les Pins, Cuvée Rochettes Bourgueil 2020, Loire, France

Tasting Note: A classic Bourgueil with earthy, herbal qualities that are the wine’s signature.[Read more]

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Medolago Albani, Valcalepio Bianco 2020, Lombardy, Italy, Wine Casual
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March 20, 2023
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Medolago Albani Valcalepio Bianco 2020 – Zippy Acidity & Some Pleasing Salinity

Medolago Albani, Valcalepio Bianco 2020, Lombardy, Italy

Tasting Note: A bright white blend with zippy acidity and some pleasing salinity.[Read more]

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Sunce Winery & Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2017, Zora’s Vineyard – Clone 777, Olivet Road Reserve, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, Wine Casual
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March 17, 2023
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Sunce Winery & Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017 – A Fine Pinot Noir

Sunce Winery & Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2017, Zora’s Vineyard – Clone 777, Olivet Road Reserve, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California

Tasting Note: A pinot noir with a fulsome midpalate bursting with red fruit.[Read more]

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Château du Hureau, Tuffe Saumur Champigny 2018, Loire, France, Wine Casual
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March 14, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Château du Hureau Tuffe Saumur Champigny 2018 – A Brainy, Loire Cabernet Franc

Château du Hureau, Tuffe Saumur Champigny 2018, Loire, France

Tasting Note: A very terroir-centric version of cabernet franc from Saumur Champigny that delights the senses.[Read more]

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Photo Credit: Wine Casual, Domaine Les Pins, L’Instant Bourgueil Rosé 2021, Loire, France
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March 11, 2023
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Domaine Les Pins L’Instant Bourgueil Rosé 2021 – Allows You to Taste Hints of Cabernet Franc

Domaine Les Pins, L’Instant Bourgueil Rosé 2021, Loire, France

Tasting Note: A lighter-styled Bourgueil rosé that allows you to taste hints of cabernet franc.[Read more]

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Lieu Dit Winery, Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Santa Ynez Valley, California, Wine Casual
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March 8, 2023
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Lieu Dit Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2019 – Leans Into the Old World

Lieu Dit Winery, Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Santa Ynez Valley, California

Tasting Note: Bright, citrusy and refreshing with sauvignon blanc’s true characteristic herbal notes, this wine leans into the old world.[Read more]

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Domaine Jaulin-Plaisantin, Les Hauts & Les Bas Chinon 2016, Loire, France, Wine Casual
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March 5, 2023
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Domaine Jaulin-Plaisantin Les Hauts & Les Bas Chinon 2016 – Captures Chinon’s Essence

Domaine Jaulin-Plaisantin, Les Hauts & Les Bas Chinon 2016, Loire, France

Tasting Note: A Chinon that captures the essence of the classic style that I adore so much because it is earthy and terroir specific.[Read more]

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Pierre Damoy, Les Ravry Bourgogne Blanc 2012, Burgundy, France, Wine Casual
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March 2, 2023
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Pierre Damoy Les Ravry Bourgogne Blanc 2012 – An Aged White Burgundy with Attractive Development

Pierre Damoy, Les Ravry Bourgogne Blanc 2012, Burgundy, France

Tasting Note: A ten-year-old, aged white Burgundy with attractive development that raises its yeasty and golden-fruit character.[Read more]

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Nortico, Alvarinho 2021, Minho, Portugal, Wine Casual
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February 27, 2023
by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Nortico Alvarinho 2021 – A Bright, Fresh Alvarinho

Nortico, Alvarinho 2021, Minho, Portugal

Tasting Note: A bright, fresh alvarhino that is perfect for summer or paired with light dishes.[Read more]

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Antonio Espinosa De Los Monteros, Palo Cortado, Andalucía, Spain, Wine Casual
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February 24, 2023
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Antonio Espinosa De Los Monteros Palo Cortado – An Excellent Palo Cortado from an Under-the-Radar Producer

Antonio Espinosa De Los Monteros, Palo Cortado, Andalucía, Spain

Tasting Note: A rich, flavorful palo cortado that hits all of the classic Sherry-style’s signature notes and excels on the yeasty notes that elevate the wine.[Read more]

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