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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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All Posts by ‘Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual’

Paul Croses, Vieilles Vignes Pouilly-Fuissé 2015, Burgundy, France, Wine Casual
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November 9, 2020
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Paul Croses Vieilles Vignes Pouilly-Fuissé 2015 – Bursting with Sunshine & Tropical Fruit

Paul Croses, Vieilles Vignes Pouilly-Fuissé 2015, Burgundy, France

Tasting Note: A festive Poully Fuisse that is bursting with sunshine and tropical fruit.[Read more]

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Carinae, Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina, Wine Casual
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November 8, 2020
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Carinae Malbec 2012 – Shows Development Along with a Plush Mouthfeel

Carinae, Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina

Tasting Note: A malbec from Argentina the benefits from aging and shows development along with a plush mouthfeel.[Read more]

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Schäfer-Fröhlich, Vulkangestein Trocken Riesling 2016, Nahe, Germany, Wine Casual
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November 7, 2020
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Schäfer-Fröhlich Vulkangestein Trocken Riesling 2016 – A Gentle Riesling

Schäfer-Fröhlich, Vulkangestein Trocken Riesling 2016, Nahe, Germany

Tasting Note: A gentle riesling that would make a perfect aperitif to cleanse your palate before dinner.[Read more]

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Rapariga da Quinta, Colheita Seleccionada 2018, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal, Wine Casual
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November 6, 2020
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Rapariga da Quinta Colheita Seleccionada 2018 – A Spritely, Floral White Wine

Rapariga da Quinta, Colheita Seleccionada 2018, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal

Tasting Note: A spritely, floral white wine from Alentejano.[Read more]

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Quinta dos Carvalhais, Touriga Nacional 2015, Dão, Portugal, Wine Casual
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November 5, 2020
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Quinta dos Carvalhais Touriga Nacional 2015 – A Silky, Elegant Version of Portugal’s Most Acclaimed Grape

Quinta dos Carvalhais, Touriga Nacional 2015, Dão, Portugal

Tasting Note: A silky, elegant version of Portugal’s most acclaimed grape that will make you look for more Touriga Nacional whenever you visit a wine store.[Read more]

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El Enemigo, Cabernet Franc 2011, Mendoza, Argentina, Wine Casual
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November 4, 2020
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

El Enemigo Cabernet Franc 2011 – A Cabernet-Sauvignon-Drinker’s Cabernet Franc

El Enemigo, Cabernet Franc 2011, Mendoza, Argentina

Tasting Note: A new-world cabernet franc dripping in ripe-fruit flavors and delightful flavor intensity.[Read more]

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Don Benigno, Manzanilla Sherry, Sanlucar de Barrameda, Spain, Wine Casual
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November 3, 2020
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Don Benigno Manzanilla Sherry – A Good-Value Manzanilla

Don Benigno, Manzanilla Sherry, Sanlucar de Barrameda, Spain

Tasting Note: A good-value Manzanilla that would pair perfectly with appetizers such as olives, almonds or cured meat.[Read more]

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Domaine De Longue Toque, Gigondas 2015, Rhone, France, Wine Casual
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November 2, 2020
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Domaine De Longue Toque Gigondas 2015 – A Sweet Spot for Quality & Value

Domaine De Longue Toque, Gigondas 2015, Rhone, France

Tasting Note: Gigondas is known for being one of the sweet spots for quality and value in the Rhone and this bottle is no exception.[Read more]

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Smith Story, Riesling 2016, Rheingau, Germany, Wine Casual
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November 1, 2020
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Smith Story Riesling 2016 – Light, Bright & Slightly Spritzy

Smith Story, Riesling 2016, Rheingau, Germany

Tasting Note: A riesling that is light, bright, slightly spritzy and filled with green fruit.[Read more]

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Durigutti, Cabernet Franc 2017, Mendoza, Argentina, Wine Casual
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October 31, 2020
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Durigutti Cabernet Franc 2017 – A Ripe, Fruit-Forward, New-World Style I Adore

Durigutti, Cabernet Franc 2017, Mendoza, Argentina

Tasting Note: An Argentinean cabernet franc made in the ripe-fruit-forward style that I adore from the new world.[Read more]

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