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The Last Wild West Wine World

A Californian frontier where outlaws once freely roamed the vast landscape, the wild-hearted region of Paso Robles continues to forge ahead with an inventive spirit and unconventional passion.

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A New 'Winemaking Manifesto’. Rocca Delle Macie celebrates its first 50 Years in style.

With a new ‘Winemaking Manifesto’ and a publishing homage to its founder, Rocca delle Macie embarks on a new chapter with an innovative and passionate outlook.
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“The Stuff Dreams are Made of.” Wine Influences in Cinema

Wine and film share the profound ability to transcend a single sip in a scene that takes our senses away to an entirely different time and place.
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The Chameleon of Grapes

Considered the dominant grape of central Italy, Sangiovese produces everything from everyday drinking to premium wines in a variety of styles.  It might surprise one to know that Sangiovese is actually quite scarce outside of Italy.  In terms of world plantings, Sangiovese is less abundant than many other popular grown grape varieties.
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Why is my Burgundy white?

Renowned for its ethereal production of red wines made from Pinot Noir, the wine region of Burgundy is also a haven for producing extraordinary white wines.

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Screw It

There is something unmistakably ceremonial about opening a bottle of wine that contains a cork. Even romantic in its ritual, that many swear by.  This visceral experience has helped cork retain its public persona but is the wine industry moving in another direction?

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The DNA of Cabernet (A Legend was Born)

So revered all over the world, it is iconically referred to by one name as with the likes of famous one-named celebrities.  Despite its prominence in the wine industry, ‘Cabernet’ Sauvignon is a relatively new grape variety.
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I Don’t give a GRAPPA!

Once synonymous with a poor Italian man’s drink, Grappa has found its place amongst the most respected Spirits in the World.

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Should we judge an Italian Wine by its Cover?

Unless you enjoy living life on the edge, (which is often a fun approach) as with any indulgent purchase, reading the finer details will ultimately help you to make better informed choices.

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