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“Rare” to a T: Rarity 2013

In 1900, George de Latour bought a four-acre ranch and founded a vineyard—it was named Beaulieu, “beautiful place,” after his awestruck wife’s whisper when the couple first laid eyes on the property. Since gaining fame with Napa Valley’s first cult cabernet, the Rutherford, California winery has been renowned for its …

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Tio Pepe en Rama

The white, chalky Albariza clay soil crusts over like a loaf of bread during the hot Spanish summer, but the Jerez vineyards thrive in this hostile environment, producing the unique taste defined by the region that Tio Pepe calls home. The Uncle (Tio) that originally created the first bottles of …

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Strong Woman, Strong Wine

The story behind San Antonio Winery’s Maddalena Wines is a love story. They are produced in honor of the winery’s matriarch, 94-year-old Maddalena Riboli. When founder Stefano Riboli first laid eyes on Maddalena over 70 years ago, he fell instantly in love. After they married, Maddalena’s influence on the family …

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Private Bin Gewürztraminer

Perfumed and classic varietal aromas of rose petal, lychee and spice create a wine with a palate that has similar flavors, delivered with lovely richness, seamless texture and balance. The Private Bin Gewürztraminer was blended from fruit sourced from premium winegrowing regions in Gisborne and Auckland. There is a strong …

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Robert Mondavi Bourbon Barrel Chardonnay drinkmemag.com drink me Bourbon Barrel-Aged Chardonnay
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Chardonnay, meet Bourbon

When two beautiful entities come together, there is always a celebration. Bourbon Barrel-Aged Chardonnay Monterey County 2015 is the first and only Chardonnay that blends the California winemaking craftsmanship with the Southern tradition of Bourbon Whiskey aging. The 2015 harvest across the board was smooth, running from September through October. …

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