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Burgundy
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| Page 1 of 1 | Previous | Next | | | WHY WINE BLOG MARCH 13, 2011 Oak - An Essential Part of the Winemaker’s Toolbox White wine varietals that are receptive to oak’s influence include: Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and of course Chardonnay. Oak is utilized somewhat like a “seasoning” to add flavor and palate appeal to a wine. Which Wines are Typically Oaked? Why Oak Wine? Where is the barrel from? How was it dried? How was it toasted? | | | | | | | DR. VINO JUNE 8, 2009 249 bottles of wine on the wall 1998 Tyrrell’s Wines Vat 1 Semillon, Hunter. 2006 De Bortoli Noble One Botrytis Semillon, Riverina. 1998 McWilliam’s Mount Pleasant Lovedale Semillon, Hunter. 2003 McWilliam’s Mount Pleasant Lovedale Semillon, Hunter. 2007 McWilliam’s Mount Pleasant Lovedale Semillon, Hunter. Day One. | | | WINE TASTING GUY MAY 5, 2008 NorCal day 2: Sonoma started with a white blend of 50% Semillon & 50% chardonnay that I really enjoyed. Sangiovese is often a lighter red with greater acidity. | | | | | | | | | -
WINE TASTING GUY | WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2008 Polaner tasting standouts began in a French table area and tried some Sancerres (made from Sauvignon Blanc), some white Burgundys (made from Chardonnay) and some white blends. Hubery Lamy of Burgundy presented 3 wines. Denis section of Burgundy. Got back from the West Coast this morning and I hope to write up about day 1 of my wine country trip tomorrow. MORE >> -
BROOKLYN GUY LOVES WINE | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2008 Jenny & Francois Portfolio Tasting In case you're not familiar with Jenny & Francois , they import natural wines from all over France, from heavy hitters like Burgundy to unsung heroes like the Côtes de Duras (just northeast of Bordeaux, and considered Southwest France). 2007 Haut la Vigne Côtes de Duras - 50-50 chardonnay and semillon. Maybe a bit of both. MORE >>
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