But one tries to make as reasonably an informed decision in this regard as possible and waits to see what the future will bring- its no good to my mind to start drinking all dry white wines young simply out of fear. John Gilman, author of the newsletter The View from the Cellar , joins us again for a Q&A. Are these wines forcibly better? MORE >>

Really, I could post about each and every session since they were all so interesting and informative. 2006 Clarendon Hills Astralis Vineyard Shiraz (Syrah), McLaren Vale. 1996 Clarendon Hills Astralis Vineyard Shiraz (Syrah), McLaren Vale. 2008 Sutton Grange Winery Fairbank Rosé Syrah/Cabernet/Merlot, Bendigo. Day One. MORE >>

Grapes planted include Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, and Carignan. The discussion turned to the challenge of informing the public that the Languedoc is a region where one must know the producer. Christian Seely just posted a video of blending at Mas Belles Eaux. you can see it here. You can read about my visit below. The Winery. MORE >>

Additional information about these aromas is also available in the back of the book. The wine is a blend of Syrah, Carignan, and Grenache from Corbieres!" Quick! What is one of the most sensual, aromatic products in the world, right up there with exquisite perfume and exotic flowers? Wine, of course. Well done!" Tracy Ellen Kamens, Ed.D, MORE >>

Grapes planted include Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, and Carignan. The discussion turned to the challenge of informing the public that the Languedoc is a region where one must know the producer. “A French insurance company owns a Chateau?” the woman’s voice says, incredulous. Sunday: Dinner in a Chateau. Perfect Berries. The Cellar. MORE >>