Semillon - New York Wine

DR. VINO MARCH 3, 2009 Philip Laffer of Jacob’s Creek on Riesling, petrol, and screwcaps So we grew up making and drinking Semillon and Riesling. Unfortunately, the bottle was not showing well that day. Yes, in a sense. MORE >>	A WINE STORY MAY 30, 2011 Update on Marston Family Vineyard Wine Dinner at Park Avenue Spring Elizabeth Marston and Husband Jamie of Marston Family Winery at Park Avenue Spring. MORE >>	RECENT POSTS DECEMBER 18, 2011 \| A WINE STORY Visiting Producers of the Hermanus Wine Route in South Africa DECEMBER 17, 2011 \| A WINE STORY Visiting Shannon Vineyards (aka Downes Family Vineyards) in South Africa MAY 30, 2011 \| A WINE STORY Update on Marston Family Vineyard Wine Dinner at Park Avenue Spring MARCH 13, 2011 \| WHY WINE BLOG Oak - An Essential Part of the Winemaker’s Toolbox JANUARY 28, 2011 \| DR. VINO Do Australian Rieslings need more age? JANUARY 4, 2011 \| BROOKLYN GUY LOVES WINE December Wines - a Laundry List
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A WINE STORY MARCH 11, 2010 From Barrel to Bottle Tasting NYC Sopexa JoLynn Howe (right). so I will be in Bordeaux in a few weeks to attend En Primeur. The 2009s were showing remarkably well! Daniel Marsteller. MORE >>	DR. VINO JANUARY 28, 2011 Do Australian Rieslings need more age? But if the Semillon producers of Hunter Valley can do it, why can’t producers in Clare and Eden Valleys also do it? Australian wine MORE >>	A WINE STORY DECEMBER 18, 2011 Visiting Producers of the Hermanus Wine Route in South Africa So my last visit in South Africa was with five producers located in the Hermanus Wine Route, also known as the Hemel en Aarde Valley, close to the sea. MORE >>	BROOKLYN GUY LOVES WINE JANUARY 4, 2011 December Wines - a Laundry List They are made from old vines, mostly Semillon and the balance Sauvignon Blanc. December tends to be a good month for wine drinking. Very lovely. MORE >>
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A WINE STORY | SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2011
Visiting Shannon Vineyards (aka Downes Family Vineyards) in South Africa

The sauvignon blanc is an expert blend of several vineyards, with some barrel fermented semillon added for texture and a Graves-style richness. Downes Family Vineyards Sanctuary Peak Sauvignon Blanc 2011. This looks like an 18th century English cottage!” First, imagine the vista. Below are three wines you can find in the USA. News S. MORE >>

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A WINE STORY | TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010
Tasting Sauvignon Blanc for Summer

Second, this wine is a blend including 14% of Semillon (a richer grape) and 2% Viognier. “I want a wine that tastes like summer,” the chic woman tells the clerk at an upscale wine store. Something that pairs well with grilled skewers of fresh shrimp and swordfish. What do you recommend?” If you were the clerk, what would you advise? Salud! MORE >>

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DR. VINO | MONDAY, 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. MORE >>

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WHY WINE BLOG | SUNDAY, 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? MORE >>

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WHY WINE BLOG | TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2009
Why Wine: Joeshico Wine Review; Barons de Rothschild Bordeaux Reserve Speciale 2006

2006 Reserve Speciale) A blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc that turned out to be the right choice for tonights pork chop dinner. Ok, the wife is cooking pork chops tonight, so I decide to put a favorite Pouilly Fuisse Chard in the fridge because I have no Sauvignon Blanc. Over two weeks!!! Just dump it, I said. MORE >>

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