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@Tr3smano / Lagar de Proventus 2023 “Proventus” 12 Meses, Ribera del Duero, Castilla y León, Spain
@Michael_Franz 93 Points
"undeniably delicious and more than fairly priced"
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@LeftFootCharley 2023 Pinot Blanc, Island View Vineyard, Old Mission Peninsula, Michigan
@WayneBeldingMS 92 Points
"The flavors delight the palate, combining juicy pear, apple, peach and lemon tones with a subtle, creamy texture."
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Can the Main Brain Behind Dom Pérignon Influence a Thousand Years of Sake Tradition?
By @MichaelApstein
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Sommelier Challenge Intl Wine &Spirits Competition retweeted
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Duemani 2017 “Suisassi” Syrah, Costa Toscana IGP, Tuscany, Italy (Montcalm Wine Importers)
@Miranda__Franco 95 Points
"rich and deeply concentrated, yet what impresses most is the balance between power and elegance"
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"As it opens in the glass, layers of citrus, orchard fruit, and crushed chalk gradually emerge, each adding a little more depth and intrigue."
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@LouisRoederer_ 2019 Blanc de Blancs Champagne, France (@MMD_USA)
@Miranda__Franco 95 Points
"The mousse is fine and lively, giving the wine a wonderful sense of lift while preserving its freshness."
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Peter William Vineyard 2021 “Extravagance” Proprietary Reserve Red, Rogue Valley, Oregon
Norm @RobyWine67 93 Points
"rich, with lots of Syrah-like black fruit and earthy flavors"
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"This is the third vintage of this unusual blend of Syrah and Tempranillo I’ve tasted, and it is another remarkable success."
@RobyWine67
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Does New York State have a "signature grape variety?
The topic of Jim Clarke's latest article for @WineReviewOnlin might surprise some wine lovers:
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Can Sumoi 2025 “Serra de L’Home” Xarel-Lo, Penedès, Spain
@MichaelApstein 94 Points
"a delight. ...more mineral-like flavors than fruity ones and finishes with the barest hint of seductive bitterness and uplifting saline acidity."
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Hautes Côtes, Part 3: Producers in the Know
By @MichaelApstein
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Happy Birthday @Michael_Franz!
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May your glass be full and your friends be many.
Happy Birthday to @Michael_Franz!
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Sommelier Challenge Intl Wine &Spirits Competition retweeted
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Hyde Vineyards Estate 2024 Viognier, Carneros, California
Vince Simmon 96 Points
"impressive complexity and power. A touch of oak further enhances the wine’s depth and nuance."
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Sommelier Challenge Intl Wine &Spirits Competition retweeted
New York State’s Signature Grape Variety:
Cabernet Franc?
By Jim Clarke
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Good luck to everyone at 2026 Critics Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition
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Weingut Bründlmayer 2023 Riesling, Ried Heiligenstein, Kamptal, Niederösterriech, Austria (@SkurnikWines)
@WayneBeldingMS 95 Points
""deliciously pure fruit plus an array of floral, herb and spice tones."
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