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Hunt Cellars 2009 Cinq D’ Blanc

Hunt Cellars 2009 Cinq D’ Blanc

  Grape(s): Chardonnay, Viognier, Roussanne and others Winery: Hunt Cellars Region: Paso Robles Year: 2009 Special Designation: Cinq D’ Blanc Price: 30-35 The...

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Hunt Cellars 2008 Twilight Time Viognier

Hunt Cellars 2008 Twilight Time Viognier

  Grape(s): Viognier Winery: Hunt Cellars Region: Paso Robles Year: 2008 Special Designation: Twilight Time Price: 30-35 Review: A layered nose offers aromas of...

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Dry Creek Vinyards Zins: Fine Quality, Fine Value

Dry Creek Vinyards Zins: Fine Quality, Fine Value

  The Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma County has long been recognized as a premier location for growing Zinfandel, and Dry Creek Vinyards continues to be a leader in...

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David Coffaro Winery: Straightforward & Unconventional

David Coffaro Winery: Straightforward & Unconventional

In the world of wine, it’s fashionable to say you’re unique. Many wineries will promote a story about what sets them apart from all the rest. In other...

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Hunt Cellars 2002 Rhapsody in Red

Hunt Cellars 2002 Rhapsody in Red

  Winery: Hunt Cellars Grapes: Cabernet, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Region: Paso Robles Year: 2002 Special Designation: Rhapsody in Red Price: 70-75 Review A rich nose...

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Hunt Cellars 2001 Rhapsody in Red

Hunt Cellars 2001 Rhapsody in Red

  Winery: Hunt Cellars Grapes: Cabernet, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Region: Paso Robles Year: 2001 Special Designation: Rhapsody in Red Price: 85-90 Review: A brighter...

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A Fine Pair from Italy

A Fine Pair from Italy

 Since our main office is located in California, we focus on wine from the state. There’s some fantastic wine being made, but it’s not always geared...

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Duca del Frassino: Thinking Outside the Box

Duca del Frassino: Thinking Outside the Box

Boxed wine is one of those things people don’t seem to talk about. Sure, they’ll enjoy it in the comfort of their own homes, away from the view of others....

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Ferrari-Carano: An Excellent Pairing

Ferrari-Carano: An Excellent Pairing

At Ferrari-Carano Winery, in Sonoma County, Aaron Piotter makes the red wines and Sarah Quider the whites. Yet, their time is spent in rather different worlds. Aaron...

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Finding the Right Blend: Kerry Damskey &  Dutcher Crossing

Finding the Right Blend: Kerry Damskey & Dutcher Crossing

For Kerry Damskey, winemaker at Dutcher Crossing in the Dry Creek Valley of California, a key element of making wine is the ability to be very honest with yourself....

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