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Espelt Lledoner Roig 2013

by  |  21-04-2015

The only thing one can figure is that given how most grapes around the world come in a red/"black" variety and a "white" variety that those in between were deemed "grey" despite the fact that... more »

A meeting of Grenaches, Les Printemps de Châteauneuf 2015

by  |  20-04-2015

This past 11-13th of April was the sixth edition of Les Printemps de Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Organized by the association of young winegrowers, this year it showcased 86 of the local domaines. The atmosphere is overall quite... more »

Domaine Treloar

by  |  18-04-2015

The first time that I met winemaking Englishman, Jonathan Hesford was at Arrels del Vi in 2013 in Sant Martí d'Empúries, Catalonia. This was followed by a fair called Vignerons des Aspres in Thuir, France... more »

67 Pall Mall and the price of wine

by  |  16-04-2015

Most people probably shrug off a wine that costs $25 on a restaurant wine list but that they've seen for $10 in a store as just a cost of dining out. What you might not... more »

In Small Packages

by  |  15-04-2015

As it is said it Catalan, Al pot petit hi ha la bona confitura which roughly translated to English means, “big things come in small packages”. I bring this up as every waking moment of... more »

Mas Doix – 1902

by  |  08-04-2015

For anyone who hasn't had the pleasure of visiting Mas Doix (pronounced doash) up in Poboleda, it's a worthwhile trip. You'll get someone in the family who will show you around and odds are that... more »

Lavinia wine theft & ridiculous wines

by  |  07-04-2015 ~ 1 Comment

The first time I stepped in Lavinia in Madrid, I thought, "Wow, what a selection. It'd suck if someone walked out with some of it." Turns out someone must have heard me as thieves made... more »