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Holiday Sparklers

November 5, 2021

The Wine Buzz highlighted Champagne Ayala Brut Majeur and Rosé Majeur in a roundup about the best sparkling wines to enjoy this holiday season. The Brut Majeur is described as […]

Genius of Wine – Philippe Guigal

November 8, 2021

The newly released annual edition of France’s Le Nouveau Bettane + Desseauve includes an amazing tribute to Philippe Guigal, naming him as this year’s Génie du Vin (genius of wine). […]

Le Coste di Monforte Vineyard Becomes Part of the Sandrone Family’s Heritage

November 16, 2021

The Sandrone family first discovered Le Coste di Monforte vineyard more than 20 years ago, and at that time already knew how special its grapes were. A friendship developed after […]

Luxury Pinot Noirs for your Holiday Meals

November 16, 2021

The South Florida Reporter recommended Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2019 as one of the best luxury pinots to serve at the holiday table this year. Writer Tom […]

The Fantastic Four of Tuscan Merlot

November 18, 2021

Wine-Searcher included Masseto and Le Macchiole Messorio in a story highlighting four iconic merlots from Tuscany. Masseto is described as the most sought-after wine in all of Italy, which is […]

Wine Spectator Names Château de Nalys Gran Vin Rouge 2018 the #10 Wine of the Year!

November 18, 2021

Wine Spectator has named Château de Nalys Gran Vin Rouge 2018 its #10 wine of the year, a huge honor and accolade for the Guigal family! For many people, the […]

The Italian Winemaking Region That’s Uncorking Its Potential

November 23, 2021

Forbes wrote a featured dedicated to Northern Italy’s Abruzzo winemaking region, famed for Montepulciano and Trebbiano grapes. The story hones in on Masciarelli, the pioneering family-owned winery that is celebrating […]

Uncommonly Great Gifts for the 2021 Holiday Season

November 23, 2021

Coastal Home featured two wines from Gary Farrell Winery in its holiday gift guide, the Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017 and Olivet Lane Chardonnay 2018. Single vineyard Pinot Noir is […]

10 Luxury Pinot Noirs for your Holiday Feast

November 23, 2021

The Baltimore Sun recommended Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2019 as one of 10 luxury pinots to feature at the holiday table this year. The writer explains, “this […]

Give Thanks for These 10 Perfect Thanksgiving Wines (2021)

November 24, 2021

Wine Enthusiast included E. Guigal Condrieu 2019 as a recommended wine to serve at the Thanksgiving table this year. Reviewer Anna Lee C. Iijima describes “notes of candied grapefruit peel, […]

2021 Luxury Gift Guide

November 24, 2021

Vue Magazine selected Château de Nalys Grand Vin 2017 as a “perfect red wine” to celebrate the holidays with. The writer describes the wine as “a deep, dense red with […]

10 Outstanding Champagnes to Serve This Holiday, According to America’s Top Sommeliers

November 24, 2021

Robb Report spoke with some leading sommeliers to get their take on memorable vintage champagnes to consider for a holiday season splurge. Amanda Fraga of Michael Schwartz’s Genuine Hospitality restaurant […]

Bubbles Rising

November 24, 2021

Wine & Spirits contributor Tyler Colman published an article that focuses on the serious issue that the Champagne industry is experiencing at the moment – due to high demand of […]

The 100 most amazing wines in Sonoma County

November 29, 2021

The Press Democrat included Iron Horse Vineyards in a story about the best wines produced in Sonoma County. The winery’s Wedding Cuvée 2017 and limited release Gratitude 2017 are two […]

Wines Of The Week: Champagne Edition

December 6, 2021

Forbes contributor Brian Freedman selected Bollinger R.D. 2007 as one of his top Champagne recommendations of the year. He writes, “Aromas of deeply concentrated lemon oils and preserved lemon, apricot […]

The Vintage

December 6, 2021

United Airlines’ luxury print and digital magazine, Hemispheres, recommended Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée 007 Limited Edition in its holiday issue. While Bollinger is excellent to gift and enjoy during the […]

Swap Champagne for Western Sparkling Wines on New Year’s Eve

December 7, 2021

Sunset reported on the unfortunate global “Champagne Shortage” that we are facing. Due to limited inventories, the writer explains that it may be difficult to ring in the New Year […]

Wine of the week: OVR, Old Vine Red, NV, Lot No. 72, Geyserville, by Marietta Cellars

December 7, 2021

The Press Democrat selected Marietta Cellars Old Vine Red Lot No. 72 as its wine of the week. Holiday parties served as the inspiration for this column. The publication’s tasting […]

9 Sparkling Wineries to Visit in Sonoma This Holiday Season

December 8, 2021

Sonoma Magazine selected Iron Horse Vineyards as a must visit sparkling-focused winery to visit in Sonoma this holiday season, adding that the winery is one of the “power players” on […]

22 Intoxicating Holiday Gifts for Wine Lovers

December 8, 2021

The editors of Robb Report shared a selection of holiday gift recommendations for oenophiles, including Realm Cellars The Bard 2018, Château La Fleur-Pétrus 2016 and Ornellaia 2018. The writer shares details […]