Team C&J
Wine Enthusiast – The Making of a 100-Point Wine: A Napa Red With Balance and Integrity
Nice article on how winemaker Rebekah Wineburg’s journey to make the Napa Quintessa 2021 Red, which received a rare 100-point rating from Wine Enthusiast’s Napa critic Elaine Chukan Brown.
If you like that article, it is also worth checking out the book A Perfect Score about the Hall 2010 Excellent Cabernet Sauvignon, which received 100 Points from Robert Parker. These kinds of scores don’t happen overnight.
Wine Enthusiast – The Astronomical Rise of White Wine Isn’t Just A Fad. Here’s Why.
Sales of Pino Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chenin Blanc are through the roof. Italians like Arneis and Timorasso are backing white grapes. Cabernet has long reigned supreme in California, but its dominance is fading. Sonoma County now boasts the most Sauvignon Blanc acreage in the state, and in Napa Valley, plantings of this crisp white grape have surged by 40% since 2000.
VinePair – We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Wine Do You Wish People Ordered More?
Some of the top picks are interesting:
● Cabernet Franc – I love this grape. This one is a personal favorite; it’s expensive but amazing.
● Italian Rosato – (Italian for Rosé) blends the Sangiovese and Nebbiolo varieties.
● Amarone della Valpolicella – Dry the Grapes, boost the sugar, and you get a dry wine with high alcohol that can be big and bold.
● Chardonnay – Napa winemakers and their oak bombs are to blame for the decline in the number of people ordering this varietal.
● Merlot – Coming out of a 20-year Sideways Slump!
Meininger’s International – A Better Way to Communicate Wine
Linguist Dariusz Galasinski argues that how professionals talk about wine can use a bit of a refresher. This is a good read, and if you like this article, I recommend the book The New Wine Rules by Jon Bonné for another and sometimes funnier look at the subject.
The Drinks Business – Zuccardi breaks the mold for icon wines with lightweight bottles.
Yes, yes, and yes. Please let this trend continue. A heavy bottle does NOT mean the wine is better than that in a light bottle.
Adventure beyond the usual at Page Springs Cellars in Arizona. This winery cultivates unique grapes and offers fascinating vineyard tours focusing on sustainable practices and Arizona’s distinct terroir.
Page Springs Cellars 2022 Anonymous • 55% Grenache, 22% Syrah, 16% Mourvedre, 7% Petite Sirah, 90 PTS, a very nice GSM with a long finish and lots of dark fruit.
After a day of wine tasting in Jerome, Arizona, unwind at The Clinkscale, a popular restaurant offering delicious brunch, lunch, and dinner with a menu that pleases every palate. Our experience here was fantastic, and we highly recommend The Clinkscale for its exceptional food and service.
Corkage is not allowed at The Clinkscale or any restaurant that has a liquor license in Arizona. The state does allow corkage, but it’s based on whether the restaurant holds a liquor license. Essentially, if a restaurant has a liquor license, corkage is not allowed. If a restaurant does not have a liquor license, you may be able to BYOB.
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