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No, this isn’t some bizarre term or blend inspired by Mary Poppins, but rather a short report on a few CA corks I’ve popped recently.    The first wine was special in many ways.  Meant to commemorate the 40th Anniversary…

For generations, G. Cortese has been a fixture producing Barbaresco in the Langhe.   The Rabaja Cru, with it’s prime South by Southwest exposure, lies in the heart of the Barbaresco region.  The hills around the vineyard offer an almost natural ampitheatre that…

There I sat yesterday morning, reviewing various news feeds with my morning espresso, when I saw that Brunello legend Franco Biondi Santi had passed away at the age of 91. Biondi Santi is largely credited with making Brunello what it is today….

Sad to report the news that legendary Brunello icon, Franco Biondi Santi has passed away. Reports are emerging from Montalcino and VinItaly in Verona. Updates will follow as they become available. Riposa in pace. Franco Biondi Santi was 91