Wine, Beer, Spirits 17/35

SCOTCH REVIEW: Two Expressions From a Western Island

andychalk

Oct 13, 20212 min read

SCOTCH REVIEW: Two Expressions From a Western Island

- Isle of Arran 10-year old Single Malt, Highlands, Scotland ($60) - Isle of Arran Barrel Reserve Single Malt, Highlands, Scotland ($50)...

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andychalk

Oct 12, 20211 min read

ABERFELDY SCOTCH GOES WITH A BUZZ

by Andrew Chalk Aberfeldy single-malt scotch comes from the Highland appellation that dominates the centre of Scotland. Right now the...

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WINE REVIEW: Markham 2018 Merlot, Napa, CA ($21)

andychalk

Oct 10, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Markham 2018 Merlot, Napa, CA ($21)

by Andrew Chalk A tightly-wound ball of merlot fruit featuring raspberry, chocolate, mocha, herbs including thyme and oregano and a...

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WINE REVIEW: Cedar+Salmon 2020 Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR ($19)

andychalk

Oct 8, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Cedar+Salmon 2020 Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR ($19)

by Andrew Chalk FROM THE WIRES... “Our 2020 Willamette Valley Pinot Gris greets the nose with honeysuckle, fresh-cut grass, and lemon...

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andychalk

Oct 7, 20213 min read

WINE REVIEW: THE WHITE WINES OF COLLIO

Andrew Chalk Collio. Where is Collio? Also known as Collio Goriziano, It may be a candidate for the least known good winemaking area of ...

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andychalk

Oct 6, 20213 min read

REVENGE OF THE AMPHORAE

by Andrew Chalk In ancient history wine emerged in the region around the Caspian Sea. The archaeological evidence shows that fermentation...

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Review: Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book 2022

andychalk

Sep 30, 20214 min read

Review: Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book 2022

by Andrew Chalk “Space for only one wine book in your life? This is it.” - Howard G. Goldberg, New York Times. “A thorough guide to just...

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SIMPLIFYING THE ENJOYMENT OF SPANISH WINE

andychalk

Sep 30, 20213 min read

SIMPLIFYING THE ENJOYMENT OF SPANISH WINE

by Andrew Chalk Spain is important to wine drinkers as one of the best wine-producing countries in the world and, right now, as the...

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WINE REVIEW: Vina Esmeralda 2018 Sparkling Wine, Catalunya, Spain ($21)

andychalk

Sep 27, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Vina Esmeralda 2018 Sparkling Wine, Catalunya, Spain ($21)

by Andrew Chalk Made from muscatel grapes, this Torres family sparkling wine is aimed at the heart of Prosecco producers. An...

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WINE REVIEW: Lost Oak 2020 Sauvignon Blanc ‘Burning Daylight Vineyards’, Texas ($21)

andychalk

Sep 24, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Lost Oak 2020 Sauvignon Blanc ‘Burning Daylight Vineyards’, Texas ($21)

by Andrew Chalk Lost Oak Vineyards buys the fruit for this wine from one specific vineyard. Lost Oak Director of Winemaking Jim Evans...

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Grand Brulot VSOP Cognac Cafe Announces Partnership With Blues Legend Joe Bonamassa

andychalk

Sep 22, 20212 min read

Grand Brulot VSOP Cognac Cafe Announces Partnership With Blues Legend Joe Bonamassa

by Andrew Chalk FROM THE WIRES... NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Brulot, the award-winning VSOP Cognac cafe, is kicking...

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Benriach Expresses The Aromas and Flavors of Speyside

andychalk

Sep 21, 20213 min read

Benriach Expresses The Aromas and Flavors of Speyside

by Andrew Chalk When vodka is too vague and gin is only good then you need something totally committed to satisfy your adult drink...

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UN Wine Tourism Conference Focuses on Wine Tourism as a Driver of Rural Development

andychalk

Sep 17, 20212 min read

UN Wine Tourism Conference Focuses on Wine Tourism as a Driver of Rural Development

by Andrew Chalk In Reguengos de Monsaraz in the Alentejo region of central Portugal last week the United Nations Wine Tourism...

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Benjamin Chapman Releases New Whiskey ($36)

andychalk

Sep 16, 20212 min read

Benjamin Chapman Releases New Whiskey ($36)

by Andrew Chalk FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3 Badge Beverage Corp. Debuts Benjamin Chapman 4-Year Corn Whiskey “Smooth, in Every Sense,”...

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WINE REVIEW: Chalk Hill 2018 Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, CA ($15/half bottle)

andychalk

Sep 14, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Chalk Hill 2018 Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, CA ($15/half bottle)

by Andrew Chalk You can anticipate that this is a great wine because it has the word ‘Chalk’ in the name (strong choice!). However, it...

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WINE REVIEW: Artesa 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA ($40)

andychalk

Sep 10, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Artesa 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA ($40)

by Andrew Chalk From the wires... Artesa Vineyards & Winery Expands Portfolio with New Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Now available for...

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WINE REVIEW: Marques de Casa Concha 2019 Pinot Noir, Quebrada Seca Vineyard, D.O. Valle Del Limari,

andychalk

Sep 8, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Marques de Casa Concha 2019 Pinot Noir, Quebrada Seca Vineyard, D.O. Valle Del Limari,

by Andrew Chalk From the winery... “The fearless mind leading Marques de Casa Concha, one of Chile’s most prestigious wine brands, is...

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WINE REVIEW: Sosie 2017 Pinot Noir, Spring Hill Vineyard, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, CA ($45)

andychalk

Sep 8, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Sosie 2017 Pinot Noir, Spring Hill Vineyard, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, CA ($45)

by Andrew Chalk The winery says "It is well known that Pinot Noir is site-sensitive; Spring Hill Vineyard, located on the western side of...

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WINE REVIEW: Di Giovanna 2019 Vurria, Nero D’Avola, Sicilia, Italy ($22)

andychalk

Sep 6, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Di Giovanna 2019 Vurria, Nero D’Avola, Sicilia, Italy ($22)

by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Virtually opaque ruby. Looks like a young wine; Nose: Variegated forest floor, dark fruit of black cherries,...

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andychalk

Sep 6, 20211 min read

Ah, Coffee and Cognac for Labor Day!

by Andrew Chalk Here is the recipe.. Grand Brulot Espresso Martini 2 oz Grand Brulot 1/2 oz half & half (optional or dairy free) ¼ oz...

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THREE DAY OF THE DEAD COCKTAILS FROM MIJENTA TEQUILA

andychalk

Sep 3, 20213 min read

THREE DAY OF THE DEAD COCKTAILS FROM MIJENTA TEQUILA

by Andrew Chalk FROM THE WIRES... "Mijenta Blanco is our first expression and was created with a strong feeling for the land. We wanted...

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andychalk

Sep 2, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEWS: A QUARTET OF CHARDONNAYS

by Andrew Chalk Chalk Hill 2019 Chardonnay, Chalk Hill Appellation, Sonoma Co., CA ($16) The most ‘Californian’ of the wines. Intense...

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DAOU Releases 2018 Vintage of Flagship Wine

andychalk

Sep 1, 20212 min read

DAOU Releases 2018 Vintage of Flagship Wine

by Andrew Chalk From the winery... "This September, Winemaker Daniel Daou will deliver the most anticipated Cabernet Sauvignon of the...

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WINE REVIEW: Donum 2020 Rosé of Pinot Noir, Carneros, CA ($50)

andychalk

Aug 31, 20211 min read

WINE REVIEW: Donum 2020 Rosé of Pinot Noir, Carneros, CA ($50)

by Andrew Chalk Donum has a thoroughly deserved reputation as a producer of Carneros pinot noir but this is the first rosé expression of...

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