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Rethinking Argentina

W. Blake Gray
Feature Stories
5 min read
Trigger warning: This story will praise Merlot. Is Malbec actually the grape Argentina does best? And what are the best wines to drink from Argentina? The answer to the first question, for those buying $10 or $15 wines, is probably "yes." Malbec seems to be more forgiving of industrial-scale production

What We’re Drinking – Miner Sauvignon Blanc 2016

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Napa meets New Zealand in this Kiwi-aroma Valley-palate Sauvignon Blanc. The aggressive nose launches white grapefruit, gooseberry, and a medium-sized cat. On the palate, cut grass, melon, lime, and white grapefruit come through. Grapefruit and lime linger. Mouth-feel is soft, slightly viscous, and acids bright. Drink with pan-fried trout. Recommended.

What We’re Drinking – Senda Verde

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Senda Verde is a collection of wine from the northern coast of Spain. Senda Verde Treixadura 2015 Very pale yellow, almost clear. The nose shows white flowers and hints of lime. It opens on the palate, with generous pear and white peach flavors. Sweet Key lime zest gives a bright,