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Sulfites: Why or why not?
by Robin Garr| May 29, 2026 How is a good bottle of wine like a classy wool suit or a prized painting? Easy: They all require a little special care to keep them in good shape. Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Is wine good for us…
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Bodegas Aroa “Le Naturel”
Organic, biodynamic, grown and made from the Garnacha (Grenache) grape with minimal intervention and no added sulfites, Bodegas Aroa “Le Naturel” shows a clear, dark purple color with bright garnet glints. An appetizing scent of ripe blackberries rise…
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Is wine good for us or not?
by Robin Garr| May 22, 2026 Is wine (and alcohol in general) good for us, bad for us, or is it just complicated? When headlines warn of potential risks, should we pay attention? Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Australia, but no…
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Australia, but not Shiraz!?
by Robin Garr| May 15, 2026 Quick! Name the first Australian grape variety that pops into your head! I’m wondering if anyone will respond with anything other than “Shiraz.” Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: How to cope with risin…
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D’Arenberg The Hermit Crab
A South Australian blend of 65% Viognier and 35% Marsanne, pale straw color D’Arenberg The Hermit Crab is more subtle than fruit-forward, and that’s a good thing. Still, swirling and sniffing brings out appetizing aroma notes that blend hints of peach,…
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How to cope with rising wine prices
by Robin Garr| May 8, 2026 As wine prices rise, how much are you willing to pay for a satisfying bottle? Is inflation driving you to buy less? What is your survival strategy? Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Fifty shades of rosé…
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Fifty shades of rosé
by Robin Garr| May 1, 2026 Spring has fully sprung, and our attention gently turns to thoughts of rosé. The return of mild weather makes a crisp pink wine seem just right. Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Blended or straight: Wh…
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Bieler “Sabine” Rosé
Not at all pink, Bieler Père & Fíls “Sabine” Rosé shows an attractive light copper color in the glass. A not entirely traditional Provençal blend, it opens up with a springlike mix of juicy peaches and ripe strawberries. All th…
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Blended or straight: What’s your pleasure?
by Robin Garr| April 24, 2026 What’s your pleasure? Single-varietal classics like Burgundy’s Pinot Noir, or traditional varietal blends like Bordeaux? Or are you happy either way? Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: Can we taste m…
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Can we taste minerals in wine?
by Robin Garr| April 27, 2026 My spell-check flags “minerality” as a misspelling, but I still love to taste it in my wine. Even if its definition and its source remain unclear. Archives | Subscribe | Previous article: When grapes don’t …
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