I have always loved the high-strung, aromatic Cabernet Franc wines of the Loire Valley like Chinon and felt the cool Carneros climate perfect for echoing some of those traits. Full Article at The Wine Spies

Need fail-proof gift ideas for that hard-to-shop-for friend or relative. No worries! What could be easier than the gift of wine? Even better (and definitely faster) - order the wine directly online. Full Article at Wine Country

That's it: no camembert, no Django (technically Belgian), no Ravel, no Merlot, no Air, for the next month (at least). Massive, massive injustice. Soccer needs a video referee now! They cheated, plain and simple. Hope Platini is proud. Full Article at Guardian Unlimited

It’s the week before Thanksgiving and you can hear the question being asked all across the land: “What wine should we drink?” Retailers are thankful for being bombarded with inquiries; wineries are tailoring their pitches to those looking for... Full Article at MSNBC

Making good, high quality wine that resonates and stays on the palate long after it has left your mouth is one of the sure signs of a winery’s success in brewing an unforgettable vino. This age-old, super skilled profession is not as simple as it seems. Full Article at Healthy Eating World

Wines That Rock, creators of rock-inspired wines, today announced the launch of its first 3 Rock ‘n Roll varietals, “Forty Licks Merlot,” “Woodstock Chardonnay” and “The Dark Side of the Moon Cabernet Sauvignon.” The wines are a partnership between... Full Article at Salt Lake Tribune