Three numbers—1-9-4—appearing on every Heritance wine label describe its heritage, explained winemaker Bernard Portet to wine writers over dinner at Corduroy in D.C. last Thursday. It marks the efforts of one family’s nine generations of winemaking, which now extends to four continents—Europe, North America, South America, and Australia. Born in the same room as his…
Sauvignon Blanc
Cupcake Vineyards’ Generous Portfolio
What does it mean to call a wine “generous” or “giving?” Ask Cupcake Vineyards’ winemaker Adam Richardson, who uses those words to describe his growing portfolio of wines. According to Richardson, Cupcake wines all share a similar appeal: a balanced style that makes it easy for new wine drinkers to transition from one Cupcake wine…
Domaine Thomas & Fils “La Crele” Sancerre 2007 at MacArthur Beverages
These days, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with intense aromas and flavors of grapefruit and grass are all the rage. They are particularly refreshing on a summer day. But these super clean, crisp and powerful wines are too much for some wine drinkers. No need to fret if you are one of those people who would…