Tag Archives: botrytis

No Chateau d’Yquem For You!

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Kris

Chateau d’Yquem the world’s most famous and expensive dessert wine will not be made this year, due to heavy rains preventing the grapes from reaching their necessary sugar levels. The unfortunate weather is expected to cost the winery “tens of … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged Bordeaux, botrytis, Chateau D'Yquem, France, Sauternes, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon | Leave a comment //

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Dolce (Late Harvest Dessert Wine), Napa, 2006.

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Kris

Grapes 80% Semillon, 20% Sauvignon Blanc   Facts Dessert wines have developed such a bad reputation. As stupid as it sounds, if I have to hear one more person say “…wow…that’s sweet!!!” or “…I couldn’t drink a whole bottle of … Continue reading →

Posted in Reviews | Tagged botrytis, California, Coombsville, Coombsville Vineyard, Dolce, Far Niente, Napa, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon | Leave a comment //

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