A Bordeaux Château encouraging you to visit! Looking for one of the most diverse Bordeaux tastings? You’ll find it at Château Malartic-Lagravière.
Truly one of the most diverse tastings in Bordeaux I’ve had to date. Not only was I sipping one of the top Bordeaux Château, but I was also sipping wines made by a family that crosses into South America as well. Specifically Argentina. It is a rare experience to taste two continents in one maker’s location, particularly in Bordeaux. The owners of this Bordeaux Château are the Bonnie Family. Looking for one of the most diverse Bordeaux tastings? You’ll find it at Château Malartic-Lagravière. Truly one of the most diverse tastings in Bordeaux I’ve had to date. Not only was I sipping one of the top Bordeaux Château, but I was also sipping wines made by a family that crosses into South America as well. Specifically Argentina. It is a rare experience to taste two continents in one maker’s location, particularly in Bordeaux. The owners of this Bordeaux Château are the Bonnie Family.
It was known as Domaine de Lagravière before the French Revolution. Château Malartic-Lagravière is located in Bordeaux in the appellation of Pessac-Léognan. This is part of Bordeaux’s northern Graves region. Graves has the rare distinction in Bordeaux of being ranked for both red and white wine in the Crus Classés in the Classification of Graves in both 1953 and 1959.
Château Malartic-LaGravière has a rich history in winemaking. Beginning with its birth sometime in the late 18th century. A storied history, and a famed namesake. Malartic is named for the Count Hippolyte de Maurès de Malartic. He was Admiral who served under the Kings of France. As the property changed hands, each owner improved the wine and the winery.
When the Bonnie family first entered the wine industry with Château Malartic-Lagravière. No one could guess that they would begin another adventure in Mendoza, Argentina. By bringing their Bordeaux know-how to another continent they applied their experience to their latest creation Diamandes in Uco Valley.The respect they have for wine growing served their Mendoza wine venture well now blending a beautiful Malbec with the traditions of Bordeaux’s Cabernet Sauvignon.
The Bonnie family acquired the property in 1996 and have ensured they are preserving brand integrity while constantly working to improve both the vineyards and the wine. Their state of the art facility at their Bordeaux Château is a study in technical progress.
It’s remarkable estate and breathtaking vineyards are available to visit. Simply contact Wine Paths Travel for this historical adventure in world-class wine.
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What’s in a glass?
When it comes to sustainability the wine industry is truly the Wild West.
How do you know if a producer is getting sustainability right? Their certified through one of the most important and thorough certifications in the country. Likely the world.
@napagreen offers education and certification at multiple levels for both viticulture and the hospitality side of the industry.
Want to learn more? Visit NapaGreen.com .
And remember you are what you consume. Make sure the #wine & #brands you cherish step up their sustainability game.
Your life and that of your family depends on it.
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Wine by @merryedwardswinery
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Fantastic organic alert! Nothing like sunsets and delicious French Rosé from Bandol shared with ones favorite furry friend. Loved this epic bottle!
The 2020 Bandol Rosé is by Domaine Ray-Jane . Bandol is one of Provence’s most famous wine regions. It is located west of Toulon and covers eight communes. Coastal influences this region and its proximity to Marseille & Cassis.
The Bandol AOC requires at least 50% of Mourvèdre grape, with the late harvest grape being perfectly suited to this warm seaside climate.
The Constant Family has been working this property for 30 generations, since 1288.
One third of 100 year old vines thrive on 30 hectares of both limestone & clay soil with terraces built on stone. Primarily Mourvèdre the communes of the domaine include Castellet, Bandol, Sanary sur mer, La Cadière and Le Beausset.
I highly recommend grabbing a bottle if you can find it!
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Remember, #organic is not enough to save our planet. Ask your favorite producers to : To reduce energy & water usage as well as implementing the reduction of GHG emissions & a winery’s carbon footprint. These are two of the important hallmarks of saving our planet. See @napagreen for more information!
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Listen. To the sound. Of the planet.
🌚While we all know what’s happening the demise that we are facing head-on is completely avoidable. It all starts with you & me.
🤩In the wine arena those who imbibe have great power. Take your purchasing power to those who are doing the most to move our planet forward & away from the demise of climate change.
It begins with a clear understanding of the meanings behind some viticulture (wine growing practices).
🌝Biodynamic - it is an “ethical” holistic & ecological approach to growing. A solid approach, but not a comprehensive approach to what needs to be done, to grow in a way that will stop our sharp decline.
🌝Biodynamic certification is viable, but is only part of the approach needed to address the urgent concerns of our global community.
🌝Organic, soil has to be free of pesticides at least three years before becoming certified. Again it is a partial play in the grand scheme of things.
🌝🤩🌝This is where Napa’s Superstars in climate change thrive and drive the efforts of planetary good. @NapaGreen is the most comprehensive approach to the well being of our planet.
🌝Comprehensive, astute, well directed & monitored action…. See slide 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
🌝The opportunity: Napa Green is a certification is just one of 4 nationwide sustainable programs that offer a comprehensive approach from dirt to bottle certification guiding both the vineyard and hospitality practices of a winery. Reducing energy & water usage as well as the reduction of GHG emissions & a winery’s carbon footprint are two of the important hallmarks of this certification
For more: NapaGreen.com See a full list of participating wineries n learn more about the program.
🌝Remember who you support & what they’re doing about climate change is the most important decision!
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Comment below to support efforts to CURB CLIMATE CHANGE & FOLLOW @NapaGreen. Tell producers they need to get certified, support those making a difference in#ClimateCHANGE
The best is yet to come! But such a stellar opening party for @liveinthevineyard at @nickelandnickelwinery . Great music by @tenilletownes opening act, @mattstell and the crowd really went wild when @olddominionmusic took the stage (see slide 10).
So fantastic to be back in the swing of things!
Looking forward to @dariusrucker ‘s performance @roundpondestate today. Stay tuned!
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Exceptional Pinot Noir
As we prepare to breeze back into the holiday season, I’ve started culling the wine that has truly exceptional impact on meals. After all wine is not just for drinking. It’s for creating beautiful experiences, meals and memories. To achieve this I choose the 2019 Bucher Vineyards Merry Edwards Pinot Noir.
Not only is this beauty highly rated it holds everything you want in a holiday season wine. Versatility, appeal, bright rich flavors known to the Sonoma Coast.
What is the difference between a good Pinot Noir and a great Pinot Noir? The latter leaves an indelible imprint on the experience. The Bucher Vineyards Merry Edwards Pinot Noir exceeds expectation.
On the nose, The classic notes of the forest, mushrooms, forest floor and an earthiness and minerality that speaks to the voluminous tannins. Lush, pronounced and barely tamed by the generous black fruit that stands as the signature of this unique wine.
Paired with roasted free range chicken and a hearty bowl of red curried lentils this wine is perfect for your holiday table.
The tannins make this a great one for cellaring as well. You’ll enjoy tasting this beauty for years to come as it evolves.
$63 and worth every cent. Winemaker Heidi von der Mehden.
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