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In pursuit of wines and the travel to find them. First Vine wine sales consultant (first vine.com).

22 wines • 8 followers • 10 following

Cantina Ar.Pe.Pe.

Rosso di Valtellina Nebbiolo 2013

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Violets, berries and herbal leather. Light in balance with good tannins. — 9 years ago

Elena Walch

Alto Adige Lagrein 2013

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A hearty Lagrein, almost meaty. — 10 years ago

Angelini

Pergola Rosso Vernaccia Nera

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Bright floral acids with what we like about rustic wines. — 11 years ago

J & J Eger Wine Company

Egri Kékfrankos 2009

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Hungary's take on Blaufrankisch, a little rose, tannins opening, acid on a balance, restrained dark fruit. Rounding out a brackish finish. — 11 years ago

Bernard Mante

Brut Champagne Blend 2008

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Lovely depth on this vintage, lasting bubbles, crisp but umami floral finish. — 9 years ago

Donnafugata

Anthìlia Sicilia Catarratto

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What a nice complicated, ashy & refreshing example of catarratto. — 10 years ago

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Château de Roquebrune

Lalande de Pomerol Red Bordeaux Blend 2005

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@firstvine original and earthy right bank merlot.
— 11 years ago

Lioco

Indica Mendocino County Carignan 2012

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Lioco does it again, light enough for pairing with simple at 12%, but so nice with burger and steak. Why don't we have this on local Sacramento lists? — 10 years ago

San Benedetto

Chianti Tradizione Sangiovese Blend

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@firstvine new Italian: bright cherry & herbal notes, tight tannins, balanced acid that pair nicely with Harissa grilled. quail. — 11 years ago

Hawkes

PYR Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

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Depth and character that is expressing subtleties of leather and salt and perfect for a cabin hideaway with grilled dry aged rib eye. — 11 years ago