Becker Vineyards 2015 Culinaria Red Blend Wine Review

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My journey through the Texas wine country continues as I make a spot in one of my favorite places ever...Becker Vineyards!►Vintage: 2015►Varietal: Red Wine Blend (Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Barbera, Petit Verdot)►Region: Texas►ABV: 14.4%►Price: $30Let me know in the comments below if you hav...

Five Fun Wine Facts About Chenin Blanc - Crush On This Episode 131

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Chenin Blanc was one of California’s first popular white grapes as it came to prominence in the 1970s and ’80s. It had two uses: bulk blending juice, which was labeled as California Champagne or Chablis, and inexpensive, single-varietal wine with residual sugar that was palate pleasing. Fortunately,...

A Twist on Tempranillo - Crush On This Episode 70

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Tempranillo is one of the most planted red grapes, especially in Spain. Tempranillo is responsible for some of the best wines in the world yet it is often eclipsed by Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. In today’s episode, we’ll learn a bit about Tempranillo and share two choices that may surprise you. E...