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Is That the Death Rattle of Wine Writing I Hear?

The purpose of any honest writing competition can only be to support and encourage the craft and industry of writing. Unfortunately, the times we live in now require three crucial words to be added to that statement. The purpose of any honest writing competition can only be to support and encourage the craft and industry of writing by human beings. …

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Harvest has taken place

A Work of Mark has added a photo to the pool: Topaz Simplify used for the painted effect. Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/16785381@N00/55542733595/in/pool-52609756@N00

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From the Tower of Castello di Conegliano | A cloudy-day view…

A cloudy-day view from the tower of Castello di Conegliano, looking across the vineyards and rolling Prosecco Hills towards the Treviso Prealps in the distance. The muted light and hazy mountains gave the landscape a quiet atmosphere.   Done Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/sollyth/55540388117/in/pool-52609756@N00

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New Wine Marketing World With Gino Colangelo, Part II

New Wine Marketing World So, New Wine Marketing World With Gino Colangelo, Part II If I wanted to get into wine and lived in New York City – Bam! I’d be on his doorstep until I got the job. If I’ve learned anything in my communications with Gino Colangelo, it’s how down to earth and […] The post New Wine …

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Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 9/20/26

Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I spend each week exploring the internet for everything published about wine online, and here’s all the stuff that I think would be worth your valuable time. Did a Chatbot Just Win a £3,000 Writing Prize?The kerfuffle in the wine writing …

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Sunset in the Vineyard

AnnaLittleAlice has added a photo to the pool: A sunset over the Vosges Mountains as seen from the vineyards on the Eichberg, on the Kaiserstuhl in Baden-Würrtemberg. Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/182940659@N06/55538266060/in/pool-52609756@N00

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En rangs serrés

Anthony Desruelles has added a photo to the pool: Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/144343893@N07/55537900733/in/pool-52609756@N00

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Surrey and Sussex Weald from Ditchling Beacon in the South…

Commentary.     Not surprisingly, Ditchling and its church is the first village, in shot, right of centre, in the middle ground. To the left, or west of it, is Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint. Beyond Ditchling, far middle ground, is Burgess Hill. Further on than that, particularly if zoom is used, it is clear that the High Weald undulates in a …

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La Cantina’s vineyard

Quevillon has added a photo to the pool: Vignoble La Cantina, Oka, Québec. Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/alain_quevillon/55535509447/in/pool-52609756@N00

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La Cantina Orange | Orange wine is produced by macerating wh…

Orange wine is produced by macerating white grape juice with the skins, giving it an orange hue. It reveals notes of citrus zest, tea, jasmine, and sweet spices. On the palate, it offers vibrant freshness accompanied by supple tannins and a hint of bitterness. Serve between 14°C and 15°C.   Vignoble La Cantina, Oka, Québec. Done Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/alain_quevillon/55536642368/in/pool-52609756@N00

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La Cantina | Inspired by the Italian vineyards from which it…

Inspired by the Italian vineyards from which it takes its name, La Cantina, Vallée d’Oka embodies the art of living, conviviality, and a passion for wine. The estate reflects the winemaker’s deep connection to the land and to grape growing, as well as his commitment to crafting wines that fully express the unique character of the Quebec terroir.   Through …

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View south from the North Downs to parts of Denbies Vineya…

Commentary.     I lived in Dorking for five years in the late 1980’s and I still like the town and frequently visit or travel through. It is known geographically as a “Gap Town.” The gap in question is the Mole Valley. The River Mole, or more so, its predecessors, after Ice-Ages, eroded the valley through the chalk of the …

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