Grapes grown on old vines can produce seriously exciting wines. Often labeled old vine or ancient vine, they're part of a ...
We often hear the term “old vines” in reference to wine, which almost always applies to limited-edition bottlings from a special vineyard or plot. But what exactly do these words mean, and more ...
“Old vine” is a commonly used term in the world of high-end wine. It seems to imply something regal about a wine, a greater sense of depth, concentration or profundity of character. As with most ...
We often hear the expression "old vine" and see it printed primarily on Zinfandel labels. But has anyone officially defined what that means? Not really. In the U.S., there is no legal definition for ...
• 2005 Pecan Stream (Waterford's second label) — * * * 1/2 — from old vines; good, solid, round fruit; dry, well balanced; $14. • 2005 Waterford Chardonnay — * * * * 1/2 — also from a single vineyard ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Liz Thach writes about wine business and wine lifestyle. In the winter of 1971 , Paul Draper, winemaker with Ridge Vineyards, ...
A woman from Bolivia with hard work, humility and talent is able to carve out a very successful winemaking career allowing her to work with some of the oldest vines in California. ByCathrine Todd, ...
Dunham Cellars 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon XIX — This month, the 19th release of this flagship wine from Dunham Cellars took a Best of Show (yes, I like the dog show phrase) at the Great Northwest ...
Fans of well-aged wines should head to Burrell School on Summit Road for a selection of oldies from winemaker Dave Moulton’s library collection, including the sensational 2006 Spring Break Syrah from ...