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Where does Ruffino Pinot Grigio come from?

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The Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, and Trentino regions in Italy.

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What wine does Ruffino make?

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Lumina Pinot Grigio

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Ruffino Pinot Grigio tasting notes

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Golden apple
Honeyed pear
Citrus notes
Touch of minerality 
Medium bodied 
Well-balanced
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Ruffino Pinot Grigio food pairings

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Prosciutto
Mild cheeses 
Salads
White meats 
Seafood
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Robert Mondavi makes which wine?

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The Fume Blanc

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Where is the Fume Blanc from?

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The Napa Valley in California

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Fume Blanc tasting notes?

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Lemon-like citrus
Melon
Fresh meadow
Long, lingering finish

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What wine does Vila Pizzo make?

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MOSCATO

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Where is the Villa Pozzi Moscato from?

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Vineyards are located in the hills of Marsala, Salemi, and Mazzera Del Vallo in western Sicily.

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Villa Pozzi Moscato tasting notes:

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Fresh white and tropical fruit aromas that leave a sweet palate.
Clean finish

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Villa Pozzi Moscato food pairings:

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Raw fish

Seasoned Cheese with honey

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What wine does Estancia make?

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California Unoaked Chardonnay

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Estancia Unoaked Chardonnay tasting:

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Aromas of fresh pear, key lime pie, mango, and green apple candy bring on flavor of pineapple. Orange blossom, and citrus notes.

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What wine does Simi make?

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Sonoma County Chardonnay

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Where is the Simi Sonoma County Chardonnay from?

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The Russian river valley, Cameros, Alexander Valley, and Sonoma Coast Regions in Northwestern California.

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Simi Sonoma County Chardonnay tasting notes:

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Mango, pear, and bright stone fruit in the nose. Aromatics of citrus, toasty oak, and buttery cream add a savory character. Well-defined, forward flavored of nectarine, peach, and lemon lifted by a lightly toasted and warm oak flavor.

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What wine does Cambrian make?

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Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay

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Where is the Cambrian Chardonnay from?

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The Santa Maria Valley in California

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Cambrian Chardonnay tasting notes:

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Subtle tropical and citrus aromas with pineapple, stone fruit, and apple flavors. Oak and vanilla balance out the flavors for a nicely balanced, crisp and fresh finish.

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Cambrian Chardonnay food pairings:

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Seafood and cow’s milk cheeses

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What wine does Meiomi make?

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The Meiomi Pinot Noir

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Where is the Meiomi Pinot Noir from?

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Monterey County, Santa Barbara County, and Sonoma County(California)

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Meiomi Pinot Noir tasting notes:

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Aromas of ripe berries, fresh cranberry, candy apple and malted vanilla. Offers freshness and maturity at the same time. Slight earthiness and sweet oak on the finish.

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What wine does Antigal One make?

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A Malbec

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Where is the Antigal One Malbec from?

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The La Dolores Vineyard in the Uco Valley region in Mendoza,Argentina

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Antigal One Malbec tasting notes:

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Forward plum and dark cherry aromas.

Sweet, firm tannins with hints of vanilla, graphite, and smoke on the palate. The finish is balanced and long.

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What wine does Ferrari-Carano Siena make?

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A Sonoma County Red Blend

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Where is the Siena red blend from?

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Sonoma County in California

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Which Red Wines are used in the Siena Blend?

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Sangiovese, Malbec, Petit Sirah, and Cabernet Sauvignon

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Siena Red Blend tasting notes:

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strawberry jam, plum, blackberry, and mocha aromas. Bing cherry flavors are enhanced by sweet oak notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and spice. Soft, harmonious, mouthcoating tannins. Lingering finish.

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Siena Red Blend food pairings:

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Italian food, chicken cacciatore, raspberries

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What wine does Josh Cellars make?

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The Josh Cellars Legacy Red Blend

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Where is the Josh Cellars Legacy Red Blend from:

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The central coast, Lodi, Sonoma, and Napa counties in California.

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Josh Cellars Legacy Red Blend tasting notes:

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Aromas of blueberry pie, fresh raspberries, sage, rosemary, and cigar box. Flavors of plum, black currant, and dark chocolate in the palate. Long, juicy bing cherry and cocoa powder finish.

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Which red wines are used in the Josh Cellars Legacy Red Blend?

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Merlot, Zinfindel,Syrah, and Petit Sirah

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What wine does Clos Du Brois make?

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The Sonoma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

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Where is the Clos Du Brois Sonoma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from?

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The Alexander Valley in Sonoma County California

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Clos Du Brois Sonoma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon tasting notes:

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Black cherry, cassis, and brown spice aromas. Hints of oak and mocha, followed by black cherry.

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What wine does Candor make?

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Zinfindel

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Where is the Candor Zinfindel from?

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The paso Robles and Lodi regions in California

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What wines are blended in the Candor Zinfandel?

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2011 and 2012 vintages from the Paso Robles and Lodi regions.

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Candor Zinfandel tasting notes:

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Bright red fruit, vanilla, and all-spice aromas. Initial flavors of strawberry, cherry, and licorice integrate well with smooth and silky tannins. Lush and rich, but not over powering. Finishes with long lasting notes of cedar and pepper.

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What wine does Shingleback make?

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The Black Bubbles Sparkling Shiraz

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Where is Shingleback Black Bubbles from?

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Australia

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Shingleback Black Bubbles tasting notes:

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Concentrated blackcurrant aromas with hints of licorice, spice and dark cherries. Plump blackberry mid palate with hints of savory development. Sweet fruit finish.

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What wine does St.Hallet make?

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Faith Shiraz

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Where is St.Hallet Faith Shiraz from?

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Australia

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St. Hallet Faith Shiraz tasting notes:

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Accessible, juicy and fruit driven wine

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St.Hallet Faith Shiraz food pairings:

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Lamb chops, stews, roasts, pasta.

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What wine does The Messenger make?

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Cabernet Sauvignon

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Where is The Messenger Cabernet Sauvignon from?

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The Oakville district in Napa Valley,California

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What wine does Blue Rock make?

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The Baby Blue Red Blend

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Where is the Blue Rock Baby Blue from?

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The Alexander Vallh in California

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What red wines are blended into the Blue Rock Baby Blue blend?

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Cabern Sauvignon, merlot, Malbec, petite Verdot, Cabernet franc, and Syrah.

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What red wine does Villa Pillo make?

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The Borgoforte Blend

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What style is the Villa Pillo Borgoforte made in?

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The “super-Tuscan” style.

Refers to adding Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes to the classical grape of Tuscany, Sangiovese.

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Villa Pillo Borgoforte food pairings:

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Pasta, red meat and game of any kind.

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What wine does Williamette Valley make?

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A Pinot Noir

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What wine does Gavi make?

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The DOCG San Matteo

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What kind of wine is the Loveblock?

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A Sauvignon Blanc

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Where is the Loveblock Sauvignon Blanc from?

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Marlborough,New Zealand

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Loveblock Sauvignon Blanc tasting notes:

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Peach,fig, and a hint of tomato plant spice aromas. Explosive palate with white peach, linear acidity, and herbaceous undertones.

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What wine does Dr.Konstantin Frank make?

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The Semi-Dry Riesling

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Dr.Konstantin Frank vineyard fun fact:

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New York’s most award winning winery since 1962

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Dr.Konstantin Frank Semi-Dry Riesling tasting notes:

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Orange blossom,lavender and pear on the nose. Vibrant mouthfeel with apple,peach,mandarin oranges, and zesty fruit finish.

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Dr.Konstantin Frank Semi-Dry Riesling food pairings:

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Spicy foods or dessert.

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What wine does Stag’s Leap make?

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Cabernet Sauvignon

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Where is the Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon from?

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Napa Calley California

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Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon tasting notes:

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Black currant,cherry, and blueberry aromatics. Savory notes of tobacco, herbs, and forest floor blend well with the vibrant red grape. Full bodied with lingering tannins.

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What wine does Robert Mondavi make?

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Pinot Noir

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Where is the Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir from?

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Nappy Balley California

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Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir tasting notes:

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Black cherry and plum with a touch of just turned each and thyme aromas. Blackberry, spice and herb flavors on a refreshing ride on the palate.

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What kind of wine is “Saved”?

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Red Blend

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What wines are blended into the the Saved red blend?

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Zinfindel, carignane, petite sirah, Malbec, merlot, Perot Verdot, mixed blacks, ruby Cabernet, and Syrah

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What wine does Maschio make?

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The Prosecco Brut

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Where is the Maschio Prosecco Brut from?

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Treviso,Italy

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Maschio Prosecco Brut tasting notes:

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Fruit forward, peach and almond flavors.

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