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The Wolftrap by Boekenhoutskloof, South Africa 2010.

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Grape Syrah 65%, Mourvedre 32%, Viognier 3% – often referred to as a “Rhone-blend”.   Facts Boekenhoutskloof, pronounced book-n-howeds-kloof, has always been one of my favorite wineries to say! Established in 1776, Boekenhoutskloof means "ravine of the Boekenhout". A Boekenhout … Continue reading

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Chenin Blanc Wine Aroma Wheel

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This Week in Wine – 10/2/11

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    Trump to Mark Opening of Trump Vineyard Billionaire real estate mogul Donald Trump will fete the opening of Trump Vineyard Estates in Albemarle County on Tuesday with a reception including his son Eric Trump, Gov. Bob McDonnell, first … Continue reading

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South African Wine Regions of Note

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I don’t know about you, but I always seem to have a tendency to forget about South Africa. Not that the wines are bad, but they certainly have their high and low points…<cough>…Pinotage…<cough>…   I’m not just going to pick … Continue reading

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Wine Review of De Toren Fusion V

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Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon, 55%, Cabernet Franc 15%, Malbec 15%, Merlot 10%, Petit Verdot 5% Facts Fusion V is named after the blend of only the best of the five red Bordeaux grapes. You would therefore refer to this wine as … Continue reading

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