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These are my closing thoughts to the wine writer. “A Prayer For Tempranillo” could really apply to any wine grape. It’s disconcerting that syrah has reached the pinnacle, the virtual “Poster Child” of Washington, then collapsed so rapidly. We saw … Continue reading →

This is my second blog on the subject of syrah’s current demise, the following text having been written in an email to a leading wine writer. In the June 1, 2010 issue of the New York Times, Eric Asimov, the … Continue reading →

This is the text of a recent email I sent to a prominent wine writer with whom many of you would be familiar. Although it isn’t specifically about Tempranillo, it brings to the forefront my great concern for what could … Continue reading →

It’s been a truly rewarding week, as a little more of Spain has come to Washington. On Wednesday the 26th and Thursday the 27th, our new block of GRACIANO was planted at the Two Coyote Vineyard, the same location where … Continue reading →

She:  “It’s so good to get in bed, and to relax and snuggle.  What a long day.” He:  “I brought you a special surprise!  The new 2007 Salida Tempranillo!” She:  “You lit the candles!  I’ll bet you think the wine will taste … Continue reading →