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2004 Havens Reserve Merlot - IntoWineTV Episode 82

In this episode of IntoWineTV, host Lisa Kolenda and wine experts Bartholomew Broadbent, Laely Heron, and Loren Sonkin convene at one of San Francisco's finest restaurants, Incanto, to taste and discuss Merlots that rock. Theme: @#$% Sideways! Merlots that Rock Find Havens Merlot Wine: 2004 Havens Reserve Merlot ($40) Find Havens Merlot Region: Carneros, Napa Valley Alcohol content: 14.5% Varietals: 92% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon

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2006 Hartley Ostini Hitching Post Highliner Pinot Noir - IntoWineTV Episode 81

In this episode of IntoWineTV, host Lisa Kolenda and wine experts Bartholomew Broadbent, Loren Sonkin, and Edward Ruiz convene at one of San Francisco's finest restaurants, Incanto, to taste and discuss wines from wineries referenced in the movie Sideways . Theme: Wines from Sideways Buy Hitching Post Wines Wine: 2006 Hartley Ostini Hitching Post Highliner Pinot Noir ($42) Find Hartley Ostini Hitching Post Pinot Noir Region: Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara County, California Alcohol content: 14.5%

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Ferreira Ruby Port - IntoWineTV Episode 80

In this episode of IntoWineTV, host Lisa Kolenda and wine experts Loren Sonkin, Mulan Chan, and Edward Ruiz convene at one of San Francisco's finest restaurants, Incanto, to taste and discuss great port wines. Theme: Great Port Wines Buy Ferreira Ruby Port Now Wine: Ferreira Ruby Port ($13.95) Find Ferreira Ruby Ports Region: Douro Valley, Portugal Varietals: Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Cao, Tinta Amarela Alcohol content: 19.5%

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2006 Bibich Riserva - IntoWineTV Episode 79

In this episode of IntoWineTV, host Lisa Kolenda and wine experts Bartholomew Broadbent, Laely Heron, and Mulan Chan convene at one of San Francisco's finest restaurants, Incanto, to taste and discuss wines from regions not typically associated with wine, including Slovenia, Croatia, Austria,...

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2007 No. 99 Unoaked Chardonnay, Wayne Gretzky Estates - IntoWineTV Episode 78

In this episode of IntoWineTV, host Lisa Kolenda and wine experts Bartholomew Broadbent, Loren Sonkin, and Edward Ruiz convene at one of San Francisco's finest restaurants, Incanto, to taste and discuss wines made by celebrities. Theme: Celebrity Wines Find Wayne Gretzky Wines Wine: 2007 No. 99 Unoaked Chardonnay , Wayne Gretzky Estates ($18.99) Find Wayne Gretzky Wines Region: VQA Niagara Peninsula, Canada Alcohol content: 12.5% Varietals: 100% Chardonnay

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California Central Coast Wine Recommendation: What is One Central Coast Wine Worth Seeking Out?

IntoWine.com asked our panel of wine experts their recommendation for one California Central Coast wine worth seeking out (but which won't break the bank): Tucked into the sun-drenched hills of Paso Robles, the vineyards and winery of L’Aventure continue to impress. Directing the project from the soil up is Stephan Asseo, a ‘renegade’ vigneron who understands that incredible wine must be and can only be a truthful expression of place. Never short on sensibility, Asseo planted his warm Central Coast vineyards to Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon , and Petit Verdot in the late 1990’s and has since been reaping the benefits. Find L'Aventure Wines During a recent visit to the estate, I had the pleasure of tasting the 2006 L'Aventure Optimus , a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Syrah, 5% Petit Verdot. This is a big, big wine that is as friendly and approachable when young as it is soft, supple and voluptuous while it ages. If you can find it, try it. This wine frequently sells out and is highly sought after. (About $45) - Benjamin Spencer , a diploma student with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, writes for IntoWine.com about wine from a winemaker's perspective.

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2005 Jenke Vineyards Merlot - IntoWineTV Episode 77

In this episode of IntoWineTV, host Lisa Kolenda and wine experts Bartholomew Broadbent, Laely Heron, and Loren Sonkin convene at one of San Francisco's finest restaurants, Incanto, to taste and discuss Merlots that rock. Jenke Merlot Theme: @#$% Sideways! Merlots that Rock Wine: 2005 Jenke Vineyards Merlot ($22) Region: Barossa Valley, Australia Alcohol content: 15.5%

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2006 Sanford Pinot Noir - IntoWineTV Episode 76

In this episode of IntoWineTV, host Lisa Kolenda and wine experts Bartholomew Broadbent, Loren Sonkin, and Edward Ruiz convene at one of San Francisco's finest restaurants, Incanto, to taste and discuss wines from wineries referenced in the movie Sideways . Theme: Wines from Sideways Find Sanford Wines Wine: 2006 Sanford Pinot Noir, Sanford & Benedict Vineyard ($50) Find Sanford Pinot Noir Region: Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California Alcohol content: 14.5% Varietals: 100% Estate Grown Pinot Noir

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Spanish Wine Recommendation: What Is One Spanish Wine Worth Seeking Out?

IntoWine.com asked our panel of wine experts their recommendation for one Spanish wine worth seeking out (but which won't break the bank): See also: Best Spanish Red Wines Where to begin? Spain is so huge with so many different styles of wine. Yet, people talk about it as if it were one region. I am going to let the traditionalist in me take over. For most of Spain’s wine history over the last two hundred years, the area that produced the most famous wines was Rioja. This landlocked area in north central Spain still makes some of the best wine: some of it in the modern style, while other wines are produced in a traditional method. Find Muga Wines I am going to suggest the traditional producer of Muga. This winery, founded in 1932 makes a variety of wines at many price levels. I first am going to recommend seeking out wines from the fabulous 2004 vintage. Then look for either the Reserva or Selection Especial. These should cost around $30 and $45 respectively. While not inexpensive, these wines can be brought home and drunk or cellared for a decade or more. Made from the Tempranillo grape, they have brilliant cherry flavors with vanilla notes. Perfect with hearty to light foods or by themselves. This is a winery I would trust in all vintages with all of their different wines. - Loren Sonkin is an IntoWine.com Featured Contributor and the Founder/Winemaker at Sonkin Cellars.

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2004 Havens Reserve Merlot - IntoWineTV Episode 82

2006 Hartley Ostini Hitching Post Highliner Pinot Noir - IntoWineTV Episode 81

Ferreira Ruby Port - IntoWineTV Episode 80

2006 Bibich Riserva - IntoWineTV Episode 79

2007 No. 99 Unoaked Chardonnay, Wayne Gretzky Estates - IntoWineTV Episode 78

California Central Coast Wine Recommendation: What is One Central Coast Wine Worth Seeking Out?

2005 Jenke Vineyards Merlot - IntoWineTV Episode 77

2006 Sanford Pinot Noir - IntoWineTV Episode 76

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