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William AllenWilliam Allen, is the creator/editor of Simple Hedonisms, a wine site focusing on wine reviews and Wine Country lifestyle. Just over 2 years old, it has become one of the top read wine blogs in the Bay area. His passion for wine and taken a life of its own with studies in viticulture, oenology, wine history, sensory evaluation. While many wine writers and bloggers target their work at each other, Simple Hedonisms articles and wine reviews are written for wine consumers, with a focus on education. William is also a ‘garagiste’ small lot winemaker and hobby viticulturist, both endeavors serving to better appreciate wine and winemaking. He is an active member of several AVA associations, And serves on the Board of Directors for the Rhone Rangers. URL site internet: http://www.simplehedonisms.com Grecante Grechetto dei Colli Martani DOC (Or simply put an amazing white.)Vendredi, 25 Novembre 2011 15:16
If I had a few lifetimes, I am not sure it would be enough to learn enough about wine, especially the many unique wine varietals out there. Italy represents a lifetime of study itself. Italy’s Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has documented over 350 grapes and granted them “authorized” status. (With many more in circulation.) Sadly most US wine consumers are...
Tasting Notes – Gilbert Cellars 2007 Allobroges Red Rhone blendVendredi, 25 Novembre 2011 15:16
How I came upon this wine is a mystery, I have no idea how it ended up in my cellar,. (Now over 1200 bottles, heavy on Rhones of course.)
I don’t recall ever receiving it as a media sample, as I keep that pile seperate and marked, and I don’t ever recall buying it. It may have been a gift...
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