Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights and Discoveries from the Week of December 14, 2025 Chris Lehoux, December 22, 2025 This week’s wine tasting features several noteworthy samples, prominently showcasing offerings from Aia Vecchia and Kutch Winery. Aia Vecchia, established in 1996 in the beautiful Bolgheri region of Tuscany, presented an appealing 2024 Vermentino with floral and pear notes, rated around 8.5 and priced at $17. Their red blend, the… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights and Discoveries from the Week of December 7, 2025 Chris Lehoux, December 15, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s update from Vinography, where I highlight noteworthy wine samples I’ve recently tasted. This week featured selections from Ted Glennon, a sommelier-turned-winemaker producing under the label Vinos Finos de California. Among my favorites were his Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and a sophisticated Nebbiolo, alongside an earthy… Continue Reading
Jancis Robinson Oregon Enters Its Bubble Era: A New Chapter in Sustainable Living Chris Lehoux, December 5, 2025 Oregon has recently entered a new era of sparkling wine production, leveraging its expertise in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Historically, the state had only a few producers creating sparkling wines, but today, the number has surged to over 100. Many of the top producers have united under a collective called… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of November 23, 2025 Chris Lehoux, November 30, 2025 Welcome to this week’s exploration of wine samples that have recently arrived for tasting. This edition of Vinography Unboxed features a selection of notable wines. Starting off, I had the pleasure of tasting an Arneis from Limited Addition, a varietal not commonly found in Oregon. This white wine, sourced from… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of November 16, 2025 Chris Lehoux, November 23, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s installment of Vinography Unboxed, where I sift through recent wine samples for tasting. This week showcased several new releases from Unti Vineyards in Dry Creek Valley, including their Fiano, which presents a delightful blend of apple and herbal notes. The Grenache offers vibrant dark… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of November 2, 2025 Chris Lehoux, November 10, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s edition of Vinography Unboxed, where I explore an assortment of wine samples that have arrived for tasting. This week features a standout release from Spain’s esteemed sparkling wine producer, Raventós i Blanc. Their Manuel Raventós Negra bottling is a blend of Xarel-lo and Macabeo,… Continue Reading
Baja California Exploring the Richness of Mexican Wine: A Closer Look at Its Diversity and Uniqueness Chris Lehoux, October 24, 2025 As a dedicated wine enthusiast, my journey led me to explore various wines around the globe. Recently, I had the opportunity to delve into Mexican wines, sparking a newfound interest in this region’s offerings. While I’d only tasted a limited selection from Mexico before, an upcoming tasting event dedicated solely… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of October 12, 2025 Chris Lehoux, October 18, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s roundup of noteworthy wine samples. In this installment of Vinography Unboxed, we delve into the latest offerings that have recently been sent for tasting. Far Niente has revamped its branding and now markets itself as The House of Far Niente, aligning its various brands… Continue Reading
Historic Vineyard Society Exploring the Flavors of Old California: Insights from the Historical Vineyard Society Tasting Chris Lehoux, September 29, 2025 The Historical Vineyard Society held a tasting event that emphasized the significance of old vines in winemaking. This organization, founded in 2011, has made it its mission to celebrate and preserve California’s viticultural heritage by cataloging and certifying vineyards that are over 50 years old, showcasing the unique characteristics of… Continue Reading
Aperture Cellars Vinography Unboxed: Highlights and Insights from the Week of September 21, 2025 Chris Lehoux, September 28, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s exploration of wine samples that have arrived for tasting. This edition of Vinography Unboxed features standout bottles that I’ve encountered recently. Among the highlights are the latest Chenin Blanc offerings from Dry Creek Vineyard. Celebrating over 50 years in the business, they introduced a… Continue Reading