Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of March 2, 2025 Chris Lehoux, March 9, 2025 Welcome to this week’s installment of Vinography Unboxed, where I review some interesting wine samples that have recently come my way. This week features exceptional sparkling wines from Racines Wines, a collaboration between Étienne de Montille, Brian Sieve, and Rodolphe Péters. Racines specializes in both Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays, but… Continue Reading
Wine Reviews Exploring the Dreamy Aesthetic of “Chalky Slumber” Through Vinography Images Chris Lehoux, March 8, 2025 Many remarkable destinations exist in the world of wine, perfect for enthusiasts crafting their ideal wine tourism journeys. Among these, the chalk cellars of Champagne stand out as a must-visit for any wine lover. Nestled beneath the city of Reims, these tunnels stretch for miles, concealing millions of bottles of… Continue Reading
Continuum Vinography Unboxed: Highlights and Discoveries from the Week of February 16, 2025 Chris Lehoux, February 23, 2025 Hello and welcome to the latest edition of Vinography Unboxed, where I share the standout bottles from recent tastings. Tim Mondavi’s family has expanded their winemaking portfolio after nearly twenty years of focusing solely on red wine at Continuum Estate. They introduced a new brand, Sentium, featuring their inaugural Sauvignon… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Capturing the Essence of Spring: Vinography Images of Pruning Season Chris Lehoux, February 15, 2025 A recent image captured at Spottswoode Vineyards in Napa Valley reveals the beauty of spring as the vines undergo their annual pruning. The images show a long row of vines where fresh green shoots are beginning to sprout. The pruned canes are set aside to be chipped and mulched, creating… Continue Reading
Wine Reviews This Week in Wine: Highlights and Updates for the Week of February 9, 2025 Chris Lehoux, February 11, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s summary of interesting wine-related news. In Memoriam: The wine community mourns the loss of Martine Saunier, the founder of Martine’s Wines, leaving a unique void. California’s Wine Grape Crush: In a significant downturn, California experienced its lightest grape crush in 20 years, with only… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of February 2, 2025 Chris Lehoux, February 9, 2025 Welcome to this week’s edition of Vinography Unboxed, where I share some of the outstanding wines I’ve recently sampled. This week featured an intriguing selection, starting with an exceptional long lees-aged sparkling wine from Haliotide Wines. After an impressive 68 months on the lees, this wine showcases a luxurious texture… Continue Reading
Wine Reviews Exploring Vinography Images: Essential Tools for the Trade Chris Lehoux, February 8, 2025 If you’re venturing into winemaking, essential upkeep for your barrels and tanks is crucial. Just like maintaining a car for road trips, winemaking requires the right tools, including hammers and adjustable wrenches—likely metric ones for precision. A variety of equipment maintenance will ensure the quality of your wine production. Whether… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of January 26, 2025 Chris Lehoux, February 2, 2025 This week’s installment of Vinography Unboxed brings a spotlight to several sparkling wines and other exciting offerings from South Africa and California. Beginning with Cap Classique wines from South Africa, a regulated designation requiring traditional production methods, these wines must undergo secondary fermentation in the bottle and age for a… Continue Reading
Cal Ital The Rise of Cal-Ital: Embracing a Culinary Fusion Movement Chris Lehoux, January 29, 2025 Thirty years ago, the term "Cal-Ital" often evoked negative reactions among discerning wine consumers. Many had been disappointed by the low-quality, mass-produced wines that flooded the market as producers sought to capitalize on the latest trends. By the early 2000s, the Cal-Ital movement had largely faded, leaving a modest legacy… Continue Reading
Press Samples This Week in Wine: Vinography Unboxed for January 19, 2025 Chris Lehoux, January 26, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s exploration of wine samples that have arrived for tasting. I’m excited to share a diverse selection of noteworthy bottles that I encountered recently. This week’s tasting featured an array of wines from various locations. Starting from Napa, LOLA Wines offers a range of both… Continue Reading