Writing on Wine
Racking up the courage to try barrel tasting: What to look for in very young wine
If you’ve gone tasting a few times, you might have heard the term “barrel tasting” being thrown around — which, luckily, isn’t literal. Maybe you’ve watched or participated in it, and saw the winemaker stick some long eyedropper doohickey into a barrel and fill your glass with something that tastes absolutely nothing like the red wines you’ve grown to know and love. Continue »
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Be the first to comment on this postLaying Down Wine
“How long should I keep this before opening it?” is one of the most common questions heard in the tasting room. You might have even asked it yourself, only to likely hear a less committal answer than you might have liked. Continue »
Peachy Canyon Winery Partners with Phenix Wine Distributors
Award-winning California Winery Extends Reach of Thriving Phenix Portfolio Continue »
Feb 3, 2017 at 3:00 PMWine Glossary
Let’s face it, you know at least one wine snob. And every time they taste a wine you watch them swirl the glass and hold it up to the light while talking about how the supple bouquet of this single varietal Zinfandel brings an interesting layer of complexity that wasn’t present in the last vintage — or whatever. You’re not totally sure what they’re talking about, but you want to be. At the very least to be able to beat them at their own game. Don’t worry. We’ve got your back. Here’s an ever-expanding glossary of wine terminology to keep in your back pocket Continue »
Paso Zinfandel Pioneer Earns 96 Points for Zin Port
Zinfandel Port awarded 96 points from Tastings.com in Chicago Continue »
2014 Incredible Red - 94pts & Gold
at Jerry Mead's New World International Wine Competition Continue »
Peachy Canyon wins big at “Best California Zinfandel" awards for 2016
The Fifty Best rating the finest in wines and spirits, has for the first time shined its spotlight on Zinfandel from California. The Fifty Best recently hosted a tasting where 25 recent release wines were evaluated for the distinguished “Best California Zinfandel" awards for 2016. Continue »
3 Gold Medals at The Toast of the Coast Wine Competition
This year’s competition included 694 wines from the US and Mexico. Wines were judged by a four-judge panel consisting of one wine writer, one wine maker, one professional sommelier and one wine marketer. Judging took place February 20th - 21st Continue »
2013 Especial in California Grapevine
Appealing to drink now. Highly recommended. First place Continue »
Peachy Canyon Winery Appoints New Winemaker Robert Henson
Accomplished winemaker Robert Henson, previously of Tooth and Nail Winery, has joined the team at Peachy Canyon Winery as Winemaker. Continue »
90pts: Connoisseurs’ Guide
Peachy Canyon Viognier 2012: A whiff of jasmine joins more prominent notes of ripe peaches in the lime-tinged aromatic array here, and that set of goodies continues unabated in the mouth. Supple and somewhat on the rounded, glyceriny side in texture, but steering clear of excess and finishing heat at every stop, this wine can be enjoyed today yet can also be held for a bit. Continue »