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by @wineauxdlynnp H. Goutorbe Prestige Cuvee Brut NV Goutorbe is probably one of the edgiest champers I have consumed recently. I was instantly struck by a fragrance reminiscent of the Kew Gardens in...
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by @wineauxdlynnp 2002 Hirsch Riesling “Gaisberg” Kamptal Austria I’ve often joked the way you spell sommelier is RIESLING, and that will always be true. The 2002 vintage is one of my favorites from...
View ArticleSip Like a Somm: 2001 Senorio de P Pecina Reserva Rioja
by @wineauxdlynnp 2001 Senorio de P Pecina Reserva Rioja I feel now is the time to get into the austere yet mellow, and sometimes confused wines of Rioja. Made from a traditionally thin skinned variety...
View ArticleQ&A With FT33 GM and Sommelier Ryan Tedder
by Steven Doyle We met with Ryan Tedder, the sommelier and general manager for FT33 which opens this Saturday, October 13, 2012. Tedder spent time at Stephan Pyles and more recently at Grace in Fort...
View ArticleSip Like A Somm: 2011 Lieu Dit Sauvignon Blanc
by @wineauxdlynnp 2011 Lieu Dit Sauvignon Blanc This homage to old world inspired “sauvy” delivers laser like focus and balance. Fresh lime, kiwi, and apricot with uplifted white roses, ginger and...
View ArticleSip Like A Somm: Krug Grand Cuvee Brut NV
by @wineauxdlynnp Krug Grand Cuvee Brut NV There is a moment when sheer glory crosses your path. She delights you. She prickles your lips. She tantalizes. She even offers a garden of flowers, and a...
View ArticleA Leisurely Luncheon Respite At Nonna
by Steven Doyle Lunch is a precarious thing. A truly wonderful luncheon can be a harried distraction and certainly something that needs to be mapped out with great precision. The mid-day meal takes you...
View ArticleSip Like A Somm: Lost and Found Pinot Noir Russian River 2010
by @wineaudlynnp Lost and Found Pinot Noir Russian River 2010 With less than 600 cases produced to date, here is a Russian River Pinot Noir that makes you rethink the region. Bright cranberry,...
View ArticleFilm Somm Premiers In Dallas June 19 For One Night Only
by Steven Doyle Many months ago we discussed the Indie Film, Somm, made with unprecedented access that takes the viewer on a humorous, emotional, and illuminating look into one of the world’s most...
View ArticleWine Enthusiast Adds FT33 To Top 100 Wine Restaurants
by Steven Doyle Wine Enthusiast named their top 100 wine restaurants and FT33 was given kudos and listed “destination” bottles such as Etienne Sauzet 2009 Champ Canet Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),...
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