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GRAPE JUICE GROUP 90 Carmel Road 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, California ($18) Deep garnet color; velvety and juicy, with sweet plum, black raspberry, and cherry. IMPORTED 95 Cap Maritime 2018 Chardonnay, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, South Africa ($54) Looks like Hamilton Russell has some serious competition in the South Africa Chardonnay department from the offshoot of Marc Kent's Boekenhoutskloof operation: This bottling is racy and lush, with creamy vanilla, toasty oak, and generous citrus. 97 Knights Bridge 2017 Linville Cabernet Sauvignon, Knights V alley ($150) Ripe plum, berries, and vanilla on the nose give way to a silky texture. P ARAGON VINEY ARD CO. 95 Cliff Lede Vineyards 2017 Rock Block Series Dancing Heart Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley ($110) Deep garnet color and a lush berry nose. [Extracted from the article]

Yet because its wines are sold under a variety of separate brand names linked to Spain's most prestigious growing regions, this five-generation global powerhouse remains relatively unknown to the American wine-buying public. Portfolio spotlight WINE GIANT GARCÍA CARRIÓN MAKES ITS NAME IN THE U.S. MARKET Spanish Succession by David Gadd PHOTOS COURTESY OF GARCÍA CARRIÓN stablished in 1890, García Carrión was designed for export from the outset. In the 130 years since its founding, García Carrión has become the largest wine company in Europe and the fourth-largest in the world, extending its commercial activities to more than 156 countries on five continents. [Extracted from the article]

Departments WINES Santa Ema 2019 Reserva Select Terroir Sauvignon Blanc, Maipo Valley, Chile ($11) Stark scents of mowed grass and Asian pear are bright and quite exciting. 92 PACIFIC HIGHWAY WINES Nola Grace Cellars 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, California ($12) This wine has a tropical allure, with fresh and fruity flavors and aromas that include pineapple and lime. 90 DELICATO FAMILY WINES 7 Deadly 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Lodi ($16) The alluring array of aromas includes sweet tobacco, black cherry, clove, and cinnamon. 90 THE WINE GROUP Qupé 2018 Syrah, Central Coast ($20) Aged 16 months in (15% new) François Frères Burgundy barrels, this Syrah-dominant blend with 13% Grenache, 3% Tempranillo, and 2% Mourvèdre comprises fruit sourced from vineyards spanning from Santa Ynez to Paso Robles. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the Côtes du Rhône wines in France and the quality they produce. Topics discussed include the views of Rhône enthusiast Jordan Ogron, co-owner of Tesse restaurant and adjoining Boutellier wine shop in West Hollywood, California, on the wine; Ogrons' partnership with Bill Chait to open Tesse; and the growth of wine industry in the U.S. and potential price increases.

90 THE TASTING PANEL ~ APRIL/MAY 2021 The sheer range of García Carrión's portfolio of Spanish wines is astounding, but that's not the only remarkable thing about the company: It's the largest wine producer in Europe and the fourthlargest in the world. García Carrión now boasts estate vineyards and winemaking facilities in ten DO and DOCa zones, such as the historic Viña Arnáiz in Ribera del Duero. Importing brands like this and many others to the U.S., García Carrión is helping Americans to enjoy the variety and quality of wine that Spain has to offer - at prices within reach for all. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports the market launch of sparkling rose wine made by French wine company, Rivarose in the U.S. market. Topics discussed include the history of making sparkling wine by this wine company since 1909, the essence of this Mediterranean wine brand, along with the packaging changes for this wine in the U.S. market.

The article offers information on the history of winemaker Calvet located in Bordeaux, France which was founded in 1823. Topics include the insights of Calvet's Bordeaux development director Jean-Marc Dulong about the services and products offered by the firm, the challenges faced by the company in the past years along with its success, and the 200th anniversary of the company in 2018.

The article introduces two legendary wine producers, which includes Château Angélus, France from eighth-generation owner and Managing Director Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal, made from planting of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and Bo Barrett of Chateau Montelena from Napa Valley bottlings, California.