A brief note beforehand: Languedoc and Roussillon are usually mentioned together, but for me, the two regions are completely different, whether in terms of size, history, culture, style, or winemaking practices. That’s why the Roussillon wines got a separate report (The Roussillon: 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 – JebDunnuck.com). Now... Read More| JebDunnuck.com
It’s not easy making wine in the Sierra Foothills, a sprawling, high-elevation region at the edge of climate disruption that’s endured wildfires, deep freezes, and high heat over the last several years. Still, it persists, with new energy and the experience of great farmers keeping its legacy alive through a... Read More| JebDunnuck.com
This report covers the 2023 vintage from Santa Barbara County. As with Paso Robles further north, this was a brilliant vintage that yielded pure, balanced, elegant, yet still beautifully concentrated wines. Clearly, the stars of the show are the Pinot Noirs and the Rhône varieties, yet this report is packed... Read More The post Santa Barbara’s Brilliant 2023s appeared first on JebDunnuck.com.| JebDunnuck.com
Willamette Valley 2023 and 2022 This report takes an in-depth look at the Willamette Valley’s current and upcoming releases of the 2023 and 2022 vintages. Having concluded my coverage of Sonoma, looking at the same vintages, there is minimal overlap in the story concerning the 2023 harvest. While 2023 was... Read More The post Oregon – Willamette Valley’s 2023s and 2022s. appeared first on JebDunnuck.com.| JebDunnuck.com
This report looks at the latest 2023s from Paso Robles. The vintage was defined by a cool, extended growing season that yielded fresher, more focused wines with plenty of concentration and depth. While Paso can easily produce ripe, powerful wines, the top 2023s bring a remarkable sense of freshness, purity,... Read More| JebDunnuck.com
