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Finca el Origen Malbec Reserva 2008

———————— The photo above is of the BBQ pit at Smitty’s in Lockhart, Texas, one of my absolute favorite BBQ joints. This fire sits practically in the middle of the hallway as you enter and the smell in this little room is heavenly. Put this place on your bucket list. Image credit: jstorer via Flickr [...]

Finca El Portillo Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Mendoza

Producer:  Bodegas Salentein Grapes: 100% Sauvignon Blanc Appellation: Mendoza (Argentina), Valle de Uco Vineyards: 100% estate vineyard Finca El Oasis. High elevation (3445 feet).  Alluvial soils. Night harvested. Aging: 100% stainless steel Alcohol: 13.5% Price: I paid $8.49 My tasting notes:  The nose is steely, with citrusy aromas. The high elevation, night harvesting and stainless fermentation/aging [...]

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