Black Ankle Vineyards 2007 Crumbling Rock
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I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the quality of Maryland wines sampled during the Twitter Taste-off at the DrinkLocalWine.com 2010 conference. I’ve praised Maryland wines for some time now (see my earlier recap) and continue to be impressed with the quality of wines being produced. I didn’t have…
Making A Statement
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Not often do you see the new kid on the block make the splash Black Ankle Vineyards has in its inaugural year. Winning Maryland’s top wine award two years in a row, the coveted Governor’s Cup for their Crumbling Rock Bordeaux blend, Black Ankle has won “best in show” in…
A Maryland Fruit Bomb
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In continuation of Regional Wine Week, I pick up where I left off with a review of the Elk Run 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon. Produced from grapes from their Cold Friday Vineyard, the Cabernet was recently awarded a Best in Class in the 2009 Maryland Governor’s Cup competition for top red….
Just Do It!
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After several visits to Virginia’s wine country, I decided it was finally time to cross the state line to experience Maryland and the growing wine industry for myself. I’ve repeatedly had my sights set on a visit, but for whatever reasons, always ran out of time. Thankfully, I followed through…
Maryland’s Growing Wine Industry
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Growing at a staggering 25 percent a year, Maryland’s wine industry is no longer the best kept secret on the East Coast. With 38 licensed wineries on the map, encompassing 5 trails, 4 distinct growing regions, and 3 AVAs, Maryland offers visitors a wine for every palate and makes for…
2009 Regional Wine Week
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Today marks day 1 of Regional Wine Week, an annual event started by Dave McIntyre and Jeff Siegel over at DrinkLocalWine.com in 2008. Wine writers and bloggers across the US will be sharing their stories about “wine from around here” -– wherever “here” might be. During the week, DrinkLocalWines.com will…
Maryland’s Boordy Vineyards
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It’s been quiet on TheOther46.com this week for a good reason. I’m up visiting Virginia and Maryland wine countries and tasting the states best offerings. I decided to take a quick break from the wine and cheese to write up a review. Last night I had the opportunity to sample my…