Cellar Notes on WYPR

The ideal wine for casual relaxed dinners, built to be loved, easy to drink.

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It's fun to go exploring off the beaten path, and Hugh is doing just that, looking at three whites from unfamiliar regions in Spain.

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An overlooked noble white grape, chenin blanc is capable of a wide variety of styles and flavor profiles. Hugh looks at three.

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Maybe the oldest continuously producing wine region, Greece has seen enormous progress in its wine in recent years.

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Grown around the world, Syrah, or Shiraz, has become a big hit.

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One of the most venerable grapes in Italy is still making high quality white wine, and Hugh has a sampling.

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A lot of wineries love single varietal wines, but some of the most interesting and affordable choices are big red blends.

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Founded by the late Jim Clendenen, Au Bon Climat set the pace for restrained, well-crafted pinot noir and chardonnay.

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The Italians have made a fine art out of dining outdoors, and here are some perfect wines for it.

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If you hate oaky chardonnay, here are a few ideas you might want to try.

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