Cellar Notes on WYPR

You can pay a lot for good Bordeaux, but some wines out there are exceptional values.

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Every now and then we like to look back at some old friends of ours to see how they're doing these days. Hugh takes a look at this mixed bag.

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Some of California's most intriguing wines don't carry the name of the grape on their label. Exotic and imaginative red blends can offer value and interest.

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March is Maryland Wine Month, a chance to celebrate the impressive progress our state has been making in its wine industry. Al features three favorites.

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Sonoma's Russian River Valley is home to some of the best chardonnays and pinot noirs in California. Hartford Family Winery does it as well as anybody.

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Cold nippy weather is the perfect season for warm hearty ales like stout and porter. Hugh makes a survey of some of his favorites.

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The northern Spanish regions of Rioja and Priorat are the most prestigious of the country. But quality doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg.

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Argentina made malbec famous. But its origins are in central France, where the deep and brooding grape first was turned into wine. It also grows extensively in California.

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One of the most popular wines in all of Italy, Valpolicella comes in several distinct styles. Hugh looks at a strong lineup from Cesari.

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Maryland rye is staging a dramatic comeback and the quality from around the state is very high. Here are a few suggestions.

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