July 21, 2026
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EN ROUTE

“Les Pommiers” Pinot Noir 2023

Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, CA

En Route (owned by The House of Far Niente) makes opulent, layered, hedonistic Pinot Noirs that are full-bodied and mouthfilling. The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

74 points Karen MacNeil / WineSpeed

Available at wine.com

A. Must carry an ingredient and nutrition label

B. Must note that the wine is less than 0.5% alcohol

C. Must be made from actual wine grapes (not other fruits) and use the term “dealcoholized” or “alcohol-removed” wine

D. All of the above

The Name Shiraz

International Shiraz Day was established by Australian wine companies in 2020 and has since been celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of July. Herewith, some information on the name Shiraz. The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

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