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Tag Archives: Benmarl Winery
Whitecliff Tops Field at 2022 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition
Most things change, and very few stay the same. But a dependable constant in the Hudson Valley wine scene has been — and remains — the quality and excellence of Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery. Whitecliff owners Michael Migliore and Yancey Stanforth-Migliore … Continue reading
Fjord, Hudson-Chatham and Cab Franc: Big Winners at 2019 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition
By Christopher Matthews On a beautiful early September day at the Dutchess County Fairgounds this past Saturday, the Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition (HVWSC) once again took place. As usual, some results were expected, some were surprising, but overall, the judging experience … Continue reading
A Big First: HV Cab Franc Coalition Showcases New Releases & Cellar Gems
By Christopher Matthews In its first-ever group tasting, the Hudson Valley Cabernet Franc Coalition (HVCFC) kicked off with an impressive bang on 30 May 2019, hosted by Nostrano Vineyards in its picturesque, wine-country setting. The eight legacy coalition members — … Continue reading
Posted in Hudson Valley, NY wine, Wine
Tagged Benmarl Winery, Cabernet Franc, Fjord Vineyards, Glorie Farm Winery, Hudson Valley Cabernet Franc Coalition, Hudson Valley Wine, Milea Estate Vineyards, Millbrook Vineyard and Winery, Nostrano Vineyards, Robibero Family Vineyard, Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery
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2018 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition: Benmarl Sweeps Top Awards
By Christopher Matthews One year ago, Benmarl Winery shared the coveted Winery of the Year award (with Tousey Winery) at the 2017 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition (HVWSC). At the 2018 HV competition, held this past Saturday in Rhinebeck, … Continue reading
2017 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competion: Whitecliff Wins Big…
By Christopher Matthews …with its 2016 Vidal Blanc from the Hudson River Region (HRR)! Not only did Whitecliff Vineyard & Winery win Best in Show with its Vidal Blanc, but it also took Best Overall Hudson Valley Wine (using Hudson Valley fruit) … Continue reading
2015 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition: Millbrook, Robibero Share Top Honor
By Christopher Matthews Stop the presses! For the first time since the award was originated four years ago, Millbrook Vineyard and Winery, the Hudson Valley’s perennial wine flagship, was not the sole Hudson Valley Winery of the Year winner at … Continue reading
Posted in NY craft beverages, NY wine, Spirits + Cocktails, Wine
Tagged 2015 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition, Bashakill Vineyards, Benmarl Winery, Cabernet Franc, Clermont Vineyards, Clinton Vineyards, French-American hybrids, Hudson Valley Distillers, Hudson Valley Wine, Millbrook Vineyard and Winery, Robibero Family Vineyard, Victory View Vineyards
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Gold Galore at 2013 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition
By Christopher Matthews Last weekend I had the honor once again to be a judge at the Hudson Valley Wine and Spirits Competition. The tasting started early on a gorgeous September morning at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, where the golden sunshine outside was matched by … Continue reading
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