Tag Archives: Cabernet Franc

The Big Winner at the 2023 Hudson Valley Wine Competition? The Hudson River Region!

Posted on October 9, 2023 by upstatedowntown

By Christopher Matthews While it is one of the oldest wine regions in the US, dating back to the 17th century, the Hudson Valley (HV) has always been a heterogeneous agricultural area, with many different crops and fruits under cultivation, … Continue reading →

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Whitecliff Tops Field at 2022 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition

Posted on September 13, 2022 by upstatedowntown

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 →

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Fjord, Hudson-Chatham and Cab Franc: Big Winners at 2019 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition

Posted on September 11, 2019 by upstatedowntown

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 →

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Whitecliff’s “Olana” Cab Franc Strikes Gold at NY Wine Classic

Posted on August 9, 2019 by upstatedowntown

By Christopher Matthews At a recent — and first-ever — group tasting of the Hudson Valley Cabernet Franc Coalition (HVCFC) wineries, one of my standout wines was Whitecliff Vineyards‘ 2017 Olana Vineyard Cabernet Franc. It seems that I am not alone in … Continue reading →

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A Big First: HV Cab Franc Coalition Showcases New Releases & Cellar Gems

Posted on June 6, 2019 by upstatedowntown

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 →

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Hudson Valley Cab Franc Takes Flight

Posted on June 21, 2018 by upstatedowntown

By Christopher Matthews For well over a decade, there has been a growing consensus among winemakers in the Hudson Valley (HV) that Cabernet Franc is the best red vinifera grape variety for the region. As an observer of the local wine scene, … Continue reading →

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2015 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition: Millbrook, Robibero Share Top Honor

Posted on September 15, 2015 by upstatedowntown

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 →

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Chinon and Ramps? Mais Oui

Posted on May 2, 2011 by upstatedowntown

By Christopher Matthews Before the ramp season completely plays out for 2011, here’s one more ramp-related post, this one on a noteworthy food-wine pairing. As a pungent spring green, ramps are often labelled, like asparagus and artichokes, as tricky to pair with wines. The stock solution … Continue reading →

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