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A sideways compliment
Sideways: Chile
Full article ( https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/05/rex-pickett-wine-isnt-a-democracy/ )
On Sideways: Chile, Pickett took a slightly different approach, visiting as a guest of Wines of Chile and Pro Chile, the latter of which is a government organisation, and they offered him the concept of “why don’t you bring Miles and Jack down here?”
He said although he understands the groups wanted a creative work, which would “reap the benefits of the Santa Ynez Valley”, but he was also “trying to find a story”, and had to “find the characters”.
Pickett explained that he “did the tour” but that it “wasn’t really doing it for me”, and, just like Miles, he had to “discover and break through on my own.” In his search for his own take on the Chilean wine scene, Pickett went to its independent wine producers movement called MOVI, especially Derek Mossman’s Garage Wine Co.
He continues: “I broke away a little bit in Chile and started to discover MOVI, which is movement of independent vintners.
“I met Derek Mossman and some others, who helped me a great deal. I got to meet these real off-the-grid winemakers. I’m always interested in the small ones, the producers who are doing it for the love of wine. And they’re not really doing it for the money.”
Through this experience he was able to also discover some other winemakers, including one that he was particularly passionate about.
“And they’re doing stuff with certain indigenous grapes”, he explained, “And that’s what interests me, it is the discovery of the small people who are often off the edge off the grid.”
This is a core concern of Pickett, as we can see. For him wine isn’t simply a manufacturing process of a mass-produced beverage. It is much, much more than that. And it isn’t always the small producers who are doing the exciting things.
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Puntajes James Suckling 2024
El reconocido crítico estadounidense de vinos entregó los puntajes de Chile 🍇
Felicitaciones a @garagewineco por sus 96 puntos y a @ lapostollewinescl @demartinowines por sus 95 puntos 🏅
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Descorchados: ratings for garage wines
Calificaciones:
- 96 puntos
- Cru Truquilemu Vineyard 2020
- Sauzal Vineyard Lot115 2020
- 95 puntos
- Parcel Selection Isidore Vineyard Semillón F5 2022
- 94 puntos
- Pereira Vineyard Sirah Lot118 2020
- Reelegido Vineyard Lot 111 Cabernet Sauvignon
- 93 puntos
- País Soothsayers Single Ferment Series 2022
- Rosé Old Vine Pale Lot123 2022
- País 215 BC Ferment Single Ferment Series 2022
- Bagual Vineyard CGM Lot116 2020
- País Cariñena Phoenix Ferment Single Ferment Series 2022
- Published in Critics
Winners of The Old Vine Hero Awards 2024!! Announced
PRESS RELEASE
The winners of The Old Vine Hero Awards 2024 were announced at a virtual results webinar on Monday 25th March 2024.
To recognise and celebrate the diverse range of disciplines and expertise of those working in the virtuous cycle of old vine preservation The Old Vine Hero Awards 2024 fell into 5 award categories: Viticulture, Winemaking, Research, Communication and Commercial Impact. 105 nominations were received for individuals and organisations from 17 countries. The nominations were judged by an international panel of 15 old vine specialists and narrowed down to 16 finalists.
THE WINNERS ARE:
The Old Vine Hero Award 2024 for VITICULTURE was awarded to Professor Carlo Petrussi of Friuli Venezia Giulia in Italy for a life-time of work dedicated to old vine preservation including his project documenting all the presented by Rosa Kruger – Founder & Chairperson of The Old Vine Project in South Africa.
The Old Vine Hero Award 2024 for WINEMAKING was awarded to Viviana Malafarina of Basilisco, in Basilicata, Italy for her leadership in the transformation of winemaking and viticultural practise in the Basilicata region. The award was presented by Dr Laura Catena – Founder of the Catena Institute of Wine, Managing Director Catena Zapata and winner of The Old Vine Hero Award 2023.
The Old Vine Hero Award 2024 for RESEARCH was awarded to Feudi di San Gregorio of Campania in Italy for their research project that centres on the protection of indigenous varietals entitled ‘The Patriarchs’ – a study and catalogue of century old Aglianico vines from Taurasi. The award was presented by Umay Çeviker, OVC Regional Ambassador for Türkiye and recipient of the IWSC grant for Old Vine research in 2023.
The Old Vine Hero Award 2024 for COMMUNICATION was awarded to Randy Caparoso, Journalist & Photographer based in California for his extensive written and photographic documentation of old vines in California and was presented by Tamlyn Currin, Senior Editor at JancisRobinson.com
The Old Vine Hero Award 2024 for COMMERCIAL IMPACT was awarded to Joel Peterson of Once and Future Wines in USA for his work crafting hundreds of critically-acclaimed, vineyard-designated wines and competitively-priced blends from California’s oldest vineyards. The award was presented by Sarah Abbott MW, co-founder of The Old Vine Conference.
A special award was announced at the results webinar in recognition of the outstanding work and overall impact on the old vine movement of Derek Mossmann Knapp of Garage Wine Co. in Chile and founding member of VIGNO. Derek Mossmann Knapp was shortlisted in the Old Vine Hero Award categories for Viticulture and Winemaking and the total number of nominations and votes Derek received across the board prompted the presentation of an award for OVERALL IMPACT.
“Derek Mossman-Knapp has been devoted to the native varieties and old vines of Chile for two decades. Derek has elevated the importance of the historical viticultural value of Chile helping to revive viticultural heritage, foster a proper economy for old vines and raise the profile of lesser valued varieties like Carignan and Semillon. His tireless work and leadership have led to increased economic value of these wine areas and this type of vineyard, reviving the communities in and around Maule and Itata. His contribution to the old vine movement has been impactful on a global scale, inspiring others to follow his example. Recognition for his influence is long overdue and we are extremely proud to recognise Derek’s work with this unprecedented Old Vine Hero Award for Overall Impact.” Sarah Abbott MW, co-founder, The Old Vine Conference.
The Old Vine Hero Awards, now in their second year, were established to recognise the dedication, tenacity and talents of those working with old vines and their wines. The Old Vine Hero Awards are the only awards dedicated to raising awareness of and celebrating the individuals and organisations around the world making the greatest contribution towards the positive progression of the old vine movement.
The Old Vine Conference announced the 16 shortlisted nominees for the 2024 awards on 11th March and enlisted the help of the global wine community to vote for the winner. Voting closed at 21.00 on 21st March 2024 with a total of just under 3,000 votes having been cast.
The Prize
The winners of each category of The Old Vine Hero Awards 2024 will be invited to speak about their work with old vines on a panel at The Old Vine Conference 2024 taking place virtually on the 17th and 18th October. Wines that express the work of the Old Vine Hero Award 2024 winners will be among those shown at a Masterclass hosted by co-founder of The Old Vine Conference, Sarah Abbott MW at the London Wine Fair on the 22nd May.
Nominations for the Old Vine Hero Award 2025 will open in January 2025.
The Old Vine Hero Awards 2024 Shortlisted nominees:
Viticulture
- Jesus Jimenez & Alejandro Vicente Castro, Bodega Numanthia, Toro, Spain
- Dr. Dylan Grigg, Australia and Spain
- Derek Mossman-Knapp, Garage Wine Co, Chile
- Professor Carlo Petrussi, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy > WINNER
Winemaking
- Maria Jose Granier, Jardin Oculto, Bolivia
- Viviana Malafarina, Basilisco, Basilicata, Italy > WINNER
- Derek Mossman-Knapp, Garage Wine Co, Chile
Research
- Feudi di San Gregorio, Campania, Italy > WINNER
- Plaimont Producteurs, Gascony, France
- PORVID (Portuguese Association for the Conservation of Grapevine Diversity), Portugal
Communication
- Randy Caparoso, Journalist/Photographer, California, USA > WINNER
- Katie Jones, Domaine Jones, France
- Robert Hill-Smith, Yalumba, Australia
Commercial Impact
- Giles Cooke MW, Co-Owner and Co-Founder of Thistledown Wine, South Australia
- Joel Peterson, Once and Future Wines, USA > WINNER
- André Morgenthal, South Africa
The Old Vine Hero Awards 2024 judging panel:
The Old Vine Conference Global team: Sarah Abbott MW, Alun Griffiths MW, Belinda Stone & Cynthia Chaplin
The Old Vine Conference Regional Ambassadors: Umay Çeviker, Michèle Shah, Amanda Barnes, Anna Harris-Noble, Yiannis Karakasis MW and Lilla O’Connor
Independent specialists: Tamlyn Currin, Senior Editor at JancisRobinson.com, Justin Howard-Sneyd MW, trustee of The Regenerative Viticulture Foundation, Dr Laura Catena, Founder of the Catena Institute of Wine and Managing Director Catena Zapata, Luca Wines and Domaine Nico, Rosa Kruger, Founder & Chairperson of The Old Vine Project in South Africa, Michelle Bouffard, author, wine educator, journalist & founder of Tasting Climate Change.
About The Old Vine Conference:
The Old Vine Conference is a non-profit organisation co-founded in 2021 by Sarah Abbott MW, Alun Griffiths MW and Leo Austin. Its aim is to bring together a global network and create a new category for wine from heritage vineyards. The Old Vine Conference is changing the path for old vines and their wines and in its first 3 years has contributed exponentially to the awareness, understanding and support of the global old vine movement. The first conference took place in March 2021.
The Old Vine Conference is funded by a combination of sponsorship, and trade, winery and individual membership.
Instagram: @ouroldvines
LinkedIn: @TheOldVineConferenceLtd
Twitter: @ouroldvines
Contact:
Belinda Stone
The Old Vine Conference
belinda@oldvines.org
+44 (0)7903 804227
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¡Hemos sido nominados! y ¡LA VOTACIÓN ESTÁ ABIERTA!
La respuesta a la segunda edición de los Old Vine Hero Awards nos ha inspirado. Tanto la cantidad como la calidad han hecho que sea muy difícil llegar a la lista de finalistas. Los jueces han destilado 105 candidaturas de 17 países diferentes y las han reducido a 5 listas de 16 nominados. Cada lista está formada por las personas y organizaciones que los jueces consideran que están haciendo la mayor contribución al movimiento de la viña vieja dentro de la categoría en la que han sido nominados.
Los Old Vine Hero Awards 2024 se concederán a los candidatos preseleccionados que reciban más votos de la comunidad vitivinícola mundial en cada una de las cinco categorías. \Para ayudarte a decidir a quién votar, puedes encontrar un resumen de cada uno de los nominados en nuestro blog.
La votación se cerrará el jueves 21 de marzo a las 21.00 GMT. Los votos se contabilizarán
VOTA AQUÍ:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUdsz4ZGYSpi9qcmnrO9dVbs0UeNp75ILJOxF391CVgynyww/viewform
Los nominados son:
VITICULTURE
Jesus Jiménez & Alejandro Vincente Castro, Bodega Numanthia, Toro, Spain
Dr. Dylan Grigg, Australia and Spain
Derek Mossman-Knapp, Garage Wine Co, Chile
Professor Carlo Petrussi, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
WINEMAKING
Maria Jose Granier, Jardin Oculto, Bolivia
Viviana Malafarina, Basilisco, Basilicata, Italy
Derek Mossman-Knapp, Garage Wine Co, Chile
RESEARCH
Feudi di San Gregorio, Campania, Italy
Plaimont Producteurs, Gascony, France
PORVID (Portuguese Association for the Conservation of Grapevine Diversity), Portugal
COMMUNICATION
Randy Caparoso, Journalist/Photographer, California, USA
Katie Jones, Domaine Jones, France
Robert Hill-Smith, Yalumba, Australia
COMMERCIAL IMPACT
Giles Cooke MW, Co-Owner and Co-Founder of Thistledown Wine, South Australia
Joel Peterson, Once and Future Wines, USA
André Morgenthal, South Africa
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La Cav: ratings for Garage wines
Ratings:
- 97 points
- Cariñena Cru Truiquilemu Vineyard Empedrado Maule 2019, 2020
- VIGNO 2019
- 96 points
- Parcel Selection Renacido Vineyard Lot#124 2021
- Isidore Vineyard Maule Valley Semillón 2020, 2021
- País 215 BC Ferment 2020
- Single Ferment Series Cinsault 2020
- Sauzal Vineyard 2018
- VIGNO 2018
- Bagual Vineyard Garnacha Field Blend 2018
- 95 points
- VIGNO y Carignan Truquilemu Vineyard Lot#117 2021
- Single Ferment Series Cinsault 2021
- VIGNO Empedrado, Maule 2020
- Cru Truiquilemu Vineyard 2019
- Pirque Vineyard Lot#110 2019
- Cru Truiquilemu Vineyard 2019
- 94 points
- Cinsault Soothsayers Ferment Single Ferment Series Coelemu Itata 2022
- País 215 BC Ferment – Single Ferment Series País Maule 2022, 2021
- Almaule País Maule 2022
- Isidore Vineyard Semillón F5 Maule 2022
- Almaule 2021
- Bagual Vineyard Lot#116 Calivoro Maule 2020, 2019
- Truquilemu Vineyard 2019
- Renacido Vineyard 2019
- Reelegido Vineyard Lot#111 del Maipo 2019
- Sauzal Vineyard 2019
- CRU Truquilemu 2018
- Truquilemu Vineyard 2018
- Pirque Vineyard 2018
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Site Matters 2023!
Reliving: SITE MATTERS 2023!
On November 27th, the diversity of Chilean producers through thematic seminars featuring 16 Chilean winemakers, who shared their insights regarding 16 site specific wines.
Renowned chef @victoriablamey joined us with unique preparations 
, and sommeliers Jonathan Charnay and Marcelo Arriagada were in charge of an impeccable service.
Thanks to everyone for sharing a small piece of the mosaic that is Chilean Wine!
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Top 100 Wines of Chile 2023 – James Suckling
Mediterranean varietals such as carignan and cinsault, as well as the historic grape pagís, have seen comebacks as producers have put renewed emphasis on Mediterranean freshness and drinkability. This is especially evident in the southern Maule, Itata and Malleco regions, where some of the lightest and most drinkable wines are now being crafted as best expressed by our Nº7 wine, the Garage Wine Co. Cariñena Empedrado Vineyard Field Blend 2019, and our Nº10 wine, the Pedro Parra y Familia Valle de Itata Miles 2021.
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Tasting Almaule, Talca
Almaule y CRDP realizaron el Tasting Almaule en Studio Talca. Un desafío a los sentidos en un evento de vinos que ofreció despertar la imaginación y liberar el espíritu. Un evento que reunió también a los Almaule y sus productores. La ocasión se definió como un viaje al alma del Maule con el refresco oficial. Hubo vino, música y mucha vida.
Artículo completo aquí: https://onemagazine.cl/2023/10/23/tasting-almaule-talca/
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Facultad de ciencias agronómicas de la Universidad de Chile distinguió a grandes enólogos y enólogas
La Estación Experimental Agronómica “Germán Greve Silva”, ubicada en el Santuario Quebrada de la Plata, celebró 90 años de historia este viernes 20 de octubre. Con el hito, se conmemoraron nueve décadas de docencia e investigación de parte de la Facultad de Ciencias Agronómicas en el predio ubicado en la comuna de Maipú.
La ceremonia fue encabezada por la Rectora de la Universidad de Chile, Rosa Devés, y el decano de la Facultad de Ciencias Agronómicas, Gabino Reginato, entre otras autoridades del plantel.
La ceremonia incluyó un reconocimiento a tres enólogos y dos enólogas de importante trayectoria: Sergio Daneri, destacado por su aporte en la academia; Maria Luz Marín, y Pablo Morandé, enólogos empresarios destacados en el sector vitivinícola; y Andrés Sánchez y Pilar Miranda, reconocidos como emprendedores y por su aporte gremial.
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