"That's right Leo. Some work to do out there and get these consumers to a different understanding of the qualities of grape wine."
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Being a foodie makes selling wine a breeze
Started Apr 21, 2009
My Top Ten Wines
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Laurence Davidson May 5, 2009.
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Leo J. Baduria commented on Leo J. Baduria's group Wine in Asia"The problem I have seen in my 2 years in Hong Kong is the market's obsession with first growth Bordeaux, at the expense of all the other regions. They buy Bordeaux as status symbol, not for the pleasure of drinking. In general, most Chinese…"
Rainer Adam commented on Leo J. Baduria's group Wine in Asia"Have a look at my blog entries on wineries and wine in Thailand.
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Rainer Adam commented on Leo J. Baduria's group Wine in Asia"Yes it might. Even if Bordeaux wine is mixed with sprite or coke by some, sooner or later many will learn about wine and wine appreciation. And we have many wineries in Asia, for instance in Thailand, Burma, Vietnam, Bali, and India. And in China of…"
Leo J. Baduria left a comment for Arthur Przebinda"Hi Arthur,
Let's keep in touch by email (leobaduria@gmail.com). I can fill you in on the wine market in Asia.
Cheers,
Leo"
Leo J. Baduria left a comment for Jessica Hanson"Hi Erika,
Thanks for joining me. Let's stay connected.
Cheers,
Leo"
Leo J. Baduria left a comment for João Tavares de Pina"Dear João,
Thank you for your message.
I have excellent memories of Dao wine as it is one of the first wines I liked when I started appreciating wines in the early 80s. I would be interested in looking at importing your wine into Hong…"
João Tavares de Pina left a comment for Leo J. Baduria"Hi Leo,
Portugal has many autochthones grape varieties, red and whites.
White varieties are very interesting, with very different characters, but SYRIA also called Códega do Larinho is fantastic, with citrons aromas of tangerine and…"
Jean Wilson replied to Leo J. Baduria's discussion My Top Ten Wines"I can't believe the response to this has been so limited. I would think everyone would respond. My favorites are as follows:
1. Layer Cake Shiraz 2006 (one bottle still in the wine fridge)
2. Layer Cake Malbec 2007
3. Sixth Sense Shiraz…"
Rob Hansult replied to Leo J. Baduria's discussion My Top Ten Wines"Yeah - the 2000 Pavie is in my top 10 too. Traditional & open-minded growing & winemaking gave us an amazing work of art here. I'm going to have to find some Tildio Riesling soon, too. Haven't tasted much Riesling from the west…"
Leo J. Baduria replied to Leo J. Baduria's discussion My Top Ten Wines"Excellent selections Laurence! I'm curious about the Syrah and the Tildio Riesling. Looks like this discussion is very promising. Let's keep checking what our members have for their Top Ten wines.
Thanks,
Leo"
Laurence Davidson replied to Leo J. Baduria's discussion My Top Ten Wines"Hey Leo,
This is what I call a fun assignment ;)
1. Rudy Schultz Syrah 2005, Stellenbosch, South Africa (you want Hermitage at 1/10th the price? I kid you not!)
2. Northwest Totem Cellars Late Harvest Viognier, Elerding Vineyard 2006
3. Walla Walla…"
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- Portfolio Wine & Spirits
- About my company:
- Portfolio is a specialty wine importer and distributor in Hong Kong/Asia Pacific and Ontario, Canada. Our main focus is on exciting wines from small to medium size family wineries, with special attention given to unique varietals and blends. Our customer base includes many casual/fine dining establishments, wine bars, private clubs and wine collectors. We also offer comprehensive wine training and food/wine matching advice.
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- Blogger, Distributor
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- Toronto & Hong Kong
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- Refreshing ideas from fellow wine lovers and importers..
- About Me:
- I have over 18 years of experience in the wine industry, and my personal interest in wine goes back 30 years. I look at wine as a product of creative passion and history. Which is why I always include a story in every wine I sell.
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- http://portfoliowine.com
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- At 3:36am on November 2, 2009, João Tavares de Pina said…
- Hi Leo,
Portugal has many autochthones grape varieties, red and whites.
White varieties are very interesting, with very different characters, but SYRIA also called Códega do Larinho is fantastic, with citrons aromas of tangerine and orange.
Portugal Dão region has the most gastronomic wines: fresh, intense, elegant with very nice acidity, made with autochthonous grapes from very particularly varieties.
Just try.
I am a producer in Portuguese Dão region, and I suggest you to taste an old Dão.
Just see what Paul White Thinks about as:
“So far, Portugal has managed to remain true to its traditions, while at the same time offering up a huge range of distinctive grape varieties and unusual wine styles precisely when many of us are tiring of endless New World makeovers of French varietals.
Dao has a lot going for it in that respect: first rate grape varieties firmly rooted in granite-based ‘terroir’ that sparkles back like diamonds, all this shaped by a growing season that’s relatively gentler and longer than other Portuguese regions. Although relatively unknown and sometimes tricky to pronounce, Dao’s red wines offer consumers genuinely new and exciting tasting experiences.”
Visit please our web-site, for now it’s just in Portuguese, but to see photos you don’t need any translation: www.quintadaboavista.eu
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