Wine Review: 2014 La Crema Willamette Pinot Noir

2014 La Crema Willamette Pinot Noir
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Varietal:  Pinot Noir (100%)
Region:  Williamette Valley, Oregon, USA
Winery:  La Crema/Jackson Wine Estates International

Review by Liz Palmer

liz-palmer.com – November 27 2016

Rating: 90 points

This lush offering is a medium-bodied, satin-smooth Oregonian Pinot Noir that has classic aromas of fleshy ripe cherry and berry in a delicate frame work. Racy acidity on the palate – intense but polished.

Pairs well with grilled salmon, seared tuna, and roast beef.

VINTAGES Number: 385757   |   $38.95

 

 

 

 

Toronto Wine Lovers — The Ultimate Guide To Champagne is now available at Ben McNally Books

Toronto-based Wine Writer, Liz Palmer’s The Ultimate Guide To Champagne is now available at Ben McNally Books, 366 Bay Street, Toronto — “Toronto’s Most Beautiful Bookstore”

About The Ultimate Guide To Champagne:

There is much more to champagne than the drink – Champagne is named after the region where it is grown, fermented and bottled.  This essential guide takes you to this region, explores its culture and honours its history.

Unlike any other book about Champagne, The Ultimate Guide To Champagne is the most comprehensive and visually stunning guide you’ll ever come across – in these pages you’ll discover:

Over 220 Engaging Photos, Maps, Detailed Charts, and Historical Anecdotes

How to Explore the Region

Grape Varieties and Styles

Grand Marques / Growers and Cooperatives, The Annual Viticulture Cycle, Harvest and Production, Champagne and Food Pairing Guides

How to Cook with Champagne

Recipes from Champagne Families

How to Taste and Identify Flavors

How to describe and Rate Champagne

How to Shop, Store and Serve

Champagne Etiquette & Style

Tips for Weddings

International Champagne Bars

The Economics of Champagne

Health Benefits

Science Facts

Extensive Glossaries

and much more…

 

The Ultimate Guide To Champagne is highly recommended for everyone, from beginners to experts.  It’s a remarkable point of reference into which any wine lover or professional can dip in and browse.

The Champagne Bible for ALL wine lovers.

So pop open your favorite Champagne, pour yourself a glass, and start reading The Ultimate Guide To Champagne!

http://benmcnallybooks.com/

Wine Book Signing: Liz Palmer’s The Ultimate Guide To Champagne with BCCTC, BCBC and CNBPA – Toronto

img_0105-5 img_0098-2On November 15, 2016, I had an exceptional book signing at PJ O’Brien’s Pub – 9 Colborne St, Toronto.

The event was hosted by:

The British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce [BCCTC];
Belgian Canadian Business Chamber [BCBC]; and
 Canadian Netherlands Business and Professional Association Inc. [CNBPA]

I’m very happy to say event was sold out!

I was elated and happy to see old friends and meet new BCCTC, BCBC and CNBPA members. In attendance were my dear friends Milo Vassallo, former Consulate General of Malta, Christian Frayssignes President of EUCCAN and VP of Belgian Canada Business Chamber, and Idalia Obregon, Executive Director of BCCTC.

The Quote of the night was The Ultimate Guide To Champagne is “The Champagne Bible for ALL wine lovers!”

Champagne Lover’s Book Signing in New York – Liz Palmer’s The Ultimate Guide To Champagne Winds Up Successful Champagne Week

I was thrilled to be in New York to not only officially launch my book in the United States but to finally meet in person Ms Blaine Ashley.  The launch and signing took place:

Sunday, November 13th
3 pm- 6 pm
@ Amor y Amargo
443 E 6th St, New York, NY 10009

 

In attendance was New York wine media and other industry people. Blaine’s own champagne label Champagne Bulle de Reve was also served.

 

http://nychampagneweek.com/#section-bulle-de-reve

 

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@LizPalmer_

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Wine Book Launch: Liz Palmer’s The Ultimate Guide to Champagne – November 13- 3 pm, New York

imagesJoin New York Champagne Week Founder, Blaine Ashley as she welcomes Journalist, Liz Palmer as she officially debuts her book to NYC: The Ultimate Guide to Champagne. This essential guide takes you to the Champagne region, explores its culture and honors it’s history. Chalk full of beautiful pictures, this equally informative read provides tips for traveling the region, breaks down grape varieties and styles, Grand Marques / Growers and Cooperatives, harvest and viticulture. The guide also covers food pairings, how to cook with Champagne and how to taste and identify flavors. Readers will also explore Champagne Etiquette and Style, tips for weddings, the Economics of Champagne and it’s health benefits, yes, HEALTH BENEFITS! Come on, come all to enjoy the final day of the 4th Annual New York Champagne Week with The Ultimate Guide to Champagne. Champagne Bulle de Reve will be served.

http://nychampagneweek.com/public-events/