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Folk Notes

Folk Notes: Domaine de la Chevalerie

Folk Notes: Domaine de la Chevalerie

A glimpse into the rich legacy and sustainable winemaking behind Domaine de la Chevalerie. more

Folk Notes: Maison Noir

Folk Notes: Maison Noir

Maison Noir crafts bold, approachable wines from Oregon’s Willamette Valley, blending serious winemaking with unapolo... more

Folk Notes: Favorite Spring/Summer Aperitivi

Folk Notes: Favorite Spring/Summer Aperitivi

Exploring the world of low-ABV aperitivi crafted for slower afternoons and seasonal sipping—from the Alps to Provence... more

A closer look at Carignan - Folkways

Folk Notes: A closer look at Carignan

Celebrating the complexity and versatility of Carignan—a humble grape with a rich history and a bright future in the ... more

Folk Notes: Aligoté

Folk Notes: Aligoté

Exploring the quiet power of Aligoté—an underdog white grape with deep Burgundy roots and a bright, mineral-driven fu... more

Folk Notes: Introduction to the Canary Islands

Folk Notes: Introduction to the Canary Islands

Explore the moon-like vineyards of the Canary Islands, where ancient volcanic soils and ocean winds produce some of S... more