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Michael Wangbickler CWE DipWSET Influencer Badge

President at Balzac Communications & Marketing, adjunct at Napa Valley College, wine judge, lecturer, and occasional freelance writer.

http://balzac.com

1273 wines • 468 followers • 526 following

Ameztoi

Getariako Txakolina Hondarrabi Zuri

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Yealands Estate

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2015

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Gooseberry! Fresh and lively with a hint of sweetness. Classic NZ. #wbc18 — 7 years ago

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Troon Vineyard

Whole Grape Ferment Riesling 2017

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Orange wine with interesting grip and bright acidity. #wbc18 — 7 years ago

Gloria Ferrer

Méthode Champenoise Carneros Sparkling Blanc de Blancs

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Good effort from Sonoma producer. Fresh. Drink now. #wbc18 — 7 years ago

Fermi Bohigas

Reserva Brut Cava Blend

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L'Ecole No. 41

Columbia Valley Sémillon 2016

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Classic dense semillon. Long finish. Super value! #wbc18 — 7 years ago

Gård Vintners

Roussanne Grand Klasse Reserve Lawrence Vineyards 2015

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Rich, barrel fermented. Nutty oxidation. Medium finish. Phenolic bitterness. Lovely. #wbc18 — 7 years ago

Desert Wind

Desert Wind Vineyard Chardonnay

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Fat and rich. Barrel fermentation and 100% ML. Well made for the style. #wbc18 — 7 years ago

Otis Kenyon

Roussanne 2017

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Early picked. Lean and mean. Phelonic interest with med-long finish. #wbc18 — 7 years ago

Barnard Griffin

Columbia Valley Albariño 2017

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One of the best examples of this varietal in the states. Excellent depth and length. #wbc18 — 7 years ago