Category Archives: Long Island

12 December, 2018 07:21

Posted on December 12, 2018 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

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13 November, 2018 06:59

Posted on November 13, 2018 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

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22 October, 2018 17:55

Posted on October 22, 2018 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

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16 October, 2018 05:23

Posted on October 16, 2018 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

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9 October, 2018 03:30

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

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New York Cork Reports “Drink New York Dinner” featuring Arrowhead Spring Winery Dinner at the Riverhead Project Thursday, July 11th at 7pm

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

As you know, I joined the team at the New York Cork Report about a month ago.  Part of the reason I was brought on was to help the Cork Report cover more of Long Island.  To bring you the … Continue reading →

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Southampton Publick House 2011 Imperial Russian Stout

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

A beer review on Undertaking Wine?!  What the heck is going on here! Yes, this is not a mistake.  This is a review of a bottle of beer that is no ordinary bottle of beer.  Southampton Pulick House Imperial Russian … Continue reading →

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Undertaking A New Blogging Adventure

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

In case you missed it a couple of weeks ago, I have joined the great team over at the New York Cork Report as a correspondent.  This has been a bit of a dream come true for a locavore, NYS wine … Continue reading →

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Al Despertar de Mi Siesta Mexicana

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

It’s been awhile since a post appeared here. I’ve said time and time again some of the things that hindered me from blogging, I’m not going to rehash them and remind you of my outside influences.  Boring. Tonight is my last … Continue reading →

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This Would Never Happen In Bordeaux: A Weird Kickstarter For Southold Farm + Cellar

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

Imagine if Long Island wine region had rules and regulations like Bordeaux or Burgundy or Loire or Mosel.  A project like this would not happen.  The DOCG would not let this happen.  We are kind of lucky we are on Long Island and we … Continue reading →

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Paumanok Vineyards 2010 Festival Red

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

This is not Paumanok Vineyards current Festival Red release, they are currently offering the 2011.  Never the less, this is intended to be had young, and boy was this young. Paumanok Vineyards 2010 Festival Red ($22) (Sold Out) captures the essence  of … Continue reading →

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Martha Clara Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

I am not a cabernet sauvignon fan.  I find it hard to get into.  One of the reasons I think is it never gets as ripe as it should or could here on the North Fork, unless Mother Nature is … Continue reading →

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Medolla Vineyards 2007 Merlot

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

The goal of any winemaker or at least  what I think a winemaker tries to do with grapes brought in from the vineyard is a simple one;  Capture the essence of the vintage in the bottle.  When you taste a … Continue reading →

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Shinn Estate Vineyards 2009 Estate Merlot

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

There is no question that merlot is king on the North Fork. All vineyards have a percentage of their land with it planted. Year after year it shows very well. In 2009, the weather was not as hot as say 2007, … Continue reading →

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Bedell Cellars 2009 Merlot

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

In case you have been living under a rock or not on Facebook or twitter or do not have access to network television or even daily news papers, Bedell Cellars in Cutchogue will have the honor of having its 2009 Merlot … Continue reading →

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Clean Slate: Not Talking Aroma or Flavor Here.

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

It’s what I need. It has been almost four months since I posted something to this blog.  A real shame.  Not only for me and for those that follow my writings, but for the region and hobby I love. I … Continue reading →

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