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6 Wines That Are Earth Friendly And Palate Pleasing

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Opaque Tannat is new release this season. Tannat is a grape that is characteristically bold, and tannic

The brand has a series called 'Earth Elements.' It highlights characteristics that are unique to each of their vineyard sites in Paso Robles. Opaque Tannat is new to the line-up this year. Tannat is the grape and it's not as well known in Southwest Florida but it is one to discover.

This one got rave reviews at a recent dinner party. It was balanced between tannins, fruit and acidity. It had lots of rip dark fruit flavors with subtle herbs and vanilla. $40

Here are the remaining 5 wines that are earth friendly.

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Kind Of Wild Gruner Veltliner

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Le Plan RS Blanc

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Gaia Cabernet Franc

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Domaine du Carobelle Cotes Du Rhone

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Halter Ranch CDP

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Gina Birch brings the sunshine to Sunny 106.3 every weekday morning from 6-10. She has worked in radio, television and print in Southwest Florida for nearly 30 years. During that time, she has become an advocate for numerous charities including those that support animals, children, women and wellness. In addition, she has written for numerous local, regional and national publications about food, wine and travel. Those are her longtime passions...along with shoes.