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Chelsea target Richards to fill the Terry void
Jose Mourinho has long coveted Manchester City's teenage right-back Micah Richards but, in the light of the worsening prognosis on John Terry's injury, the Chelsea manager has made it clear to his club that signing the player next month is a priority.
However, Mourinho has, in the last week, come to see Richards as Chelsea's immediate solution at centre-back rather than right-back.
Asking an 18-year-old to fill the boots of the Chelsea and England captain might seem like a tall order in the second half of the tightest Premiership title race in years, but Richards now seems destined to take centre stage at Chelsea. Mourinho had initially identified Richards as the man to fill his problem right-back place, but now he has an even more important role for the player.
The Chelsea manager has consulted his senior England players about Richards' suitability to join the champions and has been reassured that the teenager looked comfortable in the company of his international team-mates before the friendly against the Netherlands last month. Chelsea were prepared to wait until the summer, although the injury to Terry now seems to have forced their hand.
Mourinho's admission that he did not know when Terry would be fit enough to return was no exaggeration. Terry himself has not yet been told exactly what the root of the problem is with his back, although there is general consensus that it is damage to a single disc that is causing him such discomfort. He last played 15 days ago against Newcastle and the pain he is experiencing has escalated dramatically since then.
Mourinho has looked at the possibility of signing Porto's highly rated Brazilian centre-back Pepe Ferreira, who would, unfortunately, not be eligible to play in the Champions' League. Ferreira, however, is still waiting to get his Portuguese passport and the club feared that there could be problems over his work permit.
The issue of a fee for Richards is likely to come down to a simple case of Chelsea making Manchester City an offer they cannot turn down. The City chief executive, Alistair Mackintosh, negotiated a whopping £21m fee for Shaun Wright-Phillips in the summer of last year when it became apparent to Chelsea that Arsenal were close to signing the player.
Mackintosh has again built a strong position with Richards after agreeing a four-year contract with the player in August. It has been suggested to City that Wright-Phillips will not be part of a loan deal although, come the end of January, Chelsea's desperation may force them to use Wright-Phillips to acquire Richards.
While Chelsea's policy on transfers usually means that they have more than one target so they cannot be held to ransom over players, the circumstances of Terry's injury and Richards' emergence - and his eligibility for the Champions' League - means that City could land another windfall.
Mourinho admitted for the first time after the draw with Reading on Boxing Day that "we don't have enough cover, so at this moment in time we are having problems". There are doubts that Joe Cole will make it back to fitness by February - the current date set for his return - and Arjen Robben is also out until the new year with a foot problem.
With the gap to Manchester United at the top now up to four points, Chelsea's Ricardo Carvalho observed: "Chelsea were champions twice in a row and all of England wants any champion apart from Chelsea. The strong club, in terms of a fan base, is Manchester United. Chelsea are now taking the first steps in that direction."

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18 December 2003
An appropriate and timely assignment from Newsday is pictured above. One of several larger sized illustrations I did this month, this one to accompany a lifestyles section article about 'christmas pageants'. I returned to an old style that I haven't used in quite a while, soft pastels, and much darker than I usually dare myself to go. The dark/light contrast really helped focus the central point of the illustration and helped pop out the little girl in the angel wings at the front of the stage.
Above is pictured another one of my 'fiction pieces' for Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine. I don't recall the story on this one, other than the fact that it featured an old spooky house.
Another large sized piece in December was the one above for the American Bar Association. A full page illustration in which I believe is the very first time I used this particular technique in portraying a curved surface (I would get better at it with practice over the coming years). It involves taking a series of parallel lines and opening them up in photoshop and using the 'spherize' filter on them, and then bring them back into my paint program and manipulating the curved lines, either colorizing them or overlapping several layers of them and using the airbrush to doctor them up a bit. It is a bit more work, but well worth the effort.
The above map was another 'larger sized' assignment I had this month. This was for Cobblestone and concerned the Lewis and Clark expedition, focusing in on all the 'wildlife' they encountered along the way. It is too hard to see on this small reproduction, but I had several small vignettes along the 'path' indicating many different types of fauna in the regions where they were likely to be encountered. This map appeared in the magazine as a two page spread.
12 December 2003
In addition to all the rest of the work for the month of December, I also had due another of my 'bible study' curriculum projects for the Christian Reformed Church. This batch contained about 25 illustrations, mostly large poster sized images (11x17 or larger) of particular bibles scenes or activities related to this period's topics. I've chosen some samples to give a feel for the project. A lot of crowds of bearded individuals wearing robes. I do believe I have a pictoral representation of nearly every scene in the bible somewhere in my archives, once you add together all the projects I've done for this client and a few others.
06 December 2003
The above illustration, while not for a 'children's publication', featured a kid in a classroom setting. One of two 'blackboard' illustrations I had this month (funny how these things frequently come in groups), this one for US Catholic magazine (I don't remember the slant of the story).
The other 'blackboard' illo was actually a portion of a logo for a NY designer, something to do with some sort of medicine or supplement for a corporate client.
02 December 2003
One of the charming aspects of encroaching old age, is the memory problems that creep up. I pulled the above illustration out of my archives yesterday, but now I can't remember which client it was for, whether it was for US Catholic or America magazine. Anyhow, this was one of my favorites for the month, accompanying an article about 'rebuilding the priesthood' in the aftermath of all the scandals. A nice elegant simple concept, and the rendering makes nice use of solid blacks and whites.
Then, the above 5 illustrations were for my weekly 'health care' column gig for the Wall Street Journal. Oddly enough, the priest in the top illustration looks a bit like my young neighbor Scott, and the gal in the 'lip balm' spot looks a little like his wife Sarah. I wonder what year they moved in next door? I don't think it was deliberate. Anyhow, the topics this month were; 'high tech headache relief gizmos', 'carb blocker medication', 'nasal sprays', 'lip balm' and 'health benefits of nuts'.
The same client also handed me a few other assignments this month, pictured below. A piece on Argentina's export economy, a piece on a 'tuxedo rental service' and a rather complex narrative on 'fund management' (combining my favorite illustration elements, buildings and lots of explanatory text).
Newsday handed me a few same day black and white assignments in December, one on the 'Iraq Exit Strategy', and another one about planning and designing the '9/11 monument'.
18 November 2003
The above illustration was for the Chronicle of Higher Education, and was a long horizontal that stretched across the top of a newspaper tabloid sized page.
Below was an illustration for what was once a regular customer of mine back in the 90s, Legal Times, a newspaper out of Washington DC. I used to do pieces almost on a weekly basis for this client, but then a change of personnel diminished that workload to an assignment once over couple of months, and it gradually dwindled down to nothing by the following spring.
Above are four 'health care' column spots for November for the Wall Street Journal. The topics this time were; 'hand sanitizers' (sneaking in a self portrait in hiking gear), 'fountain of youth medication', 'safe sealants for children's play areas' and 'foot care'.
I also had a series of very tiny black and white spots for this same client during the month of November. I dont' quite remember what they were all about, but I suspect they were for some sort of article discussing various 'economic indicators'. The were quite possibly the smallest spots I've ever had to do, most of them only measuring 3/4 of an inch square in size (enlarged slightly here for this blog).
The only somewhat 'large' assignment this month from this client, was a piece on 'online dating sites' pictured below.
A piece for US Catholic about different versions of the painting 'Madonna and child', gave me an opportunity to ape a couple of artistic styles, and do a couple caricatures to boot.
The piece below was for Newsday, a lifestyle section piece about holiday preparations (who sits where, having enough tables for a large crowd, etc).
And then, finally, another fiction piece for Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine. This one was a departure for me and my usual 'dark' treatments for this publication. A rather sunny and bright illustration about a woman who moves into a house with a pool where a murder was committed by the previous tenants. At this time in the magazine's design, they would frequently include the title and author text in among the illustration, thus the white space at the top, fading out.
Above was another of my 'puzzle page' assignments for Oddysey magazine (Cobblestone). This looks quite complex, but it was actually a lot of fun to put together; an arial view of a bunch of city buildings and streets, numbered for some reason that had to do with the accompanying story problem.
It sort of reminds me of a computer game I designed for my son to play back in the early nineties where you had to drive a little yellow vw bug around town, making stops at various locations in order to 'do your errands'. It was called 'Bugsy Goes to Town' and I'm not sure if you can still find it in the freeware libraries of AOL, but it was a very crude attempt on my part to learn the 'C' programming language.
The spots sprinkled around are from a series of 20 or so spots that I was asked to do for Adventure House Publishers to go in a textbook of some sort. Most were quite small (the examples here are actually increased in size from the originals), and had to do with various activities and story problems.
Also this month, I had a small illustration for Footsteps magazine (Cobblestone). This magazine specialized in African American history, and this was a story about a slave who would go around spreading news to farm workers through coded songs and verse.
12 November 2003
06 November 2003
These were a series of illustrations for AG Edwards, for their quarterly newsletter. These generally had to do with investing and savings, with only slight variations from quarter to quarter depending on the current financial situation. I have been saving illustrations from this particular client to post until a 5 year window has passed, due to usage arrangments I made at the time these were contracted.

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Calama, Chile (Christwire) – Abe Goodman reporting
Earthquakes are amongst nature’s most destructive forces. By the shifting of Earth’s tectonic plates so carefully placed 6,000 years ago, we see the earthquake force can move buildings, cause sinkholes and even change the face of continents.
To put the power of a small earthquake in perspective: the first atomic bomb was 10,000 times weaker than a mild earthquake.
A new study by the American Geological Association shows that the most recent earthquake in Calama, Chile did more than just topple buildings, swallow people up and cause massive financial instability. It actually cracked the core of Earth.
It is important to remember that seismic activity is a planetwide event. The energy is transferred throughout the planet, because through molecular interaction all is interconnected. An earthquake in the right place can transfer energy downward to the earth’s core, through direct pressure or kinetics, transferring enough energy to cause a crack in Earth’s core.
What do you suppose actually sits in the core of the Earth? Let me tell you, it is a fiery place that burns hotter than the Sun and is a place no one would want to spend for eternity. I think you know exactly where I am talking about.
The cracks in the earth’s core are already visible. As reported by LiveScience, via Examiner:
However, structural geologist Richard Allmendinger of Cornell University and his colleagues are seeing major earthquakes, with magnitudes of 7 or greater, have caused the Earth’s crust to permanently crack.
They point to huge quakes in Chile as proof.
Livescience.com carried the following explanation from Allmendinger:
“My graduate students and I originally went to northern Chile to study other features,” Allmendinger said. “While we were there, our Chilean colleague, Professor Gabriel González of the Universidad Católica del Norte, took us to a region where these cracks were particularly well-exposed.”
“I still remember feeling blown away – never seen anything like them in my 40 years as a geologist – and also perplexed,” Allmendinger said. “What were these features and how did they form? Scientists hate leaving things like this unexplained, so it kept bouncing around in my mind.”
He explains: “In northern Chile, the driest place on Earth, we have a virtually unique record of great earthquakes going back a million years,” Allmendinger said. “Whereas most analyses of ancient earthquakes only probe cycles of two to four quakes, our record of upper plate cracking spans thousands of earthquake cycles,” he noted.
The record of the vast number of earthquakes captured in northern Chilean rocks allowed the researchers to examine their average behavior over a much longer period of time, which makes it easier to pick out any patterns.


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How much is a Stubbs painting worth?
A painting by the horse-racing artist George Stubbs has fetched £22.4m at auction. The oil painting, called Gimcrack On Newmarket Heath (1765), has been sold at Christie’s in London by the private Woolavington Collection. The price is a new record for the artist who became famous for his studies of horse anatomy.
What breed is whistlejacket horse?
Horse history Whistlejacket was a chestnut stallion, with flaxen-coloured mane and tail, believed to be the original colouring of the wild Arabian breed.
What are whistle jackets worth?
Whistlejacket, the $18 Million Horse.
Why did George Stubbs paint horses?
Then in 1756 he decided to write a book on the anatomy of a horse. The book was very popular and soon rich men were asking Stubbs to paint pictures of their favourite horses.
Where is the painting Whistlejacket?
The National GalleryWhistlejacket / Location
When was whistlejacket painted?
1762Whistlejacket / Created
Who owned whistlejacket?
the second Marquess of Rockingham
Subject: Whistlejacket foaled in 1749, was the star racehorse of his day, famous for winning £2,000 in a race at York in 1759 for his owner, the second Marquess of Rockingham, who commissioned this painting.
Where is whistlejacket?
What was artist George Stubbs favorite subject?
Stubbs’ output includes history paintings, but his greatest skill was in painting animals, perhaps influenced by his love and study of anatomy.
Where was Oath of the Horatii painted?
Oath of the Horatii (French: Le Serment des Horaces), is a large painting by the French artist Jacques-Louis David painted in 1784 and now on display in the Louvre in Paris….
|Oath of the Horatii|
|Medium||Oil on canvas|
|Dimensions||329.8 cm × 424.8 cm (129.8 in × 167.2 in)|
Who is famous for painting horses?
Degas is easily the most famous painter of racehorses. He is thought of as one of the earliest practitioners of what came to be known as Impressionism, though the artist himself disliked that term because his work was about disciplined technique, not the so-called spontaneity associated with that movement.
Where is whistlejacket in the National Gallery?
Is George Stubbs the best horse painter?
GEORGE STUBBS (1742-1806) ‘Mares and Foals in a River Landscape’, 1763-68 (oil on canvas) George Stubbs is the greatest painter of horses in British art and arguably the best in the history of art. However, Stubbs was not always regarded as a great artist.
Where is Stubbs’s skeleton now?
His skeleton is part of the collection of the Royal Veterinary College. The college will lend the skeleton so it can be seen alongside Stubbs’s anatomical studies of horses and his paintings of Eclipse. It will be the biggest Stubbs exhibition for 35 years, showing at the new-look MK Gallery in Milton Keynes this autumn.
When did Stubbs paint the mares and foals?
In the 1760’s Stubbs painted a series of about ten pictures of Mares and Foals that were set against traditional views of the English countryside. ‘Mares and Foals in a River Landscape’ is one of the best of the series.
What did George Stubbs do for a living?
GEORGE STUBBS (1742-1806) ‘The Skeleton of a Horse’ 1766 (engraving) George Stubbs’ superb skill and accuracy in the painting of horses was enhanced by his unsurpassed knowledge of equine anatomy. Born the son of a Liverpool currier, as a child Stubbs helped his father to prepare horse hides for the local tannery.


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Newly-completed Corporation houses at Riddrie, 1925.
Riddrie was the first housing scheme built for Glasgow Corporation under the provisions of the Housing (Scotland) Act, 1919 (also known as the Addison Act) in an attempt to meet the estimated need for 57,000 new houses in the aftermath of the First World War. The Act placed a responsibility on local authorities to provide working class housing with the help of Government subsidies.
The Riddrie scheme was built between 1920 and 1927 on open fields to the west of Cumbernauld Road. There was a mixture of semi-detached and terraced cottages with gardens and three-storey tenement flats. All the houses had cavity walling and electric servicing, an innovation at the time. Around 1,000 houses were built, most of them allocated to skilled workers earning above-average wages.
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Direct and indirect energy use and carbon emissions in the production phase of buildings: An input–output analysis
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There is a considerable disagreement in the literature on the magnitude of primary energy use and CO2 emissions linked to the production of buildings. In this paper we assess the Swedish building sector using top-down input–output analysis. These top-down results are then disaggregated into sectors and activities, which are compared to results from 18 previous bottom-up studies using process-LCA methodology. The analysis shows almost 90% higher specific energy use (GJ/m2) for the top-down methodology. The differences are only around 20% for the share coupled to production and processing of building materials, while for other involved sectors such as transport, construction activities, production of machines and service sectors, the input–output analysis gives much higher values. Some of these differences can be explained by truncation errors due to the definition of system boundaries in the bottom-up studies. The apparent underestimation of energy use for transport, services etc. in bottom-up studies is only of marginal importance when comparing for example materials choices, but when comparing the production phase to the use phase of buildings such errors are likely to result in an underestimation of the relative importance of the production phase since the use phase is dominated by more easily estimated direct energy use.


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DJ Storm entered the scene in 2016 after releasing "Kicks, Snares & Hi Hats, Vol. 01".
Storm has always been one of the most influential DJs within drum and bass, known for her tight mixing skills and exclusive selections. As one of the Metalheadz label's chief selectors, she represents the crew at their residencies, label nights and tours as well as countless solo gigs. More recently, she's linked with other like-minded female drum and bass artists to form Feline and has travelled with the crew to venues across Europe as well as making regular appearances as Feline at their club night at London's Herbal. Affectionately dubbed the First Lady of Drum and Bass, Storm's career has also had its lows to match the highs. In a tragic accident, returning home from a gig, her best friend and DJing partner Kemistry was killed beside her. Storm carried on with the music beside her, continuing the passion they had shared for drum and bass and leading the way as a role model for aspiring young female artists to break into what is still a male-dominated scene. In 2007 she also received plenty of much deserved press attention. A rarity for a non-producer, she bagged herself a Knowledge Cover feature in Summer, only to top it up with an ATM mag cover mix-cd featuring a "History of Metalheadz" mix. This mix was to help promote the newly established Metalheadz Sunday Sessions at London's Clockwork club at which Storm is not only a resident but also a promoter and programmer for all bi-weeky line-ups.


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Screening for Adverse Childhood Experiences at Inala Primary Care - Kelsa Laughlin
A research project underway at Inala Primary Care in Inala, Queensland—a significantly disadvantaged catchment area which serves patients from 119 ethnicities. Kelsa Laughlin, a registered nurse and Master of Public Health student, is working towards implementing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) screening within the primary care practice.
After educating staff on the value of ACEs screening and the significant correlations between childhood adversity and poor health outcomes, Inala will conduct ACEs screening to create a model of care which is trauma-informed, acknowledges the intergenerational impact of childhood toxic stress, fosters resilience and supports positive parenting skills.
Kelsa will discuss the challenges this project will undoubtedly face as the medical model of Inala Primary Care attempts to shift towards a preventative framework, begin screening adults for past childhood trauma, and increase the scope of its nurses.


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MPs, or Members of Parliament, are the elected representatives who sit in the legislative body of a parliamentary democracy. Serving as the voice of the people, MPs play an integral role in shaping and passing laws, scrutinizing government policies, and addressing the concerns and needs of their constituents. MPs are elected by the public through a democratic voting process, with each MP representing a specific geographic constituency within their respective country. By holding an important position in the political landscape, MPs are instrumental in promoting democracy, governance, and accountability.
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The full form of MPS stands for Members of Parliament. This term is particularly used in countries following the parliamentary system of governance. MPs are individuals elected by the citizens of a specific constituency to represent their interests and concerns at the national level. They play a crucial role in shaping and enacting legislation, representing the voice of their constituents within the government. MPs also have the responsibility of overseeing the functioning of the executive branch, ensuring accountability and transparency. Overall, Members of Parliament form an integral part of the political and legislative machinery, working towards the betterment of society and ensuring democratic governance.
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MPS का हिंदी में पूर्ण रूप है “सदास्य पार्लियामेंटरी सेवा”। यह चुने गए नागरिकों का प्रतिनिधित्व करने वाले लोगों को कहा जाता है, जो भारतीय संसद में सदस्य बने होते हैं। इनका मुख्य कार्य अपने चुनावी क्षेत्र में रहने वाले पुर्नजीवित और उनके मसहीन सचिवों की शिकायतों, सुझावों और समस्याओं को संसद में प्रस्तुत करना होता है। एमपीएस महत्वपूर्ण फैसलों, क़ानून निर्माण, विधायिका, नीति निर्धारण, राजनीतिक व्यवस्था के मुद्दों पर चर्चा करते हैं और अपनी प्रतिनिधित्वकर्म की जिम्मेदारी निभाते हैं।
In conclusion, the term ‘MPS’ stands for ‘Member of Parliament’ in the context of politics and government. It refers to individuals who have been elected by the public to represent their constituencies in the legislative body. MPS play a crucial role in shaping legislation, voicing public concerns, and advocating for the interests of their constituents. They are responsible for bringing forth and debating important issues, working towards the betterment of society, and ensuring democratic governance. The role of an MP demands dedication, leadership, and strong communication skills. Overall, the term ‘MPS’ is an abbreviation that represents the core of representative democracy and the important role elected officials play in governing a nation.

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Total Mobile Mechanics is a successful local company from Crawley with car garage services available to motorists from nearby Horsham. We offer the choice of having repairs completed at our Parish Lane workshop, or you can arrange to have car servicing, car diagnostics, air con diagnostics, air conditioning repairs and brake repairs undertaken at a location convenient to your diary by technicians who arrive in fully kitted vans. These vans carry a wide range of fast-moving spare parts and tools.
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I hadn't before realised to what extent this is a play about letting (things, people, places) go; its lines are full of references to releasing, drowning, setting free. My mother used to tell me that the play was about forgiveness, although it seems to me that the forgiveness only comes into it right at the end, because only after all has been said and done is Prospero in a fit state to forgive, and his "enemies" prepared to be forgiven.
Although I have seen many different interpretations of this play, another thing that only struck yesterday is that every character in the play, even the inhuman spirit Ariel, learns something from his exposure to the tempest, and matures, Miranda too, although it seems from her innocent remarks about the brave new world that's peopled by her father's former associates (How beauteous mankind is... ), that she still has some growing up to do.
Prospero, the engineer of the upheaval, must surely be the one who learns the most. It's almost as if he forces himself to recover from his anger at the way he was treated twelve years previously. It seems he has bottled it all up until now, and the moment when he begins to tell his daughter the story for the first time is the moment when his recovery, his catharsis, begins.
You have often
Begun to tell me … but stopped,
… Concluding, “Stay. Not yet.”
The hour’s now come.
The expression of his fury –– the storm and its aftermath –– is what heals him.
And I’ll be wise hereafter
And seek for grace,
By the end of the play the ship (the microcosm of human society) that we thought wrecked, is miraculously back on course.
Which, but three glasses since, we gave out split—
Is tight and yare and bravely rigged as when
We first put out to sea.
The storm has passed. The world has calmed down (for the time being). Hearts and minds have been pacified. There is hope of better life ahead or at least of a fresh start. Prospero has given up, or has let go of his troubles, whichever way you choose to look at it, and his life is coming to an end. Now it is the entranced audience who must be the agent of release and relief:
... my ending is despair,
Unless I be relieved by prayer,
Which pierces so that it assaults
Mercy itself and frees all faults.
As you from crimes would pardoned be,
Let your indulgence set me free.


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This is Part 2 of a three part in-paper Enumclaw mayoral debate between Jan Molinaro and Kim Lauk. Both are first time candidates for mayor. The incumbent, Mayor Liz Reynolds, chose not to seek a third term.
Bills show hundreds of residents doubled or tripled their water usage in the past two months, but many say they’ve not increased, or even decreased, their water consumption, and the city’s system must be wrong.
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are on the rise across the U.S. and Washington and King County data show a similar trend towards more syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia.
The Courier-Herald is publishing a three-part debate between Black Diamond Mayor Carol Benson and her opponent Judy Baxley. Last week, candidates answered questions concerning the city, and what they would do as mayor to address any issues. This week, Part 2, is a chance for candidates to rebut their opponent’s statements. Part 3 will wrap-up with final statements.
Oakpointe is gearing up to start home construction in the Ten Trails project in Black Diamond — the developer is only waiting for is final authorization by the City Council. Final plat authorization was submitted by Oakpointe to city staff on Aug. 30, and after staff review, sent to the City Council for action on the Oct. 5 meeting. Council tabled the item to the Oct. 19 meeting. Additionally, a new roundabout opened in the city.


The parents of a Brooklyn prep school lacrosse player are facing legal action after being caught throwing an alcohol-fueled bash for their son and some 40 underage friends as they celebrated a big win, police said.
More than 40 minors were at the raucous party on Saturday and at least two were taken to a hospital via ambulance, a source said.
The partygoers — mostly lacrosse players at the prestigious Poly Prep Country Day School in Brooklyn — were celebrating their 16-5 win against Horace Mann High School the day before, a source said.
Anthony Reyes, 56, and his wife, Claire Reyes, 49, were hauled away from their home in the enclave of Breezy Point, Queens, on 43 counts of unlawfully dealing with children and 10 counts of endangerment of a child.
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The Night Manager
This year started very well for BBC Drama department with an excellent adaptation of Tolstoy’s ‘War & Peace’ followed by the gripping nail biting thriller ‘The Night Manager’. Both epics show British TV drama is in a very good place.
‘The Night Manager’ was one of those don’t miss drama’s, firmly keeping everyone on the edge of their seat. ‘A stylish and trenchant espionage drama of, no doubt, award-garnering brilliance’ according to The Guardian. The six part BBC Drama production came to a terrific end after firmly establishing a gripping suspense in each episode, forcing us to return the next week. Jasper Rees (Daily Telegraph) said ‘one of the most satisfying conclusions I have seen in television drama for a long time.’
Hugh Laurie managed to pull off a convincing performance as arms dealer Richard Onslow Roper a sociopath, of little feeling and immense heartless ego. Although, The Guardian couldn’t take the drama ‘seriously’ due to ‘Hugh Laurie’s mid-Atlantic accent.’ Accusing him of using a similar one in a Fry & Laurie’ sketch. He was well supported in an excellent cast headed by Tom Hiddleston (Jonathan Pine) who played the Night Manager of an Egyptian hotel, brought back into British service having had a previous army career by a pregnant MI6 operative Angela Burr (Olivia Coleman). This time as an inside spy in Ropers operation. Olivia Coleman’s character was fighting corruption in her own government department which went hand in hand with Ropers illegal arms deals. Elizabeth Debicki played the love interest Jed who was manipulated and beaten by the sadistic Roper, supported by his little henchman Corky played by Tom Hollander. This time not so reverential, but darn right nasty.
The production was adapted by David Farr from the 1993 John Le Carre novel. The TV script took liberties with the original novel as pointed out in the Daily Telegraph ‘so that the good ended happily and the bad unhappily (in the original for instance, all Roper lost was the girl not $300 million and his freedom)’. Hugh Laurie unsuccessfully tried to buy the rights to the book when he first read it in 1993 because he fancied playing the part of Pine himself. Hugh, 56, joked: “Back then of course I rather arrogantly dreamed of the possibility of playing Pine and have to sit back now and watch Tom being virile and charming, which is really galling to watch.”
Tom Hiddleston’s performance as Jonathan Pine had many lobbying for him to take over as the next James Bond. Something Hiddleston was playing down but probably his agent and representatives were playing up. As Amy Burns in the Independent said ‘Hiddleston was practically Daniel Craig – blond, smooth, toned and handsome. The only thing he wasn’t was a spook, but as Cairo hotel night manager Jonathan Pine he still turned a fair few heads’.
Tom Hiddleston actually worked at a London hotel to prepare for his role. Such diligence certainly paid off. The hit of this £3 million per episode drama have left many asking for a second series, even though there is no follow up book and something the cast are continually playing down.
Matthew Willetts MA is the Director of Comicus who has over 35 years experience in television, film, theatre, and comedy club/cabaret entertainment, working as a performer, screenwriter, producer and agent. He lectured at Southampton Solent University in Comedy, Screenwriting, Television, Theatre & Radio. Matthew can sometimes be seen and heard on TV & Radio and often quoted in the national press and media publications. As well as speaking regularly at festivals and industry conferences, he has been a judge at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Montreux Television Festival.


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It was obviously hot enough recently to precipitate the June edition of Decanter (www.decanter.com). Here it is...
In an edition featuring a bundle of different nations (in contrast to last month's Italian extravaganza), but particularly South America, the biggest news here is that we offer two of the four Outstanding panel-toppers from the panel review of South American Icons (or Premium red blends, if you prefer).
This is very much the month’s leading panel, we would suggest, with the month's other panel (see below) failing to expose a wine above 92 points. These two Outstandings both score score 95 points respectively, and, just as with last month's two top-scoring Amarones, are quite different in terms of grape varieties, price and provenance.
But this is also a month with a wealth of other high-scoring wines across many features, many at attractive prices and 94 points - see below.
There’s a lot more detail on a separate page we've created on that South American Icons review, those two wines and a really good crop of other Highly Recommendeds - some at very affordable prices - to which end, click this link.
The 25 wines featured this month in Decanter - and that we list - appear at the foot of this page. The reviews for each wine from this current Decanter appear on each product page.
But those South American Icons are far from the only wines of interest this month, and there's a bundle of excellently-priced 94-pointers and other top-flighters in the month's other features:
<We'll get to the other panel review in a moment>.
1) There's an excellent early-page and chunky article: Top 30 Chilean Wines Under £25, in which the author, Peter Richards MW is quite emphatic in stating, "There are some beautiful wines here, outstanding value for money in the global context".
We're delighted to offer the #1 and #3 wines in that list, both of which score 94 points and we've featured before with quite some praise.
- The Corralillo Carmènere 2016 topped Decanter's Carmenère Decanter panel 2 months ago (scoring 95 points then), and is as sumptuous, velvety and attractive a Carmenère as we've ever tried (eclipsing, in our view, both of the much-requested Fevres of late 2017). And that at a brilliant £15.50. We've had the Corralillo on a waiting list from the time of last review (as initial stocks sold through very quickly) but a big block arrives here in the next fortnight and stock not already booked is now available to buy. (NB: those already on the list: your wine is safe, but if you wish to include it in a new order of the wines on this page, please do go ahead and buy now).
- The Viña Leyda La Neblina Riesling 2015 is also among our favourite Rieslings (see our article) and stunning value at £13.60. There's a lot going on in this Riesling - it fully ticks the complexity box - and whilst one might be tempted to look askance at it (compared with say German, Austrian, Alsace or Australian Rieslings) because of its price, that would be to do it a great disservice. This is a serious, single-vineyard Riesling made to impeccably high standards and with 12-15 years of ageing ahead of it (for the strong-willed).
2) So what's with the other panel review? 'Tis a good question. It's of Californian Chardonnay: no holds barred, any vintage, any area, any price point. So you'd expect some pretty amazing scores... wouldn't you? I know I would. In the line-up, you've Ridge's Monte Bello, Far Niente, Kesner, Mount Eden, Au Bon Climat, Patz & Hall. So it's a real surprise that nothing exceeds 92 points and Highly Recommended: a fine performance, yes, but from £100/bottle world-beaters?
We're not sure what to make of it: we do offer the 90-point Far Niente 2017 (a stunning wine, in my book), the Morgan Double L (albeit the year after reviewed vintage, which can't be sourced now) and the brilliant-value De Loach Russian River 2015. There's been some stringent marking here.
3) Australia features in an expert review by Sarah Ahmed... of multi-regional blends, rather bucking the single vineyard/terroir trend. Two very different wines attract 94 points here:
- Penfolds' (for it is they) Bin 311 Chardonnay 2017 (drawn from three different cool-climate regions and quite delicious) ...
- ... and the ever-excellent SC Pannell's Tempranillo/Touriga Nacional 2016 (this wine is really quite 'out there, man'), drawn from both McLaren Vale (the Tempranillo) and Barossa (the Touriga). <There's even a little Tinto Cao for even more Iberian sparkle>.
The latter wine, at £17.85, is especially good value and truly fascinating in a Portugal-meets-Spain-in-South-Australia kinda-way (see also this wine for more in this vein).
4) Australia again: Italian grape varieties this time, and another 94 pointer in the form of Mount Horrocks' Nero d'Avola from the Clare Valley. Yes, you read that correctly. Further proof, this, if such were needed (it is for many traditionalists) that we may need to take serious note of Iberia and Italian grapes grown and vinified elsewhere in the near future.
5) Savennières - we don't see much Loire demand beyond Pouilly-Fume and Sancerre, all told/alas, so it's great to offer this most revered and enigmatic of appellations. A well-deserved 92 points for Château Pierre-Bise's Clos de Coulaine 2016 - and at under £20 (ultra-rare in this AOP) - makes for a very interesting glass or two.
6) Weekday Wines - as ever, we've a a bundle here: fizz (Cantina di Gambellara's unusual Monopolio Durello Spumante), red (the mouth-filling Cazes 'Ego' Côtes du Roussillon-Villages 2017) and whites (many: more from Mount Horrocks (superb Semillon), Fontanafredda's Arneis and a whole host of unusual Greeks. Check out the list below....
** THIS WINE IS HELD IN NO OR LOW STOCK BUT IS QUICKLY BROUGHT IN TO ORDER. ORDERS PLACED BY 9am EACH MONDAY WILL BE WITH US FOR IMMEDIATE DESPATCH ON THURSDAY. **
The not-yet-in-the-UK 2016 vintage was awarded 97 points and Outstanding status by Decanter in their October 2020 Top 20 South American Red Blends (see blue link below).
Awarded 94 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter (www.decanter.com) at their February 2019 Catena tasting (see blue link below).
The inaugural 1997 vintage of this Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec blend set a new standard of quality for wines from South America when it won a series of blind tastings against first growths and other prestigious cuvées from around the world. Indeed, it featured as one of Decanter's Wine Legends in October 2018 (see blue link below).
“The 2015 Nicolás has the highest ever percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon, with 17% Malbec for company and is a stunning blend that’s right up there with some of the best vintages of the wine. Floral, minty and refined, it has subtle, spicy oak, notes of green herbs and red fruits, tangy acidity and remarkable palate length. One for the cellar.” Tim Atkin MW, 96 points, 5th Jan 2018.
In 1902, Nicola Catena, an Italian immigrant, planted his first vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina. The winery has remained under family control — now in its fourth generation — and is one of the few family-owned wine companies in Argentina that remains in Argentine hands. Owned today by Nicolás Catena and his daughter Laura, Bodega Catena Zapata is known as the pioneer of fine wine from Argentina, and Nicolás is recognized as the vintner who revolutionized wine quality in Argentina. A trained economist, Nicolás began this revolution in the early 1980s and continues to challenge himself and his team to make wines that can be counted among the best in the world. His measured approach to viticulture has taken its place in wine history as the pioneer of Malbec and high-altitude viticulture.
Catena wines, first launched in 1992, set a new standard for quality in South America. The wines immediately proved the quality potential of Argentina and garnered the first outstanding reviews for Argentine wines from worldwide media. After more than 20 years, the wines of Catena continue to lead the way in Argentine viticulture and winemaking. The family and the winery’s employees take great pride in carrying on the tradition that began over a century ago.
Nicolás Catena Zapata has an intense, deep purple color with bluish-black tones. On the nose, aromas of black fruits – blackberries, black cherries, black plums – predominate with subtle notes of vanilla and dark chocolate intermingled with savory hints of green olive and a stony minerality. On the palate, the wine is tremendously complex, unfolding layer upon layer of red currant, eucalyptus, and black pepper flavours. Black cherries and blackberries give way to cassis followed by a hint of saline minerality. The wine is remarkably concentrated with a firm tannic structure providing the backbone for the lush fruit. The finish is long, giving some idea of the very long aging potential of this Argentine masterpiece.
This wine is 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Malbec.
See/click the link below for more data from the winemakers themselves.
ABV = 14.0%.
** SOME STOCK, MORE WITH US THURS 1st OCTOBER! **
Awarded a Gold medal and 95 points at the 2020 Decanter World Wine Awards (click link for details and review).
The 2015 vintage was awarded 95 points and Outstanding status by Decanter in their June 2019 panel tasting of South American Icon Wines (see blue link below).
Kaikenes are wild geese, native to Patagonia, that fly across the Andes between Chile and Argentina. Montes, the Chilean winery, crossed the Andes in the same way to set up in Mendoza. Their vineyards are situated in the heart of Mendoza and further to the south in Valle de Uco, where many of the premium producers are now sourcing their fruit. The focus is primarily on Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, a variety that has been somewhat forgotten as Malbec has surfed one wave of success after another in the past decade. Kaiken's own vineyards supply 70% of their production requirements and 30% is from vineyards that they control.
The grapes are sourced from Valle de Uco, one of Mendoza’s most prestigious sub-regions. Kaiken’s vineyard, located in Vista Flores, sits at 1,350 metres above sea level. Here, sunny days are followed by cool nights – this slows the growing season and allows Kaiken to obtain excellent grapes with wonderful freshness. The soils are mostly alluvial and are largely made up of pebbles and rocks.
This wine is 100% Cabernet Franc.
This Cabernet Franc is deep ruby red in colour with elegant purple shades. The nose is complex, with ripe redcurrants, fresh plums and red pepper combined with spicy notes of black pepper. On the palate, it has beautiful fruit concentration balanced by fresh acidity and minerality, reflecting the high-altitude location of Vista Flores. The long, elegant finish displays red fruit and spicy aromas.
ABV = 14.5%.
** WE HAVE INCOMING STOCK THIS THURSDAY 24th SEPTEMBER. **
Awarded a Gold medal and 96 points at the 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards (click link for details).
The not-yet-in-the-UK 2017 vintage was awarded 94 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their October 2020 expert review of South American Cabernet Franc (see blue link below).
The 2015 vintage was awarded 93 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their June 2019 panel tasting of South American Icon Wines (see blue link below).
Founded in 2003, Andeluna is a small boutique winery specialising in premium Bordeaux varietals of world class recognition. The vineyard covers 70 hectares in the beautiful Uco Valley near Tupungato, one of the best subregions of Mendoza. By night you can often see the moon illuminating the magnificent Andes Mountains nearby and the winery has been named after this stunning scene. Situated at an altitude of 1,300 metres, the vineyard produces some of the best fruit in Argentina. Winemaker, Manuel Gonzalez (previously Head Winemaker at Pulenta Estate and Chief Oenologist at Trivento) works alongside Andeluna's wine consultant Hans Vinding Diers to make outstanding wines which have propelled this producer into the global spotlight in a very short space of time. Their Pasionado range is only made in exceptional vintages and rivals some of the great wines of the world.
The grapes come from vineyards located in Gualtallary in Tupungato at an altitude of 1,300 metres above sea level. The vines are irrigated by a drip-water system that regulates and supplies the exact amount of water that the plant needs. The vineyard soils are alluvial, sandy and permeable.
The grapes were hand-picked in the cool of dawn in April, when they had reached full polyphenolic maturity. The berries were manually selected and the best berries underwent cold pre- fermentation maceration. Fermentation took place with natural yeasts in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures of 26°C. The wine was aged in used French oak barrels (60% second passage, 40% third passage) for a period of 12 months and then cellared in bottles for a minimum of eight months prior to its release.
This wine is 100% Cabernet Franc.
Intense aromas fill the glass, with deep red fruits and a remarkable presence of red bell pepper, fennel, mint, anise, eucalyptus and basil. A structured, full bodied wine, with rounded tannins which result in a pleasant and persistent finish.
Serve with full bodied meats as steak or lamb. Decant and serve at 16°C.
ABV = 13.5%.
** VERY LIMITED UK STOCK. ABOUT TO BE USED IN OUR FORTHCOMING VALDIVIESO/CABALLO LOCO TASTING, SO LIMITED TO TWO BOTTLES PER CUSTOMER UNTIL AFTER THE TASTING! **
Awarded 92 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their June 2019 panel tasting of South American Icon Wines (see blue link below).
The winemaker's own technical sheets appear below (click blue links) - the Spanish inclusion may seem a little leftfield, but includes regional and other info that have yet to be put onto the English version.
Valdivieso's top wine and stable star, the Caballo Loco is known around the world and each year changes merely its edition and, technically, not its vintage. It brings together every Cabollo Loco made since 1992 (the year of version 1), in what is, effectively, a solera system (as used for sherry and brandy de Jerez).
The idea for Caballo Loco was inspired by the legendary Ribera de Duero, Vega Sicilia Único Gran Reserva, which is produced using the solera method. This is the winemaking technique used for sherry and brandy de Jerez production, in which barrel-aged wines from different years are progressively and fractionally blended for reasons of both complexity and consistency.
The first Caballo Loco was produced in 1994 (Caballo Loco 1) and made from a blend of 50% of that year’s vintage with an aged blend from 1992.
The resulting wine is bottle-aged for at least 18 months before release onto the market, and being a blend of wines from different years, there is, of course, no vintage on the label.
The grapes for the premium Caballo Loco come from four different vineyards in central Chile. The blend of the new wine varies each time it is made. Number 1 for example was a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Pinot Noir, whilst later editions have contained varieties as diverse as Syrah, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Carménère. Only Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc are ever-present, these being blended with the best grapes from the other varieties that were most successful in the particular year (and best suited to create the intended balance of the Caballo Loco).
Each bottle of this version 17 therefore comprises:
- 50% version 16 and
- 50% of grapes from harvests from 2012 and 2013. New for version 17 was Carignan from Melozal (a sub-region of Maule) and Syrah from Limarí. This variety brings to the Caballo Loco another dimension of complexity, with balanced freshness and acidity.
The result is a wine of great concentration, quite unlike any other on the market. There is intense mature berry fruit on the nose and richness on the palate with velvety tannins, and so many layers of flavours that the wine is almost impossible to describe in detail. The secret blend of grapes from different vintages create intense aromas of dark cherry, coffee, and rich fruitcake. Full bodied on the palate with a beautiful lingering structure.
It is a unique - some say crazy - wine, which is quite incomparable. It has great aromatic complexity and in the mouth, and an ageing potential of at least 10 years.
ABV = 14.5%.
** IN STOCK THURS 17th SEPTEMBER **
The 2016 vintage was awarded 95 points and Outstanding status by Decanter in their April 2019 panel tasting of Chilean Carmenère (see blue link below).
That 2016 vintage was also awarded 94 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their June 2019 tasting/article of/on Top 30 Chilean Wines Under £25 (see blue link below).
"Ah", you may well say, "but is this 2018 as good as the 2016?"
The Matetic family has a history of settling in new territory and making a success of agriculture. In 1892, the current members’ ancestors made the long journey by sea from the Croatian coast to Punta Arenas on the southern tip of Chile. They soon acquired large haciendas for sheep and dairy farming. It was only in 1999 that the fourth generation of Chilean Matetic made the move into winemaking.
After a detailed study of the terroir, Jorge Matetic Hartard and his relatives decided to plant vineyards in a previously overlooked side valley of the San Antonio appellation - Rosario. Just 15km from the Pacific Ocean, the rolling hills of Rosario Valley benefits from cooling sea breezes and huge swings in temperature - from as much as 27 deg C in the afternoon to 7 deg C at night. Well drained, quartz-sandy soil requires vines to dig their roots deep into the ground (up to four metres) to find water and nutrients, making for low yields and high-quality fruit.
With the additional purchase in 2005 of vineyards in Casablanca Valley, the Matetic vineyard has a phenomenal range of grape varieties planted - Matetic Sauvignon Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Carménère, Malbec - but they made their mark early on with the first cold-climate Syrah in 2001.
The Corralillo label is a nod to an old winery on a corral which had once produced wines from the native País grape. These wines - Gewurztraminer, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère and the Winemakers Blend (Syrah, Malbec, Cabernet Franc) express this frontier-pushing terroir with great individuality and draw from plots in Maipo, near Santiago, and Colchagua further south, as well as San Antonio.
Biodynamic viticulture one of the key eco-friendly practices the Matetic Vineyard follows in its winemaking - it is certified organic and sustainable as well as biodynamic. Regarding the Rosario Valley as a single organism, the team works hard to maintain the health of the ground (using Rudolf Steiner’s preparations of quartz, manure, herbs etc in cow horns but only using indigenous materials), the crops and the varied animal life in the ecosystem. Grape pomace is added to compost from the restaurant to be reused in the Matetic vineyards, as is water which has been used to clean barrels. And in human terms, local people make up the majority of staff, and the winery sells woollen and other craft goods made by artisans nearby. It’s all part of a philosophy that aims to make winemaking a venture which will benefit the family and its neighbours for generations to come.
The 2018 Corralillo Carmenere is sourced from the sub-valley of Colchagua Valley, Apalta. The vineyards are located on slopes that receive great sun exposure. The soil's parent material is highly mixed - dominantly colluvial and of granitic origin - but very complex due to the presence of clays, lime and organic matter. These solils have have low fertility - perfect for viticulture - and excellent drainage.
For more detail, especially on winemaking, see the blue link below for the technical note from the winemakers themselves.
95%+ Carmenere, <5% Syrah.
Deep dark violet color with red hues. Very intense on the nose, with a blend of black fruits, cocoa, spices and a piquant hint that characterize this grape variety. On the palate the wine shows great balance between weight and freshness, with a long, lingering finish developing to great volume and structure. An ideal companion for mature cheeses, red meat, charcuterie etc.
ABV = 13.5%.
The 2018 vintage was awarded 90 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter (www.decanter.com) in their October 2019 edition panel tasting of Alternative South American Whites (see blue link below).
The 2015 vintage (long since sold out in the UK) was awarded 92 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter (www.decanter.com) in that same panel (blue link below).
The 2015 vintage was awarded 94 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their June 2019 tasting/article of/on Top 30 Chilean Wines Under £25 (see blue link below).
Few wineries encapsulate the development of coolclimate winemaking in Chile as well as pioneering Viña Leyda. The first producer to explore this coastal area, a rising star of New World winemaking, it took its name from the local railway station and later lent it to the entire DO of Leyda Valley. If Casablanca Valley represents Chile’s first tentative steps into cool-climate production, Leyda is a series of determined, confident strides: just 14km from the Pacific, the Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah planted here express a crispness, minerality and fine-boned structure not found elsewhere in Chile’s viticultural paradise. Viña Leyda now has more than 200 hectares under vine, but the approach remains one of micromanagement, with detailed mapping of each vineyard and individual lot, and constant experimentation with clonal selection and viticultural techniques.
This 100% Riesling wine comes from vineyards located in the fairly-recently-discovered Leyda Valley, located 12 km from the Pacific Ocean. Its closeness to the sea makes it a unique spot for viticulture. Its cool conditions during spring and summer due to maritime influence and summer breezes makes it an extraordinary area for the development of white varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Riesling.
These grapes were carefully transported to the winery in 400 kg bins and then, selected on a stainless steel sorting table, leaving only the best fruit. Then the clusters were pressed as whole bunches, in pneumatic press at low bars, separating the best quality juice. The juice was chilled down to 8º C and gravity clarified. The fermentation, carried out 100% in stainless steel tank, was at low temperatures (13-14°C, finishing at 16°C) for 18-20 days. After reaching dryness, the wine was left on its lees for 6 months to achieve roundness and improve the texture in the palate.
The pureness of this Riesling is shown in its floral, fruity and delightful flavours. They are elegant, mineral, expressive, with papaya, tangy, mandarin fruit and floral hints. It has a creamy texture on the palate, with sweet honey suckle, white fruit, crisp acidity and juicy-lingering ending.
ABV = 12.5%.
** THIS WINE IS BOUGHT IN TO SPECIFIC CUSTOMER ORDER - WE DO NOT HOLD FREE STOCK. ORDERS PLACED BY 9 AM EACH MONDAY WILL BE MET WITH STOCK ARRIVING WITH US ON THE SAME WEDNESDAY FOR DESPATCH (and thus should be with UK customers by the weekend). **
The 2017 vintage was awarded 90 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their June 2019 panel tasting of Premium Californian Chardonnay (see blue link below).
See also the techical note from the producer (click blue link below).
Far Niente, one of the earliest stone wineries, derives its name from the Italian phrase "Dolce Far Niente" (how sweet it is to do nothing). It was founded in 1885 and flourished until prohibition. Abandoned for over 60 years, the winery was purchased in 1979 by Gil Nickel. He started the long process of restoring it. Far Niente's quest to produce outstanding wines of distinctive character has led them to a philosophy that requires vineyard ownership. Today, they own 200 acres (3 different vineyard sites) of what many regard as some of the finest vineyard land in the Napa Valley.
Far Niente Chardonnay is a blend of superlative Napa Valley vineyards, many of which are located in a little-known area called Coombsville, a cool growing region nestled in the rolling countryside and protected by the hills east of the city of Napa. Coombsville offers the characteristic climate of Carneros, with less wind, along with deeper, well-drained gravelly loam and volcanic ash soils. The combination of these spectacular vineyards results in the subtle, tropical flavours, complex aromas and uncommon richness that we have long associated with Far Niente Chardonnay.
The 2018 season started out with dry conditions and low snowpack in January, but February and March brought heavy and much needed rains. Budbreak and flowering followed slightly later than in the previous vintages, but the moderate spring weather ensured an even set and abundant crop. Summer saw relatively mild temperatures with plenty of sunshine; the warm days were coupled with cool nights and foggy mornings. The Chardonnay harvest finally began just after ‘Labor Day’, and steadily continued for five weeks. Beautiful sunshine and moderate heat at harvest allowed the large crop to reach optimal flavour maturity with only gradual increases in sugar levels.
The grapes were brought to the winery in small bins and sorted by hand to assure the finest quality. Fermentation began in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks and 85% was racked into French oak barrels to complete fermentation in the caves and old stone cellars. The wine did not go through malolactic fermentation and was aged for 10 months on its fine lees for additional depth, complexity and texture. The maturation took place in French oak barrels (50% new, 50% used once).
This wine is 100% Chardonnay.
Aromas of citrus, melon and honeysuckle complement hints of white fig, gardenia and toasted hazelnuts on a background of mild toasted oak that adds supportive warmth and richness. A silky palate with a rich texture surrounds a sweet core of melon and citrus, with notes of white floral and toasted vanilla and spice, through to a long bright finish.
ABV = 14.5%.
** THIS WINE IS HELD IN NO OR LOW STOCK BUT IS QUICKLY BROUGHT IN TO ORDER. ORDERS PLACED BY 9am EACH MONDAY WILL BE WITH US FOR IMMEDIATE DESPATCH ON THURSDAY. **
Awarded 94 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their June 2019 expert review tasting of Australian multi-regional blends (see blue link below).
The not-going-to-be-in-the-UK-for-ages-yet 2018 vintage was awarded 93 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter (www.decanter.com) in their Oct 2020 edition regional review of McLaren Vale (see blue link below). Full article available here.
Stephen Pannell is one of the best and brightest of the new generation of Australian winemakers, having spent a decade working as chief red wine maker at Hardys before striking out on his own in 2004. Steve has worked all over the world, including in Italy with Aldo Vajra in Barolo and in France for Domaine Dujac and Pousse d'Or. His broad experience has helped shape his approach to winemaking and his wines are true expressions of the grapes and vineyards of McLaren Vale. In October 2015, Steve was named Winemaker of the Year by the consumer wine magazine, Gourmet Traveller Wine.
The Tempranillo grapes are grown on mature McLaren Vale vines. The Touriga Nacional and Tinta Cao are sourced from McLaren Vale and Barossa.
The 2016 vintage was a vintage of two distinct halves. Winter and spring were exceptionally dry and warm and the vines required additional irrigation to avoid heat stress. Thankfully, a number of rainstorms turned 2016 into one of the wettest and mildest ripening periods. This cool, wet period saved the harvest and allowed for a long maturation period, which resulted in wines with incredible structure and ageing potential.
The parcels were hand-harvested, crushed and traditionally vinified in small open-top fermenters, with no additions other than yeast. Temperatures were maintained between a minimum of 15°C and a maximum of 34°C. Fermentation lasted 10-11 days and during this time the cap was hand plunged and pumped over. The wine spent seven months in 500 litre French oak puncheons, 80% in mature (five to six years old) oak and 20% in new oak.
57% Tempranillo, 29% Touriga Nacional, 14% Tinto Cão.
On the nose, abundant black fruits, cherry, fruit bread and red liquorice are overlaid with jasmine, nutmeg and cinnamon spices. The palate is long, with integrated and granular tannins with a balanced finish. An excellent food wine perfect with grilled sausages or charcuterie and cheese.
ABV = 14.0%.
Awarded 93 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their June 2019 feature, Weekday Wines (see blue link below).
Mount Horrocks Wines is run by proprietor/winemaker Stephanie Toole. Stephanie restricts production to approximately 3,500 cases per annum in order to achieve her aims of quality and single vineyard expression. Stephanie describes her wines as 'essentially hand made food wines with an emphasis on structure as well as generous fruit flavours'. All grapes are 100% estate grown from three separate vineyard sites totalling nearly 10 hectares which, in 2014, were 'A grade certified' by Australian Certified Organic (ACO). Her persistence with classic, no-compromise winemaking and a fully integrated organic approach to growing and making sets Mount Horrocks wines apart from the mainstream.
The 2017 harvest was later than previous years, after a cool and slightly wetter summer and growing period. The grapes were hand harvested in the cool of the morning, when the grapes were in pristine condition.
100% estate-grown and certified organic, the grapes are carefully hand-harvested in the cool of the morning and sent straight to the winery where they are destemmed, crushed and gently pressed. The free-run juice is isolated and settled prior to fermenting in French oak barriques, one-third of which are new.
Each barrel is stirred weekly for three months then left on gross lees for a total of nine months when Stephanie conducts a series of tastings to determine the final blend. Once assembled it is bottled without fining.
Very pale white gold. Dried wildflower and lightly stewed apple over nuanced spicy oak. Crisp, lightly savoury, lemony Semillon with texture and length. Layered and flavoursome yet relatively light and bright for what is a wood-aged white, the pristine fruit shining through on the finish, balanced by chalky acidity. Sips nicely on its own but truly shines with grilled white fish or poultry. Worth cellaring through to 2028.
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The 2017 vintage was awarded 91 points and Highly Recommended status by Decanter in their June 2019 feature, Weekday Wines (see blue link below).
Domaine Cazes is situated in Rivesaltes in the Roussillon. With 220 hectares of vines planted, Domaine Cazes is the largest certified organic and biodynamic estate in France. It was founded in 1895 by Michel Cazes and the wines are made by the fourth generation of winemakers, headed up by Emmanuel Cazes. The family makes a range of interesting dry wines alongside the regional specialities, Vin Doux Naturels. They took the decision to move to organic and biodynamic viticulture in 1997. Based on their view that the natural environment needs natural preparation, they plough the soils and use only natural ingredients as treatments, arranging their work according to the lunar calendar.
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As well as being biodynamic and organic, this wine is suitable for vegans.
The palate is bright with ripe red and black fruit aromas and rich liquorice notes, balanced by delicate tannins. This wine has a remarkable balance, thanks to its good acidity and freshness. Long finish with white pepper flavours.
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From photoshopped images to clever captions, these bearded dragon memes have it all. Whether they’re showing off their sassy side, getting into mischief, or just being utterly adorable, these memes capture the essence of what it’s like to be a bearded dragon owner. And even if you’re not a reptile enthusiast, it’s hard not to appreciate the humor and cuteness that these memes bring to the table.
So if you’re in need of a good laugh or just want to brighten up your day, look no further than the best bearded dragon memes online. They’re guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and remind you why these little reptiles are so beloved in the pet world. Share them with your friends, family, or fellow bearded dragon enthusiasts, and get ready for some serious laughs!
The popularity of bearded dragon memes
Bearded dragons are fascinating reptiles that have gained immense popularity as pets in recent years. These quirky and lovable creatures have also become a favorite subject for internet memes, particularly on social media platforms. The rise of bearded dragon memes can be attributed to the unique characteristics and behaviors of these adorable pets.
Humor plays a crucial role in the popularity of bearded dragon memes. These memes often feature funny situations, facial expressions, and poses of these reptiles, which evoke laughter and amusement among viewers. The internet has become a breeding ground for all things funny and entertaining, and bearded dragons have found their place in the vast world of memes.
One of the main reasons people love bearded dragon memes is the relatability factor. Many pet owners can resonate with the experiences and antics of these small-scale dragons. From their insatiable appetite to their amusing attempts at catching prey, bearded dragons provide endless comic relief to their human companions. The ability to capture these relatable moments in meme form allows people to connect and share their own experiences with these fascinating pets.
Bearded dragons have a unique charm that is hard to resist:
|Their adorable appearance with scaly bodies and distinctive beards makes them stand out among other reptiles.
|Their docile nature and friendly demeanor make them great companions for both adults and children.
|Their quirky behaviors, such as head bobbing, arm waving, and sleeping in unusual positions, provide endless entertainment.
|Their unique ability to change color based on their mood or temperature adds to their charm and intrigue.
Bearded dragon memes not only bring laughter and joy but also help raise awareness about these incredible pets. Many people who come across these memes might be intrigued and inspired to learn more about bearded dragons or even consider owning one as a pet. These memes serve as a fun and effective way of promoting responsible pet ownership and educating the public about the needs and care requirements of these reptiles.
Why People Love Bearded Dragon Memes
Bearded dragons are adorable reptiles that have become popular pets in recent years. They have unique personalities and characteristics that make them perfect subjects for funny memes. The combination of their cute appearances and funny behaviors has captured the hearts of meme enthusiasts all over the internet.
Pets are often a source of joy and happiness for their owners, and bearded dragons are no exception. Their funny antics and quirky personalities provide endless entertainment and amusement. When these amusing moments are captured in meme form, they can be enjoyed and shared by people all around the world.
Memes have become an integral part of internet culture, and the popularity of bearded dragon memes is a testament to their appeal. They provide a way for people to express their love for these fascinating creatures and share their experiences with other bearded dragon owners. The relatable and humorous nature of these memes creates a sense of community among reptile enthusiasts.
Funny bearded dragon memes often depict the lizard in various humorous situations or with humorous captions. Whether it’s a bearded dragon making a funny face or an amusing interaction with its owner, these memes bring a smile to people’s faces and brighten their day.
Furthermore, bearded dragon memes showcase the versatility and adaptability of these pets. They can be seen in various poses, outfits, and settings, all of which contribute to their comedic effect. From wearing tiny hats to striking funny poses, bearded dragons prove time and time again that they are willing participants in the meme craze.
Best Bearded Dragon Memes Online
Bearded dragons have become quite popular as pets in recent years, and their unique appearance and quirky behaviors make them the perfect subject for meme-worthy content. From their adorable little faces to their funny expressions, these lizards have captured the hearts of many meme creators and internet users alike.
Now, let’s dive into the best bearded dragon memes online. With so many hilarious options to choose from, it’s hard to pick just one favorite. But here are some top contenders that are guaranteed to make you laugh:
If you’re feeling inspired, you can even create your own bearded dragon meme. It’s easier than you think! Just find the perfect image of your pet, add a funny caption or caption, and share it with the world. You can use photo-editing software or online meme generators to help bring your meme to life.
Top 10 Hilarious Bearded Dragon Memes: Bringing Humor to Reptile Lovers
If you’re a reptile enthusiast, you’re probably familiar with the bearded dragon, a funny and charismatic lizard that has captured the hearts of many. What better way to celebrate these adorable creatures than through hilarious memes? Here are the top 10 bearded dragon memes that will have you laughing out loud:
1. “When your bearded dragon gives you side-eye”
One of the most relatable moments for bearded dragon owners is when their pet gives them a sassy side-eye look. It’s both hilarious and adorable, and this meme perfectly captures that moment.
2. “When your bearded dragon sees a bug”
3. “When your bearded dragon decides to do yoga”
4. “When your bearded dragon tries to hide from you”
Bearded dragons have a natural instinct to hide when they feel threatened or scared. This meme humorously portrays a bearded dragon’s attempt to hide in plain sight, often resulting in hilarious situations.
5. “When your bearded dragon gives you a high-five”
One of the cutest things about bearded dragons is their ability to do a little “beard wave” or give you a mini high-five with their front leg. This meme captures that adorable moment of interaction between a bearded dragon and its owner.
6. “When your bearded dragon falls asleep on your shoulder”
7. “When your bearded dragon gives you a goofy grin”
Bearded dragons have the most amusing facial expressions, including goofy grins that can brighten anyone’s day. This meme perfectly captures that infectious and adorable smile.
8. “When your bearded dragon tries to steal your food”
Bearded dragons are opportunistic eaters and may try to snatch a bite of your food if given the chance. This meme showcases their mischievous nature and their love for all things edible.
9. “When your bearded dragon gives you side-eye during bath time”
10. “When your bearded dragon insists on being the center of attention”
Bearded dragons are attention seekers and will go to great lengths to make sure they are in the spotlight. This meme shows a bearded dragon striking a pose and demanding all the attention, resulting in a humorous and endearing image.
These top 10 bearded dragon memes bring humor and joy to reptile lovers everywhere. Whether you own a bearded dragon or simply admire these remarkable creatures, these memes are bound to put a smile on your face and brighten your day.
How to create your own bearded dragon meme
Creating your own bearded dragon meme can be a fun and creative way to express your love for these adorable and funny creatures. With a few simple steps, you can turn your favorite bearded dragon photo into a humorous meme that will bring a smile to anyone’s face.
|Step 1: Choose the perfect image
|Step 2: Come up with a clever caption
The first step in creating a bearded dragon meme is to find the perfect image. Look for a photo that captures the adorable and funny nature of these pet lizards. It could be a picture of your own bearded dragon or a funny image you found online. Make sure the image is clear and high-quality.
Once you have the perfect image, it’s time to come up with a clever caption. Think about the personality of your bearded dragon and what funny or cute phrase would match the image. The caption should compliment the picture and enhance the humor. Be creative and have fun with it!
|Step 3: Use a meme generator
|Step 4: Customize the meme
To easily create your meme, you can use an online meme generator. There are many free tools available that allow you to upload your chosen image and add text to it. These generators often have a variety of font styles and colors to choose from, so you can customize your meme to your liking.
Customizing the meme is where you can add your own personal touch. Play around with the font size, color, and position of the text to make it stand out. You can also add additional elements, such as speech bubbles or emojis, to make the meme even more humorous. Just remember to keep the focus on the adorable bearded dragon.
|Step 5: Share and spread the humor
|Step 6: Enjoy the reaction
Once you have created your bearded dragon meme, it’s time to share it with the world. You can post it on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter. You can also share it with your friends and family through messaging apps. The more you share, the more people will be able to enjoy the humor and cuteness of your meme.
Finally, sit back and enjoy the reaction to your creation. Be prepared for lots of laughter and positive feedback. People love bearded dragon memes because they are a unique combination of humor and adorable animals. Your meme is sure to bring joy to anyone who sees it.
Creating your own bearded dragon meme is a fantastic way to show your love for these amazing reptiles and share a laugh with others. Get creative, have fun, and let your adorable bearded dragon shine!
How to create your own bearded dragon meme
Creating your own bearded dragon meme can be a fun and creative way to showcase the humorous side of these adorable reptiles. With their unique appearance and quirky behaviors, bearded dragons provide plenty of material for creating funny and entertaining memes that are sure to make people laugh. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to create your own bearded dragon meme:
Step 1: Find the perfect image
The first step in creating a bearded dragon meme is finding the perfect image. Look for a photo or illustration that captures the essence of a bearded dragon’s charm and humor. Whether it’s a close-up of their adorable face or a funny pose, the image should make an impact and grab people’s attention.
Step 2: Think of a funny caption
Once you have a suitable image, it’s time to come up with a funny caption that complements the picture. The caption should be witty, clever, or relatable, adding an extra layer of humor to the image. Consider playing on the lizard’s unique characteristics or popular culture references to create a meme that stands out.
Step 3: Use a meme generator
To bring your bearded dragon meme to life, consider using a meme generator. These online tools allow you to add your chosen image and caption easily. They provide various templates, font styles, and effects, making it simple to create a professional-looking meme without any design skills.
Step 4: Customize and share
After creating your bearded dragon meme, take some time to customize it further. Experiment with different fonts, colors, and layouts to enhance the visual appeal. Once you’re satisfied with the final result, share your creation on social media platforms, such as Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, to spread the laughter with your friends, family, and the online reptile community.
Step-by-step guide to making a funny bearded dragon meme
Creating your own bearded dragon meme can be a fun and creative way to showcase the adorable and funny antics of your pet reptile. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you make a hilarious bearded dragon meme that is sure to bring a smile to your face:
|Choose the perfect image: The first step in creating a funny bearded dragon meme is finding the perfect image. Look for a photo of your bearded dragon that captures their adorable and humorous side. It could be a picture of them making a funny face, wearing a costume, or engaged in a silly activity.
|Add a witty caption: Once you have the perfect image, it’s time to add a witty caption that complements the picture. Think of a humorous phrase or sentence that goes well with the expression or action in the photo. This will be the punchline of your meme and should enhance the overall comedic effect.
|Choose a font and layout: Next, select a font style and size that matches the tone of your meme. You can go for a bold and attention-grabbing font or something more playful and whimsical. Experiment with different layouts, such as placing the caption at the top, bottom, or in a speech bubble next to your bearded dragon.
|Add the caption to the image: Using a photo editing software or meme generator tool, overlay the chosen caption onto the image. Make sure the text is legible, properly aligned, and doesn’t obscure any important parts of the picture. Play around with the text color and outline to make it stand out against the background.
|Final touches and sharing: Take a moment to review your meme and make any final adjustments or edits. You can add additional effects or stickers if desired, but be careful not to overcrowd the image. Once you are happy with the final result, save the meme and share it with your friends, family, or fellow bearded dragon enthusiasts on social media platforms, forums, or meme-sharing websites.
Creating your own bearded dragon meme allows you to showcase your pet’s adorable and humorous nature while also tapping into the internet’s love for funny and relatable content. Have fun exploring different ideas, captions, and styles to create a meme that perfectly captures the charm and personality of your bearded dragon.
Tips for finding the perfect image for your bearded dragon meme
1. Look for a bearded dragon in a funny pose
One of the most important aspects of a good bearded dragon meme is the pose of the lizard. Look for images where the bearded dragon is in a unique or funny position. This will make your meme even more hilarious.
2. Choose an image with a clear facial expression
Bearded dragons have expressive faces, and using an image that captures a funny or adorable expression can make your meme stand out. Look for images where the bearded dragon is making a silly face or has a cute smile.
3. Consider using a photo of your own bearded dragon
If you have a bearded dragon as a pet, consider using a photo of your own reptile to create a personalized meme. This will make your meme even more special and unique.
4. Use high-quality images
When choosing an image for your bearded dragon meme, make sure to use high-resolution and clear pictures. This will ensure that the details of the reptile’s scales and facial features are visible, making the meme more visually appealing.
5. Look for images with a plain background
6. Search for fun and relatable captions
Once you have selected the perfect image, brainstorm some fun and relatable captions that will complement the bearded dragon’s pose or expression. The caption should add an extra layer of humor to the meme and make it even more shareable.
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