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THE CHALK REPORT
Food, Wine, Travel


Anaba Releases a Rhône-Style Red Blend
by Andrew Chalk I did a tasting of the Anaba 2021 Pinot Noir earlier this year and the winery was a memorable discovery. They have just...
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5 hours ago1 min read


PoBoys Come To Preston Center
by Andrew Chalk TL;DR Preston Center has a new chef-driven po’boy shop, called The PoBoy Shop , and I recommend you check it out! ...
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1 day ago6 min read


Diplomático Rum Launches Single Vintage 2013
INTRODUCING DIPLOMÁTICO SINGLE VINTAGE 2013: A RUM TEN YEARS IN THE MAKING FROM THE WIRES.... NEW YORK, NY (JUNE 2, 2025) – Diplomático...
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2 days ago1 min read


SUMMER SAVORY ICE CREAMS SWEEP SOUTH FLORIDA
FROM THE WIRES South Florida restaurants are staying cool this summer – one savory scoop at a time. From miso ice cream to creamy avocado...
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3 days ago1 min read


ON TEXAS WINE: Do They Age? Part 30, Texas Hills Vineyards Malbec, Texas High Plains, Reddy Vineyards (∞)
by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...
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4 days ago1 min read
The Contacto Collection: Unveiling Vinho Verde's Finest
FROM THE WIRES... Celebrate the arrival of longer and warmer days with the vibrant flavors of Portugal! Introducing two new white wine...
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Jul 31 min read


IT'S NASHVILLE AND THE HUTTON HOTEL IS ON THIS SUMMER'S ROAD TRIP
Photo: Daniel Kelleghan FROM THE WIRES... Put Nashville, TN and the Hutton Hotel on your radar as a great destination to consider for a...
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Jul 21 min read
WINE REVIEW: Auteur Wines New Releases
by Andrew Chalk Auteur 2023 Chardonnay, Bacigalupi Vineyard , Russian River Valley, Sonoma Co., CA $65 Auteur 2022 Pinot Noir, Balinard...
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Jul 12 min read


SLATE THEORY HAS ALL THE PIECES
Slate Theory Winery and Tasting Room is one of the most impressive-looking facilities in The Hill Country. by Andrew Chalk You never know...
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Jun 306 min read


CADD Gallery Day | Saturday 6.28 with AI!
by Andrew Chalk and wire content FROM THE WIRES... CONTEMPORARY ART DEALERS OF DALLAS PRESENT CADD’S SUMMER Gallery Walk...
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Jun 263 min read


GARY FARRELL WINERY ANNOUNCES NEW SUBSCRIPTION OFFERING
Simple, Fast, Delicious FROM THE WIRES... Healdsburg, CA, March 31– Gary Farrell Winery , the iconic Russian River Valley estate, is...
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Jun 262 min read


SUMMER FUN: TOP NEW ORLEANS CHEFS SHARE TIPS, TRICKS & RECIPES FOR YOUR NEXT SUMMER GATHERING
FROM THE WIRES... The culinarily unique city of New Orleans is so easy to reach from Dallas, it would be a pity to miss some of the...
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Jun 252 min read


Mirador Introduces To-Go Services for Elevated Weekday Lunch
The rooftop restaurant brings its menu street-side with seamless takeout for downtown diners FROM THE WIRES... DALLAS, TEXAS (June 3,...
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Jun 242 min read


Crazy Tasting: Four Wines, four Winemakers, one Vineyard
FROM THE WIRES... Ever wonder how much a winemaker really shapes a wine? Let’s put it to the test. Join us for the first annual Friesen...
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Jun 231 min read


The 100% Varietal, 100% Single-Vineyard Strategy of Nickel & Nickel. Explained by Winemaker Joe Harden
Nickel & Nickel winery by Andrew Chalk Nickel & Nickel, the Far Niente brand, has a very interesting go-to-market strategy. Single...
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Jun 2225 min read


WOODFORD RESERVE RELEASES NEW DISTILLERY SERIES: TAWNY PORT FINISH
FROM THE WIRES... WOODFORD RESERVE RELEASES NEW DISTILLERY SERIES: TAWNY PORT FINISH MAY 20, 2025 (VERSAILLES, KY) — Today, Woodford...
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Jun 202 min read


Man from L’Occitane: Gérard Bertrand
by Andrew Chalk Gérard Bertrand sallies forth to the room from a podium with a vitality that belies his 60 years. He is presenting his...
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Jun 193 min read


Auteur Wines Welcomes Guests to New Russian River Home
View from the newly-opened tasting room. (Photo Credit for all photos: Emma Kruch/Emma K Creative FROM THE WIRES... Auteur Wines Welcomes...
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Jun 184 min read


BRING THE HEAT: SAUCED AND TOSSED BUFFALO CHICKEN STRIP BASKET DEBUTS AT DQ RESTAURANTS IN TEXAS
FROM THE WIRES... BEDFORD, Texas (April 28, 2025) – The heat is on at DQ® restaurants in Texas with the launch of the NEW Sauced & Tossed...
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Jun 172 min read


ON TEXAS WINE: Do They Age? Part 29, Hilmy 2015 Malbec, Texas (∞)
by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...
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Jun 162 min read


City Men Cook’s 25th Anniversary Celebration - Father's Day
FROM THE WIRES... Dallas’ most flavorful Father’s Day tradition turns 25! City Men Cook transforms a former plantation into a jubilant...
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Jun 131 min read


Get to Know Lloyd Cellars
FROM THE WIRES... Someone invited me to get to know Lloyd Cellars with their Chardonnay from Carneros! Founded by winemaking visionary...
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Jun 121 min read


Dan Gatlin: Clones and Concentration. A Different Philosophy From Terroir-Based Explanations of Wine Quality.
Dan Gatlin addressing a tasting group by Andrew Chalk “ The most important thing the Texas Wine Industry must do immediately is to...
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Jun 1038 min read


The Best Happy Hour in Dallas: $5 Cocktails at The Porch
Photo: Dan Padgett FROM THE WIRES... The Best Happy Hour in Dallas: $5 Cocktails at The Porch Where $5 still means something — Monday...
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Jun 93 min read


Paleta Perfecta - Spirited Cocktail from Tequila Corralejo
FROM THE WIRES... I wanted to share a last-minute cocktail to enjoy from Tequila Corralejo that’s as spirited as the holiday itself. ...
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Jun 62 min read


ON TEXAS WINE: Do They Age? Part 28, Llano Estacado 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon ‘Cellar Reserve’,Texas (∞)
by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...
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Jun 52 min read


RODRIGO SOTO MOVES FULL TIME TO FAR MOUNTAIN WINERY
FROM THE WIRES... Leading viticulturist and winemaker Rodrigo Soto will focus full time on the winery started with his wife, Mai...
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Jun 43 min read


TEA FORTÉ FOR FATHER’S DAY 2025
FROM THE WIRES... Treat Dad this Father’s Day to a delicious palate of tea flavors ranging from robust classics to spiced warming blends...
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Jun 31 min read


Drink North Texas Shows How To Organize a Mass-Attendance Show To Market Texas Wine
Drink North Texas underway. by Andrew Chalk I attended Drink North Texas this weekend. The consumer-focused show was an attempt by ...
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Jun 11 min read


ON TEXAS WINE: Do They Age? Part 27, William Chris Vineyards, 2015 Mourvèdre, Texas (∞)
by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...
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May 302 min read


CONSERVATION+FINE ART+FASHION THIS FRIDAY 6PM IN DALLAS -- BE THERE!
FROM THE WIRES...
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May 291 min read


Michael Ros Winery: Starting From Scratch
by Andrew Chalk New Owner Pairs with Old Hands in the Hill Country Michael Ros Winery is an example of the newest breed of wineries...
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May 2722 min read


IMPRESSION: Far-Out, Dallas
Far-Out is set in a Quonset hut in three and a half acres of grounds. Cacti are a thing in the garden. by Andrew Chalk It used to be that...
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May 244 min read


Meadows Estate Vineyard & Winery Unveils Two Refreshing New Releases for Spring 2024: Bella Vin & Viognier
FROM THE WIRES... Oakland, Oregon – [April 24, 2025] – Meadows Estate Vineyard & Winery, a Black-owned, family-run winery nestled in...
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May 232 min read


Tequila Enemigo Brings In Talent From Mexico City To Celebrate World Paloma Day and Starting Distribution in Texas
Thec Typsy Alcheist is a cool cocktail bar in Uptown by Andrew Chalk Tequila Enemigo started distribution in Texas a few months ago and...
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May 222 min read


National Wine Day is May 25th
FROM THE WIRES... As Memorial Day ushers in the unofficial start of the entertaining season - and with National Wine Day landing just...
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May 212 min read


American Sauvignon Blanc Can Be Traced to Wente
FROM THE WIRES... Get ready! National Sauvignon Blanc Day (May 2) is just around the corner, and Wente Family Vineyards 2023 'Louis Mel'...
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May 201 min read


Rodney Strong Vineyards Releases Limited Tier Collection Featuring Acclaimed Vineyards of Sonoma County
FROM THE WIRES... HEALDSBURG, Calif., March 19, 2025 — Rodney Strong Vineyards is launching a new Limited Collection of wines from Sonoma...
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May 193 min read


MINDEN MILL CELEBRATES SINGLE ESTATE CRAFTSMANSHIP WITH AMERICAN SINGLE MALT WHISKEY RELEASE
FROM THE WIRES... MINDEN MILL CELEBRATES SINGLE ESTATE CRAFTSMANSHIP WITH AMERICAN SINGLE MALT WHISKEY RELEASE 100% Estate Made American...
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May 163 min read


Mirador Elevates Private Events with Elegant Spaces
Photo: P. Beckley Co. FROM THE WIRES... Celebrate graduations, engagements, showers and more amidst the downtown Dallas skyline DALLAS,...
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May 152 min read


ON TEXAS WINE: Do They Age? Part 26, Fall Creek Vineyards, 2014 GSM, Salt Lick Vineyards, Texas Hill Country (∞)
by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...
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May 142 min read


SIBONEY CELLARS MAKES A FAST START IN THE HILL COUNTRY
by Andrew Chalk Introduction Drive out of Johnson City on US-290, west towards Fredericksburg, and Siboney Cellars is almost unmissable...
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May 136 min read


MIRADOR: AFTERNOON TEA, LUNCH, AND EVENTS AS A TOTAL EXPERIENCE
by Andrew Chalk: Have you been to Mirador recently? When I last went to the penthouse at the top of the Forty Five Ten luxury store in...
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May 124 min read


Discover the Legacy – Graham's Six Grapes Port
FROM THE WIRES... Both Graham's Six Grapes Reserve Port and the Six Grapes ‘Special Vila Velha Edition’ tell a compelling narrative of...
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May 122 min read


WINE REVIEW: Tapiz Malbec Rose, NV Extra Brut, Mendoza, Argentina ($20)
by Andrew Chalk A very good sparkling wine. However, don't approach this wine expecting that, because it is made with the same method as...
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May 92 min read


North Texas Wine Country Spring Wine Trail
FROM THE WIRES... Happy First Days of Wine Trail! Enjoy a month+ of wine tastings throughout North Texas Wine Country! It’s not too late...
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May 81 min read


A Box Wine I Can Like
Amy Ezrin, founder of Giovese Family Wines by Andrew Chalk Box wine is huge in Australia. It is taking off here. But I have had a hard...
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May 73 min read


Drink North Texas Wine Festival - Recommended!
by Andrew Chalk The Frontiers of Flight Museum is the best indoor event center in Dallas. Congratulations to North Texas Wine Country ,...
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May 61 min read


1800® TEQUILA LAUNCHES 12TH EDITION OF ITS “ESSENTIAL ARTIST SERIES” WITH MEXICAN MULTIMEDIA ARTIST RAÚL DE NIEVES
FROM THE WIRES... JERSEY CITY, NJ (JANUARY 7, 2025) – 1800® Tequila, the world’s most awarded tequila1, announced today the 12th...
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May 54 min read


How To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
FROM THE WIRES... I wanted to share a last-minute cocktail to enjoy from Tequila Corralejo that’s as spirited as the holiday itself. ...
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May 42 min read
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