Washington Cabernet Sauvignon vs. Barossa

Some people say that Australian wines are falling out of favor.  Well, don't tell that to the Australian bike racers that, once again, dominated the Tour Down Under.  And don't tell that to this Cabernet Sauvignon challenger from Langmeil based in Barossa.

The Tour Down Under marks the beginning of the professional road racing season.  Most racers are just starting to return to form.  However, the Australian racers are in peak condition since their National Championship races happen a week earlier.  This race has been dominated by the Ausies for the past decade, winning 7 out of the last 10 editions.  Richie Porte won the 2020 Tour Down Under for his second overall title in the last four years.

This week's Luchavino matchup features an Australian challenger from Barossa taking on a Washington Carbernet Sauvignon.

2016 Structure Cellars Stillwater Creek Cabernet Sauvignon vs. 2016 Langmeil The Blacksmith Cabernet Sauvignon

Let's see if the Australian wine challenger from Barossa has as much success as the Australian bike racers!

Washington Grenache v. Cannonau di Sardegna

 
The 100th Edition of the Giro d' Italia kicked off Friday May 5th on the island of Sardegna (or as we say in the states, Saridinia).  The first three stages featured some exciting racing with some unexpected results in the opening stage and stage 3.

The racers are already enjoying their first rest day on Monday as the race moves to Sicily for an early test of the climbers legs on Mt Etna.  Mt. Etna may be more famous for volcanic eruptions than bike racing.  The Giro organizers are always looking to inject excitement into the race.  Maybe they are hoping for an eruption while the racers scale this active volcano!

This week's Lucha Vino matchup features a Washington Grenache taking on a Cannonau challenger from Sardegna.

2013 Novelty Hill Grenache vs. 2012 Gabbas LiLLove' Cannonau di Sardegna