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Edwin Wyant returns to wine industry; Mencia

Edwin Wyant returns to wine industry; Mencia If Edwin’s name seems familiar, it should be. Edwin, along with his parents, owned The Virginia Wine Experience and Hop & Wine stores in Fredericksburg. Edwin will be in our store, pouring Lagariza Mencia among other Spanish wines for you to try. He would love to catch up with some former customers and make the acquaintance of other wine enthusiasts.

It’s a Red Blend World

It’s a Red Blend World The "red blend" category of wine has expanded sharply over the last few years. By definition, these wines contain less than 75% of any one specific grape. The category currently accounts for approximately 40% of new wines introduced in the U.S. and has surpassed Cabernet Sauvignon in volume of purchases in this country.