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Our 2017 list of top 10 wines for fall (or early spring if you're in the southern hemisphere!)! The smell of falling leaves is here a it's time for a change from crisp, refreshing sippers to something heavier, earthier, and better with warm, hearty food.   Here's the list:  1. Malbec from Cahors (France) 2. Cabernet Franc from: Long Island, New York (US) Virginia (US) Chinon or Bourgueil from Loire Valley (France) 3. Red Bordeaux (France) 4. Fiano di Avellino, a white from Campania (Italy) 5. Aglianico, a red from Campania (Italy) especially Taurusi 6. Nebbiolo-based wines from Piedmont (Italy) especially Barolo, Barbaresco, Langhe 7. Sangiovese-based wines from Tuscany, Umbria or other parts of Italy especially Chianti, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Brunello or Rosso di Montalcino 8. Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc or the WHITE grapes that go into it: Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne, and Marsanne from Paso Robles, California (US) 9. Syrah from the northern Rhône or from Paso Robles, California 10. Rioja (Spain) -- Tempranillo only for M.C. Ice, the traditional Rioja blend for Elizabeth   Enjoy! And a great thanks to our sponsor: The Great Courses Plus Go to: www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/wine for a free month!