CCPT – Total Yearly Points Award
Joe won the Total Yearly Points competition, with Ben coming in a close second and Mark ranking third. Points were distributed as follows: Joe 179, Ben 172, and Mark 158.
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CCPT – Average Money Per Game Award
Greg has been awarded the Average Money Per Game prize, with Justin and Joe taking second and third place respectively in the regular player rankings.
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CCPT – Gross Money Won Award
Joe won the Gross Money Award at the CCPT Poker 2023, demonstrating remarkable poker skills. He emerged first with $580, followed by Ben with $445 and Luc with $425.
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CCPT – Iron Man Award
Mark has won the Iron Man Award at the 2023 CCPT poker for attending 52 games throughout the year, demonstrating his commitment to the game. Runners-up Joe, Tony, and Ben attended 48 games.
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New World Vs Old – new Zealand Vs Burgundy by Michael lutzmann
The debate between New World and Old World wine production, represented by New Zealand and Burgundy respectively, emphasizes tradition against innovation. While Burgundy values historical practices and terroir specific to regional grape varieties, New Zealand fosters experimental winemaking styles in diverse climates. There is no clear winner; personal preference, alongside appreciation for both time-honored craftsmanship and bold experimentation, makes wine an intriguing field.
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Producer – TeMata Estate – Hawke’s Bay – New Zealand
Te Mata Estate, New Zealand’s oldest commercial winery, is a standout national producer known for top-quality red blends and other varieties. Established in 1896, it pioneered sustainable winegrowing in the country and has continued innovating under the Buck and Morris families since 1974.
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Colome – Estate Malbec – 2017 – WS 91
The Colome Estate Malbec 2017, purchased from Vivino, is a luxurious, full-bodied red wine valued at $30. Grown in Salta, Argentina, it features bold flavors derived from grapes meticulously hand-picked from vines over 150 years old. The wine pairs well with grilled meats, stews, and strong cheeses.
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Producer – Giovanna Ciacci – Montalcino
Producer Profile Giovanna Ciacci – Montalcino The Ciacci family has been in the Montalcino area since the 1850s. The wine was already made in the area at the time from the local Brunello, or Brunellino grape, a clone of Sangiovese. But thecreation of Brunello di Montalcino as we know it today is attributed to Clemente
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Regional Profile – South Africa
South Africa, dating back to the 1600s, is an ancient source of New World wine. Its modern wine industry emerged post-apartheid, focusing on rectifying past wrongs, promoting fair-trade practices, sustainability, and producing quality wines, including native Pinotage.
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Producer – Groote Post Vineyards – Darling Hills
Producer Profile Groote Post Vineyards – Darling Hills The historic 1808 Groote Post homestead, 60-some kilometres north of Cape Town, was bought by Pentz family in 1972 and has been expanded to a 2800-hectare holding today and is run by Peter and Nick, representing third and fourth generations of the family. The Pentz family was
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