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Valentines Day, Chocoloates, and Rich Wines
2009-02-04 22:34
Sweet, Rich Wines Make the Chocolate Love Connection
By Marian Jansen op de Haar
With Valentine’s Day approaching, many of us have love – and chocolate – on the brain. The rich sensuality of chocolate alone makes for an ideal way to end a romantic meal – no matter what...
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Reader Question - Does all red wine get better with age?
2009-01-19 23:48
Actual Reader Question:
Quick question…Does all red wine get better with age? If I were to buy a 10 dollar bottle and cellar it for a few years would it be a better wine or is that a waste? How do you know which wines can be cellared?
Benjamin F. in Boston, Massachusetts
Ben,
Great...
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Champagne in the Winter, and for the Super Bowl
2009-01-13 00:01
Champagnes Make Winter Sparkle
By Marian Jansen op de Haar
A Champagne toast is synonymous with celebration and no party this winter would be complete without it. Don’t let the search for that perfect bubbly – one that suits the occasion, your tastes and your budget – spoil the...
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Literary Review - WineWise - Your Complete Guide to Understanding, Selecting, and Enjoying Wine
2008-12-20 10:40
Wine Wise - Your Complete Guide to Understanding, Selecting, and Enjoying Wine
Written by Steven Kolpan, Brian H. Smith, Michael A. Weiss, and The CIA (not that CIA, the Culinary Institute of America)
If we were quoted on the book sleeve –
“A highly informative book that will make...
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Holiday Parties Take Flight
2008-11-26 10:12
Holiday Parties Take Flight
By Marian Jansen op de Haar
Festive gatherings of friends and loved ones are one of the best things about the holidays. Yet with the bustle of the season, who has time to plan and prepare an extravagant event? Consider instead hosting a wine tasting with...
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More than Malbec
2008-10-22 01:40
More than Malbec
By Daniel Karlin
Founder of Anuva Vinos, a Premium Argentine Wine Club
The first person who talked to me about Argentine wine was a Brazilian tourist I met in the wine aisle of a supermarket in Buenos Aires....
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How to Read a Wine Label
2008-10-11 17:41
How To Read a Wine Label
By Marian Jansen op de Haar
The wine aisle can be an intimidating place, even for seasoned wine aficionados who would like to try something new. The labels range from quirky and fun to stately and regal, from eye-catching to simple. Studies have shown that...
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List of Numbers
2008-10-09 06:25
Last Thursday I participated in a winery tour and tasting at the Ponte Winery in Temecula, California. Our tour guide Herman was quite humorous but also quite smart. He handed me a little cheat sheet card he kept in his wallet.
It's called Wine by Numbers. Here are some of the interesting...
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Purchase Wines in Your Neighborhood
Interviews
Tom Gable - Contributing Wine Editor for San Diego Magazine
2008-05-19 21:00
Tom Gable has been writing about and tasting wine for more than 30 years. As an expert in wine, Tom believes that "wine needs company -...
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Gary Vaynerchuk - The Robert Parker of the Internet Generation
2008-05-13 00:01
Gary Vaynerchuk has revolutionized the world of wine reviews and along with it, personal brand building. As his bio notes, Gary is a "social media...
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Ernie Els - Golfer and Winemaker
2008-04-28 17:08
Ernie Els is best known as one of the premier golfers of the 21st century (ranked #3 as of April 2008). What not everyone knows about the Big...
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Bill Daley - Food and Wine Critic - Chicago Tribune
2008-03-15 14:59
Bill Daley is the food and wine critic with the Chicago Tribune. His recent articles may be found here.
What was the first...
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Lisa Rhorer - Proprieter - Cin Cin Wine Bar
2008-03-12 14:57
Lisa is the co-proprietor, general manager, and wine director of the Cin-Cin Wine Bar, which focuses on sustainability....
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