Month: December 2016
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For the Love of Cava
Tomorrow is New Year’s Eve. Time to celebrate the end of the current year as we welcome the possibilities of New Year. 2016 has been challenging in many ways. However, New Year’s Eve is a perfect time to reflect with gratitude on whatever blessings it held for us. Bubbles are, of course, a classic and […]
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The Many Faces of Concha Y Toro
Branding is an important component for companies. Wine is no exception. When you hear the name Screaming Eagle or Opus One even casual wine drinkers have knowledge and a perception of these wines. Concha Y Toro is another example of a wine producer who has achieved name recognition through branding.
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Get to Know Herdade do Esporão
For many Esporão is the face of Portuguese wines. It is the best-selling Portuguese wines in the US, with their Monte Velho label one of the most recognized. However, there is much more to this winery that began in Alentejo 1997. Its commitment to the environment, society, and to non-conformity offer insight to the people […]
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6 California Wines Perfect for Your Holiday Table
The holiday rush is on. Hanukkah begins tomorrow. Christmas is just two days away. Have you bought all your gifts? Batteries? Wrapping paper? It’s time to turn your focus to the big holiday meal. Have you planned the meal? Bought the needed ingredients? What about the wine? What? You forgot the wine? Don’t worry, I […]
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Welcoming Winter with Côtes de Bordeaux
Darkness falls across the land on the longest day of year. An astronomical phenomenon in the Northern Hemisphere where the earth’s tilt on its axis is at the farthest point from the sun and the sun’s daily maximum elevation is at its lowest is known as the Winter or December Solstice. In truth the solstice […]
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Carmenère: A Search for Identity
It seems today as the world becomes smaller more people are seeking to understand their ancestry. A friend recently dove into an ancestry expedition to find not only genealogical ties to Native Americans but also to the Prophet Mohammad. This is also true for wine. The wine community is constantly seeking genealogy of grapes as […]
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How About Some French Fizz this Holiday Season?
Bubbles are perfect any day or any time of year; however, there is something about the holiday season that demands them. Sparkling wine is a perfect aperitif to get the party started, a great accompaniment to most any cuisine, and a refreshing way to end an evening. Furthermore, December is International Champagne month.
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Do You Have the Holiday Spirit?
The holidays are such a joyful time of year. Large parties, small get togethers, this time of year we embrace our families and friends. It is also a fun time of year to branch out a little with some fun holiday inspired cocktails. I don’t drink a lot of cocktails but every now and then […]
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Make Your Holidays Sparkle Italian Style
If there is ever a time of year to enjoy the bubbly it is now! Furthermore, the Italians know how to embrace life and celebrate in style. They live so well there is a lifestyle movement known as “The Italian Art of Living.” Nothing exemplifies this art of living more than Italian sparkling wine. With […]
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Fun Holiday Gifts for Every Wine Lover on Your List
I love the holidays. I drive my family crazy because starting the Friday after Thanksgiving I listen to Christmas music all the way to December 25. I am super excited this year that Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 24. Though I am not Jewish, I prefer it when both faiths celebrate their respective holidays […]
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