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Forbes Article: Make Your Holiday Sparkle With Crémant
If there is ever a time of year to sparkle, it is now. The holidays beg for bubbles – wine lovers respond, with sales skyrocketing this time of year. Champagne is often the first choice, but it can be pricey. Another French option is Crémant.“ I see Crémant as the sparkling wine for people who want a…
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Forbes Article – For Love Not Money: These Napa Valley Passion Projects Are Worth Your Attention
Some stories are more personal than others. For me, this article is close to my heart. Last spring, while in Napa Valley attending the Wine Writer’s Educational Tour, I was introduced to four wines – misfits of sort, because they are crafted of lesser known varieties, yet grown in hard core Cabernet regions. I am…
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Forbes Article: How To Pair Wine With Chocolate
Chocolate and wine are two of life’s greatest pleasures, but pairing them together can be daunting. Both offer layers of complex flavors, textures, and sweetness levels that can clash on the palate. In my latest Forbes article, I share the advice of four sommeliers to guarantee a pairing success.
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A French-Inspired Holiday Alsatian Style #Winophiles
A land forgotten by time, Alsace enchants of fairy tales and days gone by. My June visit exposed me to quaint villages filled with houses lined with window boxes and storks nesting atop buildings. A colorful blend of German and French culture, Alsace delights all who visit. Imagine how this magical place awakens at Christmas.
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Forbes Article – Must Have Wines For The Holidays
It’s the holiday season. Got wine? In my Forbes latest, I solve all your holiday wine needs – gifts ranging from your boss to a Secret Santa, hosting or attending a party, making a fancy dinner or family pizza night, I’ve got you covered. Bookmark this article and use it at your favorite wine retailer…
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German Wines: Expect the Unexpected #WinePW
Our Wine Pairing Weekend group is closing out 2018 with a look at German wines. I am thrilled to use this opportunity to share with you some of the fabulous food and wine pairings I enjoyed in Pfalz this summer.
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Snooth Article: The Greatest White Wines In The World
I recently had the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful wine dinner featuring Domaine Leflaive, producer of some of the greatest white wines in the world. I share my experience, along with a brief dive into Puligny-Montrachet, in my latest Snooth article.
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Join The Bordeaux Gold Rush For Great Food And Wine Pairings
Bordeaux, home to some of the world’s most prized red wines, has a lighter side – gold. Long held as a dessert wine, today golden Bordeaux embraces its savory side. Imagine a meal of raw oysters, lobster ravioli, and crème brulee all served with golden Bordeaux wines. This is an ultimate dining experience.
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Forbes Article – 5 French Wine Routes To Explore This Fall
Experiencing other cultures through travel is one of life’s greatest joys. In my latest article for Forbes digital I explore five French wine regions through their historic wine routes. Going beyond wine, these routes take would be adventurers through some of France’s most iconic regions, diving into history, culture, and stunning landscapes.
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Forbes Article – The Chilean Wine Revolution Expands
In March, I visited Chile for the first time. While there I was introduced to a quiet wine revolution seeking to promote ‘land over brand,’ by shifting the conversation to focus on site driven wines that express Chile’s many diverse terroirs. Recently, I had a lovely wine dinner in Dallas with Andrés Sánchez, Winemaker at Alcance…
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