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Posted on April 18, 2012 - by The Vine Guy
Wine Season In Washington, DC
For every reason, there is a season, and wine is no exception. Over the last decade, Washington, DC has steadily become one of the most prominent wine-consumer cities in the country and wine makers and retailers have taken notice. During the months of April and May, the metropolitan area is filled with opportunities to taste a variety of varietals.
Click Here to listen to my recommendations on WTOP Radio’s Wine of the Week
Posted on February 13, 2012 - by The Vine Guy
WTOP Wine of the Week – Rosés for Valentine’s Day
Sparkling Rosé wines are just that Cupid ordered for Valentine’s Day! And just like the ubiquitous nature of love, sparkling rosé wines can be found in just about every wine grape growing in the world. Best of all, many sparkling rosés are a relative bargain and can be found in plentiful supply.
Click here to listen to my wine recipe for love on this week’s WTOP Radio Wine of the Week segment
Posted on January 28, 2012 - by The Vine Guy
The Best Wines Made From Grapes You’ve Never Heard Of!
If you are really open to expanding both your proverbial wine horizon as well as your palate, discovering the history behind tasty, lesser known varietals can be its own reward. After all, there are over 200 fairly common unique grape varietals from which wine is produced, and probably another three or four hundred varietals of wine grapes that many of us have simply never heard of.
Click here to listen to my recommendations on WTOP Radio’s Wine of the Week
Posted on January 21, 2012 - by The Vine Guy
There’s No Place Like Rhone
Many wine regions that have their own distinctive personalities. Napa drips with big, rich cabernet sauvignons. Burgundy seduces with its pinot noirs. Tuscan wines crave Italian cuisine. And Rhone wines wrap you in a warm blanket.
Click HERE to listen to my recommendations on WTOP Radio’s Wine of the Week
Click HERE to read the entire article in the DC Examiner Newspaper Vine Guy column
Posted on January 21, 2012 - by The Vine Guy
Virginia Named One of 10 Best Wine Travel Destinations For 2012.
Yes Virginia – there really is a wine country, and according to this month’s Wine Enthusiast magazine, Virginia has been named one of the 10 best wine travel destinations for 2012. Virginia was listed as only one of three domestic wine regions that are considered an ideal place for wine lovers to visit in 2012. The article cites Virginia’s rich history, natural beauty and friendly winemakers as some of the many reasons to visit the region.
Click here to hear the details on WTOP Radio’s Wine of the Week
Click here to read about what wineries to visit in Virginia in the DC Examiner Vine Guy column
Posted on December 31, 2011 - by The Vine Guy
WTOP Radio Wine of the Week – New Year’s Wine Resolutions for 2012
In the spirit of the New Year, I thought I would share with you some of the personal goals – well, personal WINE goals – that I resolve to achieve in the New Year.
Posted on December 30, 2011 - by The Vine Guy
Sparkling Wines for New Year’s Eve
There is nothing quite like wine with bubbles to create a festive atmosphere and elevate the last night of the year to celebratory status. Whether you’re pouring a wine from California or France, the addition of bubbles somehow makes each sip its own party. And the variety of sparkling wines is endless. The wines can range from bone-dry to wonderfully sweet and the bubbles can be tiny or effervescent. Best of all, they can be young and fresh or mature and mellow.
There is a bubbly out there for everyone – so this New Year’s Eve, pick a sparkling wine that’s right for you…
Click here to hear my recommendations on WTOP Radio’s Wine of the Week
Click here to read about the sparkling wines I am recommending in the DC Examiner Newspaper
Have a happy and healthy New Year!
Cheers.
Posted on December 18, 2011 - by The Vine Guy
WTOP Wine of the Week – Big Wines for the Holidays
Once in a while I like to step out and pamper my palate with something on the extravagant side. Like getting dressed up to go out for a nice dinner, splurging on an expensive bottle of wine can be a memorable experience, especially when it is paired with a special event, such as a holiday dinner or New Year’s Eve party.
Click here to listen too GO BIG wine recommendations on this week’s WTOP Radio Wine of the Week
Posted on December 11, 2011 - by The Vine Guy
WTOP Wine of the Week – Holiday Party Wines Under $20
The holiday party season is in full swing and chance are, you’re either hosting a holiday party or have been invited to one.
What wine can you serve that will be delicious but not add to the national (or at least household) debt?
Posted on November 20, 2011 - by The Vine Guy
WTOP Radio Wine of the Week – Thanksgiving Wines
Every Thanksgiving, my wife and I experience the same crisis: What wine do we serve with Thanksgiving dinner? Yes, in our house, it’s a big deal!
In order to keep the peace in the family this year, we decided to employ the advice of three “neutral” wine experts in Washington, DC, to play referee and keep our Thanksgiving Day wine choices stress free.
Check out the wine recommendations on this week’s WTOP Radio Wine of the Week.
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