Looking for the perfect gift for the wine lover in your life? A little nervous about buying a bottle of wine? How about a great book on wine… from novice to pro, there is a wine book out there for every wine aficionado. Check out this week’s DC Examiner Vine Gal column to see which book your wine lover will love to get. DC Examiner December 2, 2010 – Wine Books for the Holidays – The Vine Gal
Many people are intimidated about buying wine as a gift, particularly for a friend or family member who may already have a collection started. To help with finding the right gift for the wine lover in your life, here are some great wine-related books for you to consider. I know I would love to get any of these books in my stocking this year (hint, hint).
November 26, 2010 – Holiday Shopping Guide – Wine Book Review
Thanksgiving is a day devoted to spending time with friends and family. The day after Thanksgiving is devoted to buying gifts for friends and family. If you’re wondering what to get the wine lover or budding chef in your life, have no fear. Here is a list of cookbooks and wine gadgets that every gourmand will love.DC Examiner November 25, 2010 – Cookbooks and Wine Gadgets for the Holidays – The Vine Gal
Looking for the perfect wines to serve with dinner on Turkey Day? While we don’t always agree on what wines to pair for Thanksgiving Day, we both agree that serving the right wines can make a memorable meal a great one. Check out our annual He Said/She Said wine review for wines to be thankful for this Thanksgiving.
DC Examiner November 18, 2010 – Thanksgiving Day Wines – The Vine Guy and Vine Gal
Raising money for the Hoover Parent Foundation.
The Food
Day Boat Scallops, Soba Noodle Salad, Thai chili sauce, shaved Black Truffles
Lobster medallion with Layered Avocado, mango Piquillo pepper, Ponzu Sauce, Tahitian Vanilla Foam
Double Lamb chops with Goat, Parm, Ricotta Cheeses, leeks and shallots sauce over Spinach, Couscous and mushrooms, veal demi-glaze
Cheese Course – selection of fine artisanal cheeses
Dessert – Chocolate “Kit Kat” Bar
The Wine
Krug Grand Cuvee Champagne
2000 Dom Perignon Champagne – Wine Director’s edition (Silver Label)
2004 Domaine Weinbach Riesling Schlossberg Vendange Tardive Trie Speciale
2005 Aubert Chardonnay Reuling Vineyard
2005 Kistler Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast
2000 Maiden Cabernet Sauvignon
1988 Rieussec Sauternes
