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The Sicilian Wines of Planeta
The Planeta family have been farming the volcanic rich soils of Sicily for some time, however, their entry into the wine world is less than two decades old. Today, the Planeta wine organization includes six unique vineyard locations totally 900 … Continue reading
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Roses May be Red, But Rosés Are For Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day, there is no better wine to celebrate new love with – or the love you already share with someone – than with a bottle of bubbly. But not just any sparkling wine. For the day of love, … Continue reading
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Super Wines for the Super Bowl
The 46th annual Super Bowl is crawling towards television sets poised in homes and sports bars across the country and around the world. Here are a few ideas that will please a diversity of palates while leaving enough money in … Continue reading
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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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
Party Wines for the Holiday Season That Won’t Break The Bank
Here is a selection of wonderfully tasteful wines that cost under $20 that you can proudly serve your guests or take along as a gift to any party. Now that’s a real holiday treat. Click here to read the best … Continue reading
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DC Examiner Newspaper – Winter White Wines
Winter is slowly creeping in to Washington, and as the thermometer begins its decent in to the chilly territory, the first thing that that most wine lovers think of – well, the first thing I think of – is reaching … Continue reading
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The Vine Gal Recommends Cookbooks and Wine Gadgets
Last week, Cindy recommended several wine books that would make a great present for the wine enthusiast on your gift list. But not everyone may be a thrilled with receiving a book on wine – or at least not as much … Continue reading
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