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Any Port In A Storm

Posted on January 29, 2016 by The Vine Guy

Last Week’s Snowstorm gave a new meaning to the old adage, “Any Port in a storm.” Well, not exactly a port of call. More like a Port wine. CLICK HERE to LISTEN to this week’s Wine of the Week segment … Continue reading →

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The Wines of Mount Veeder and Franciscan Estate

Posted on January 15, 2016 by The Vine Guy

Jay Turnipseed is a man with two mistresses. Fortunately, they both seem to get along! Even more fortunately, they are two of the most popular wineries in Napa Valley; Franciscan Estate and Mount Veeder Winery, and luckily for Jay, their … Continue reading →

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Chilly Outside, Chile Inside

Posted on January 8, 2016 by The Vine Guy

The leaves are completely striped off of the trees and the outside temperature is falling faster than a soccer player faking an injury. The nip in the air signals that it’s time to break out the wool sweaters and big … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolution: Drink What You Like – and more

Posted on January 1, 2016 by The Vine Guy

Where did 2015 year go? Somehow, in the last twelve months, I have managed to gain weight, lose hair, pay tuition (times three), win dares, lose bets, find peace and lose my mind. All of this while tasting over a … Continue reading →

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Champagne for the Holidays

Posted on December 25, 2015 by The Vine Guy

Americans just don’t drink enough Champagne, which is why I love this time of year. It gives me an excuse to shout (or write) all about the wonderful versatility that Champagne has to offer. And as Mark Twain was fond … Continue reading →

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Bubbles for the Holiday

Posted on December 18, 2015 by The Vine Guy

I will never understand why so many wine lovers resist popping the corks on bottles of sparkling wines or Champagne just for the heck of it. After all, most bubblies are incredibly versatile and pair well with a variety of … Continue reading →

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All I Want for Christmas – Annual Holiday Buying Guide

Posted on December 11, 2015 by The Vine Guy

The holiday season is in full swing and the pressure is on to find just the right gift for friends and family members on your shopping list. And if that special someone is a wine lover, well, there can be … Continue reading →

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How Sweet It Is: Dessert Wines for the Holidays

Posted on December 4, 2015 by The Vine Guy

Americans have a sweet tooth. We crave donuts, candy bars and nearly every conceivable flavor of ice cream. So it’s surprising that many wine consumers have ignored dessert wines. CLICK HERE to READ this week’s column

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Come Taste With Me – Part Two

Posted on November 27, 2015 by The Vine Guy

For those of you who have wondered, “Does he really smell and taste all of that stuff in the wine?” Well, some of you recently had a chance to find out. A couple of weeks ago, I led a wine … Continue reading →

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An International Selection of Wines for Thanksgiving

Posted on November 20, 2015 by The Vine Guy

My wife and I both come from families where Thanksgiving is a big deal. Preparation begins almost a week ahead and yet the rush to get everything on the table in time for dinner always reaches a chaotic crescendo just … Continue reading →

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