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Annual Guide to Sparkling Wines and Champagnes

To quote wine writer Willie Gluckstern, “In a perfect world, everyone would have a glass of Champagne every evening.” This holiday season, make a new resolution to drink more Champagne and sparkling wines. Here’s a quick guide to finding the … Continue reading

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Wines of the Unions des Grands Cru

Professional golfers have the PGA. Actors have the Screen Actors Guild. And the top estates of the famed wine-growing region of Bordeaux have the Union des Grand Cru (UGC), an organization of 132 member Chateaux, who banded together in 1973 to protect their unique heritage and promote their wines around the world. Continue reading

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Back in the Saddle with Saddleback Wines – Yeeehaaaa

Rare, indeed, is the producer who can, year after year, make great wines on a consistent basis. But then again, if you loved doing what you do as much as Nils Venge does, you’d probably be happy to just keep getting back on your proverbial horse, vintage after vintage and keep the grape rodeo going. Continue reading

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Wine Books For the Wine Lover

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 … Continue reading

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Cookbooks and Wine Gadgets for the Holidays – The Vine Gal

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, … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Day Wine Review – He Said/She Said. Examiner Newspaper, November 18, 2010

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 … Continue reading

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April 12, 2007 – The Wines of Paso Robles

DC Examiner April 12, 2007 The Wines of Paso Robles – The Vine Guy

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April 29, 2010 – Beer is Hockey’s Best Friend

DC Examiner April 29, 2010 – Beer is Hockey’s Best Friend – The Vine Guy

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April 22, 2010 – Wines to Spring Into Spring With

DC Examiner April 22, 2010 – Wines to Spring Into Spring With – The Vine Guy

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April 15, 2010 – Duck, Duck, Duckhorn

DC Examiner April 15, 2010 – Duck, Duck, Duckhorn – The Vine Guy

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