Ravens Fans Rave About Ravenswood Wines

Posted on February 2, 2013 by The Vine Guy

The upcoming football finale is finally here, and this year I actually have a proverbial dog in the fight. I grew up in a household that revered the San Francisco 49ers. But alas, the 49ers are definitely not the local favorite, so it appears that my only ticket to overcoming the social stigma of rooting for the other team is to offer up winning wines that will, at the very least, get my foot in the door and hopefully a seat on the couch.

The obvious choice was easy. I am rooting with – and for – Ravenswood Wines.

Click here to read about my favorite Ravenswood Wines in this week’s Vine Guy Column in the Washington, DC Examiner Newspaper

Click here to listen to this week’s Wine of the Week on WTOP Radio

Go 49ners!

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My Friend David’s Wines

Posted on January 25, 2013 by The Vine Guy

My friend David’s tastes in wine tend to run more toward the mysterious and arcane end of the spectrum. But here’s the thing… David really does know “his” wines. And by “his” wines, I mean interesting, delicious, value-oriented wines that I would not normally include in my routine wine compendium. But, that notwithstanding, I always look forward to being exposed to David’s Wines…

Click here to check out David’s Wines in this week’s Vine Guy column in the Washington, DC Examiner Newspaper

Click here to listen to David’s recommendations on this week’s Wine of the Week on WTOP Radio

 

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Poker Night Wines

Posted on January 17, 2013 by The Vine Guy

A few years ago, several moms from my son’s third grade class decided to create a monthly “book club.” So I decided to level the playing field and start my own “book club” with some of the dads from the same social circle. Only this monthly man-gathering would not pretend to be as intellectually curious as our feminine counterparts. No, this “book club” would be nothing more cerebral than a bunch of neighborhood “dads” getting together to play a friendly game of Cards. And drink wine. Yes, wine.

In this week’s Vine Guy column, I tip my hand and share some of my favorite all-time poker night wines.

Dry Creek Vineyards Old Vine Zin Bottle Shot

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Wines For A South American Cuisine

Posted on January 11, 2013 by The Vine Guy

I recently met 0ne of my more interesting challenges when a neighborhood friend invited me over for a post-holiday holiday party. When a friend Antonio and his lovely wife are originally from Venezuela, so the scrumptious buffet included some delectable-but-difficult pairing challenges from the south – South America.

Click here to check out my south-of-the-equator pairings in this week’s Vine Guy column in the Washington Examiner Newspaper

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An Old Resolution for the New Year

Posted on January 7, 2013 by The Vine Guy

A new year is here again, providing yet another opportunity to pledge allegiance to improving our lives and resolving to vanquish bad habits. My resolution this year is the same as it is every year; I will continue to drink more of the good stuff.  After all, life is too short to drink bad wine.

Click here to check out some of the wines that will be on my resolution list for 2013 in this week’s Vine Guy column in the Washington, DC Examiner Newspaper

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All That Sparkles For New Year’s Eve

Posted on December 27, 2012 by The Vine Guy

Since just about every wine-growing region on the planet produces some version of sparkling wine, there must be something to it. Here are a few sparkling wines from around the world that you should definitely consider making a resolution to enjoy this New Year’s Eve and throughout the year to come.

Click here to review my recommendations for several value-oriented sparkling wines in this week’s Vine Guy column in the Washington, DC Examiner Newspaper

Click here to listen to this week’s recommendations on WTOP Radio’s Wine of the Week

 

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WTOP Radio Wine of the Week – Wines for the Holidays

Posted on December 23, 2012 by The Vine Guy

The holiday season is almost here and, hopefully, most of your shopping and schlepping is done. Now it’s time to concentrate on one last detail: the wine.

Click here to listen to this week’s Wine of the Week on WTOP Radio and find out what four wines should be on your holiday table

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All I Want For Christmas… A Fun Case Of Wine

Posted on December 23, 2012 by The Vine Guy

Twelve days of Christmas. Twelve bottles of wine in a case. Coincidence? Maybe. But if I could unwrap just one present on Christmas morning, it would be this case of international wines selected for their remarkable value.

Click here to see the entire list in this week’s Vine Guy column in the Washington, DC Examiner Newspaper

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Wines for the Holidays

Posted on December 16, 2012 by The Vine Guy

Whether you celebrate with carols, candles or caviar, a great bottle of wine shared with friends and loved ones can be a memorable experience. In addition, if you’re hosting a holiday party, or have been invited to one, you’ll want to provide a wine that will be delicious, impressive, easy to find and reasonably priced, particularly if you are picking up several bottles.

Click here to read a few suggestions that run the gamut from affordable to splurge-o-licious in this week’s Vine Guy column in the Washington Examiner Newspaper

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Smithsonian Museum Honors Five California Winemakers

Posted on December 7, 2012 by The Vine Guy

How do you know when you have “made it” in the wine world? Well, one indication would certainly be monetary success. But the ultimate compliment may just include being honored by the Smithsonian Institution with an exhibit featuring your wines.

Click here to read about the five prominent California winemakers who were recently honored in the Smithsonian’s Museum of American History’s new exhibit in this week’s Vine Guy column in the Washington, DC Examiner Newspaper

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