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Merry Christmas
May all that brings you happiness and gives you joy be yours this holiday season. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.Filed under: Wine news Tagged: Merry Christmas, wine, wine tasting,...
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Saperavi Vertical Tasting
Standing Stone Vineyards in Lodi, NY will be holding their annual Saperavi Vertical Tasting the weekend of October 29-30, 2016. This event is a rare opportunity to experience the evolution of a...
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“Down Under” Saperavi Tasting
When I was contacted by South Australian wine journalist Dan Traucki informing me that he was putting together a Saperavi tasting with wines from around the world I was intrigued. He had already...
View ArticleShocking
You may have heard the term “Bottle Shock” and didn’t know what it is or what causes it. Bottle shock refers to a condition when wine exhibits symptoms from getting too much air mixed into it in a...
View Article2015 J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon
Occasionally someone will ask me for my thoughts on a wine pairing for a dinner party or a casual evening of grilling in the backyard with friends. I would always make the same mistake of only...
View ArticleCourtyard Winery 2015 Chambourcin
As we approached Northeast, Pa. during our recent visit to the Lake Erie Wine Region we were greeted by the obligatory downpour. Luckily, it was brief and by the time we pulled into the parking...
View ArticleTips For Buying a Wine Cooler/Fridge
Wine coolers aren’t just for professionals anymore, even the causal wine lover can enjoy the benefits of owning a wine fridge/cooler. Beside the obvious function of keeping your wine chilled they also...
View ArticleSign of the Times
In organic viticulture the use of chemicals is strictly controlled by law to the point where almost all the chemicals available to conventional growers are prohibited. Organic growers concentrate...
View ArticleNew Saperavi Vineyards Take Root
Saperavi is dramatically expanding its footprint in North America as more vintners add vines to their vineyards and long-term plans. Growers are taking advantage of the increase in Saperavi vines on...
View ArticleGervasi Vineyard = Tuscany in Ohio
Recently my wife and I had the pleasure of enjoying an overnight visit to Gervasi Vineyard in Canton, Ohio. If you are looking to escape to a little piece of Italy for a day or two this is an excellent...
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