Best of the Best:

Two Domestics, Two International Choices

Best of the Best

Orin Swift The Prisoner Napa Valley, 2006: This is a lovely blend of Zin, Cabernet Sauvignon, Charbono, Grenache, Petite Sirah and Syrah.  Not a big wine; well...

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Wine Education:

Wines of Portugal: Not Just Port and Madeira Anymore

Wine Education

While Portugal has hung its hat on the signature fortified wines, Port and Madeira, the country has awoken the rest of the wine world to its tremendous potential...

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Dinner Tonight:

Dinner from the Far Northern Climes

Dinner Tonight

This is about as easy a Dinner Tonight as you can prepare.  Pick up some Alaskan King Crab legs from any of the markets in town.  Even Costco offers these far northern delights from time to time at a great price. 
Some consumers, such as my wife, prefer the legs without the “knuckles,” that ball of [...]

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Blog:

Comm’on………..Take A Chance On Me

Blog

Most of us tend to enjoy a given wine through its aromas and tastes (although it pains me to admit that there are a few that simply go for the price and hell with...

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Wine & Your Health:

Moderate Alcohol Consumption May Increase the Risk of Recurrent Breast Cancer

Wine & Your Health

While the potential benefits of alcoholic spirits consumed in responsible moderation has been well publicized, so too has been the possible link between alcohol...

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Wine & Food Pairing:

Pork: The Other White Meat

Wine & Food Pairing

Pork is one of those dates with food that you can dress up or down and take to nearly any dance.  It’s hard not to make her look good.  Depending upon its preparation...

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Collectors Corner:

Two Penfolds Gems Down Under

Collectors Corner

Most wine enthusiasts and collectors know well of the infamous Penfolds Australian Shiraz, with the Grange occupying the top slot.  Year after year, these wines offer collectibles to be enjoyed, sometimes for decades.  For example, the 1998 vintage of Grange, released at around $200, now goes for $350 and up.  It should be noted that [...]

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Test the Wine Wizard:

Take the wine challenge test your knowledge

Test the Wine WizardThe Wizard offers questions on wine serving, wine components and wine tasting. The answers are provided at the end of the segment. read more

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