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But First We Shall Eat Cake
As a wine writer I am used to receiving media samples of wine, it happens on just about a daily basis. But recently I had an entirely new experience. I received a cake. That’s right, a cake. It came...
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Ron Rubin Wines: Striking a Balance of Passion and Precision
Forty years of pursuing a dream would deter most people, but not Ron Rubin. His dream of owning a winery began in college at UC-Davis when he was 22 years old. Although it took him to the age of 62 to...
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Eating My Way Through London’s Soho
Soho is one of London’s most vibrant neighborhoods. An area of only one square mile, Soho is an eclectic multi-cultural neighborhood that today is home to fashion houses, chic bars, restaurants, film...
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An Exploration of Pennsylvania #Wine
As readers of this blog you know by now wine is produced in all fifty of our wonderful states. I have been blessed to have tried wine from about 18 of the states, which means I have many more to go....
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Snooth Article: There’s Another Side to Sangiovese Wines
In February I had the honor of attending Vini ad Arte 2017 to preview the new Romagna Sangiovese vintages, a region often overlooked by the looming shadow of Tuscany. However, for food friendly wines...
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Rueda y Ribera: A Photo Essay
I am spending this week in the wine regions of Rueda and Ribera Del Duero on behalf of Snooth. I thought as part of my journey I would take some time to share some pictures with you. Come with me to...
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Rueda & Ribera: The Adventure Continues
I am still in the wonderful wine regions of Rueda and Ribera on behalf of Snooth. Actually, as I am typing this we have left Rueda and traveled to Ribera del Duero. It has been an incredible journey. I...
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Have #Wine, Will Travel
As wine lovers we all love to travel, right? How do you travel with wine? Do you wrap your bottles in your suitcase and white knuckle your flight, praying your suitcase does not drip down the baggage...
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#Food & #Wine Pairing: A Cross-Cultural Pairing
As much as I enjoy pairing wine with cuisine from the same region (what grows together, goes together), I also have fun exploring wine and food pairings from around the world. Stretching beyond the...
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Do Empanadas Bordeaux?
Rhett and Link, of Good Mythical Morning, entertain us by asking crazy questions. For example, they dive into the world of smores, choosing various food items such as pizza, liver, and sardines to...
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Exploring Côtes du Rhône with 2 Budget Friendly Wines
There are so many reason to love the Rhône Valley. Not only is it one of France’s premiere wine regions, it is also rich in European history. In fact, history and wine are so intertwined in the Rhône...
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Welcome Spring with These 3 Budget Friendly Wines
Spring is a time of re-birth. Trees, flowers, grass, all come alive again after a long, cold winter. A time of new beginnings and embracing what is light, fresh, and vibrant. After a delicious winter...
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How Lodi Rules Supports Sustainability and Stewardship
As we look to Earth Day we are reminded once again that humans were given dominion over the earth. Many embrace the definition of dominion as authority or control. A Biblical understanding of the word...
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Dave Phinney: Breaking Rules One Location at a Time
Wines that offer true expressions of terroir must follow certain rules. Wine can be fun but it must adhere to certain guidelines for labeling purposes. Wine is art and poetry but winemaking must follow...
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Domaine Drouhin: Where Burgundy and Willamette Valley Meet
Burgundy represents the gold standard of Pinot Noir. Some argue this point, but ultimately the wine world accepts the bar for Pinot Noir is set in Burgundy. Outside of Burgundy, high quality Pinot...
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Wine on the Go-Go
Spring is here and summer is near. It is time to grab your friends and family and get outside! Wine lovers do not fear, there are a few great options to bring your wine along with you to enjoy some...
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Snooth Article: Vintage Update Bordeaux 2015
Bordeaux has not had a stellar vintage since 2010. That’s a long drought for one of the world’s finest wine regions. In the coming months the 2015 vintage will be hitting the shelves. What do you need...
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Celebrate Spring with Virginia Rosé
Spring is in full swing, summer is near, thank goodness rosé wine is already here! Please forgive my corny rhyme. I am just overcome with excitement over rosé! I have been a longtime supporter of rosé,...
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Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Trivento Malbec
Is Cinco de Mayo a big celebration where you live? In Texas Cinco de Mayo is a Big Deal! However, most often Texas associate Cinco de Mayo with margaritas and cervezas. Don’t despair! I have three...
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#Food & #Wine Pairing: Italy Meets Thailand
Have you ever had a weekday overfull with work and errands? Of course you have. Those are the days it is tempting to grab dinner through a window and head home to the family. However, even those crazy...
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