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Posted on: October 25th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
When a winemaker is good at creating big red wines, the technique seems to rub off on everything he touches. Maybe there is a little of bit of Midas to...
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Posted on: October 18th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Imagine washing down a big plate of lasagna with an Italian red wine that really stands up to all that cheese and sauce. You may just have dreamed up a...
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Posted on: October 8th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
One of the best things about touring and sampling at small wineries is the surprise you receive when tasting them again back at home, after a spell in the cellar. ...
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Posted on: October 5th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Some would say that if you’ve got 7 daughters, you deserve a glass of wine! But when it comes to blending a lot of grapes, 7 daughters takes on an...
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Posted on: October 1st, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
If you like a big glass of iced tea plus a squeezed-in lemon wedge with lunch, this Italian vino may suit your style. Pinot Grigio has been the Italian choice...
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Posted on: September 18th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Admittedly, most wine snobs don’t pick up random wine bottles that are scattered around in grocery store displays, of all places! Rather, they prefer to browse shelves loaded with thousands...
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Posted on: September 10th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
New Zealand’s Sauvignon Blancs continue to shine on. So much in fact, that for people who love their seafood appetizers, there is no better wine pair. Keep this in mind...
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Posted on: August 27th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Unless you’re geared up for a road trip to parts North or South, it is often a chore to get our own Arizona wines back down here in the valley. ...
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Posted on: August 21st, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Did you ever sample a wine that either has a familiar label or taste but you just can’t place it? Nearly everyone can relate to that one. Especially if someone...
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Posted on: August 15th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Looking for a theme for your next wine tasting party? Don’t overlook the Rhone Blends. Most wine experts agree some of the most intriguing wine tasting comparisons feature wines containing...
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