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Posted on: March 8th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
When it comes to cultivating grapes at high altitudes, few appellations come closer to the top than Argentina’s Cafayate Valley. Perched just under 6,000 feet, this is “up there”, even...
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Posted on: February 29th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
With spring in the wind ever so soon, thoughts of wet and wild adventures return. Now with warmer days and a brighter sun, it is a good idea to consider...
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Posted on: February 23rd, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Sure, there are always double magnums out there, but often they’re going to cost you. They contain 3 liters of wine (exactly 4 standard bottles). Not only are they big,...
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Posted on: February 13th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
One often overlooked wine to open up for just about any party is simply called “Gamay”. The Gamay grape originated in a part of France’s Burgundy region now known as...
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Posted on: February 6th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
When it comes to “golden wines”, very few fill the bill like a Viognier. These beauties often look and taste like honey, melon and pineapple, making them truly golden. But...
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Posted on: January 31st, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Napa Valley vintners continue to compete on a worldwide scale buoyed in no small part from the contributions of numerous dedicated wineries. As a result of steady production and a...
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Posted on: January 23rd, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Knowing a local restaurant that has a well-balanced wine list can present an excellent exploring opportunity. If you make yourself familiar with a restaurant’s wine list by taking a few...
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Posted on: January 16th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Leaving a lot of great wine (and wine trivia) in their wake, we feel fortunate to have been there for a quick virtual visit to Paso Robles via their Wine...
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Posted on: January 9th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
A not so closely guarded wine blending secret of California vintners is just where all their fruit comes from. Simply because the bottle says “Napa Valley Red Wine” doesn’t always...
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Posted on: January 5th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
While often regarded as entry-level wines, you have to hand it to Australia’s Yellow Tail brand to come up with clever packaging ideas. One of these is their re-sealable approach...
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