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Posted on: November 8th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
One type of Prosecco sparkling wine that is often overlooked actually comes in the pink. Made with grapes that can taste as well as the better known non-bubbly Rosé wines,...
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Posted on: October 18th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
As the super-hot days of summer fade into fall, outside dining’s lovely alternatives present themselves once again. But don’t put away the summer wines just yet. Many of their wonderful...
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Posted on: October 10th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
During Dan Cohn’s “formative years” in California’s wine country, he probably never gave a second thought to his childhood house becoming his place of business, but that’s just how it...
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Posted on: September 27th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
Most of the time, we take white wine blends as a taste of passing fancy. But sometimes things get a little more serious, especially with the creative and unrestricted styles...
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Posted on: September 7th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
The rich golden hue of Astoria’s 2014 ”Alisia” Pinot Grigio comes as somewhat of a surprise for this nice Italian value, but there are no complaints from this end of...
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Posted on: August 26th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
It is always interesting to see how Italian wines change from vintage to vintage, especially with the white wines. Their subtle nuances may seem to come and go, but it’s...
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Posted on: August 17th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
Back when Monti’s was still in business (before Nov. 2015) in Tempe, they had an extensive choice of sides that fortunately included spaghetti with red sauce. But they never really...
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Posted on: August 5th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
It seems that more Italian Proseccos (the Other Bubbles) are entering the market every year, with the increased competition prompting producers to come up with a few new twists. That’s...
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Posted on: July 27th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
When the French produce a white wine using grape varietals we aren’t familiar with, the taste experience can be quite a surprise. Not that this is a bad thing; it’s...
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Posted on: July 19th, 2016
by Tom Peiffer
As Greg La Follette moves on to the 2014 vintage, the trend in his Chardonnay’s combination of elegance and careful balance continues. Although the “North Coast” Chardonnay has a few...
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