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Posted on: July 21st, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Moving right along with all the “leaping” happening in the world of wine, we’ve had Stag’s Leap, then Frog’s Leap, later appears Javelina Leap and now along comes Flying Leap. ...
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Posted on: June 26th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
It’s nearly impossible to come close to logging all the Italian restaurants that have reliably delicious Chiantis on their wine lists. Consider one of these, the ever-popular Nipozzano. Fortunately for...
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Posted on: June 16th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
In Spain, Tapas are not only at the top of the menus, they also feature seafood, veggies and spices in an endless combination of flavors. And this is a situation...
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Posted on: April 30th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
When it comes to “defining the market” for wines made from the Barbera grape, Italy rules. But there are exceptions and among the best of these come from California’s central...
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Posted on: April 9th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Among the best lighter meals for low-key gatherings is slow simmered chicken. Not too stuffy and certainly not overly priced, these are quick to setup and serve. However, the wine...
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Posted on: March 26th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Arizona’s white wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, have been on an impressive ascent for over 7 years now. This is great news for those of us who would like to “buy...
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Posted on: March 16th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
It seems that the more you learn about wine, the tougher it is to shop for it, especially at Trader Joe’s. They carry so many wines that most of us...
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Posted on: February 22nd, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Few wine experts ever suggest looking to a “wild hog” for an inspiring vino alternative, but it does happen, especially for people with penchant for the now defunct French varietal...
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Posted on: February 2nd, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
The 2013 vintage was a repeat performance for 2012 for California winemakers, sunny days with good fruit and lots of it. Very little rain is a cause for concern, but...
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Posted on: January 20th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Of all the wines that are favorites to stage for side-by-side tastings, Albariño whites don’t normally top the list. But when Arizona’s Wilhelm Family Vineyards started offering their own version of Albariño...
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