Drinks
Posted on: January 27th, 2013
by Tom Peiffer
Tucked away on a northern stretch of Germany’s Mosel River is a wine region known as “Berelch Burg Cochem”. They are mainly known for super steep vineyards and an increasing...
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Posted on: January 20th, 2013
by Tom Peiffer
For those looking forward to sampling more fine 2009 Napa Cabernet Sauvignons, the premium releases are well underway. And one of the patiently awaited ones comes out of the Sequoia...
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Posted on: January 14th, 2013
by Tom Peiffer
Of all the Rhone varietals, Cinsault is one of the rarer ones here in the US. It often disappears in Rhone Blends never to be tasted as an individual wine...
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Posted on: January 4th, 2013
by Tom Peiffer
If you are planning a trip to Germany’s Rhine Valley or Eastern France, be sure to spend a little “wine time” in Alsace. This international destination is one of those...
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Posted on: December 28th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
A continuing appeal to many wine drinkers are wines from an appellation in Southern France’s Rhone Valley known as Vacqueyras. Here, winemakers are required by “standards” to use blends that...
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Posted on: December 21st, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley are several other smaller valleys that provide a seemingly endless variety of vineyard views. One of these lesser traveled ones is Spring Valley....
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Posted on: December 19th, 2012
by Amy Martin
El Chorro recently announced their seasonal, winter cocktail menu perfect for a before-dinner cocktail hour or holiday sips with friends. The special cocktails will be available through February 28, giving...
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Posted on: December 17th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
For you wine lovers who really like their seafood, there is sure to be a brightly acidic wine on your favorites list. If you’re one of “them”, here is one...
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Posted on: December 10th, 2012
by Amy Martin
The New Year is right around the corner and with that comes resolutions and promises for healthier bodies and immune systems. But, why not start early? You don’t have to...
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Posted on: December 4th, 2012
by Tom Peiffer
It’s all about peach, melon, honey, and floral traces in its bouquet. And this wonderful assortment of tastes all combine to make Pine Ridge’s Chenin Blanc ~ Viognier the perfect...
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