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The joy of sparkling wines

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:47 PM

US Top wines : Sparkling wine is called sparkling because of those sweet, delightful little effervescence bubbles which are created by trapping carbon dioxide. Sparkling wine is usually the preferred one for special occasions and celebrations. This is probably attributed to the fact that those tiny little bubbles appear to be having their own fun dancing merrily

Kings of Central Coast!

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 04:05 PM

Pleasant Hill Wine Merchants : Friday July 30th from 58pm $10 tasting fee (Only $5 for wine clubbers) Featuring: Roar Pinot Noir's! Brewer Clifton Chardonnay/Pinot Noirs! The Luli Pinot Noir is Back! Joel Gott Zinfandel! Maldonado Chardonnay! And More! ? Plus OTHER great VALUE buys…..

Balls to the Walls

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 04:02 PM

The Wine Whore : Do you remember that feeling when you were a kid? You know, the one where the excitement battling anticipation like a Chuck Norris smackdown felt like it would never end. For me, this wrestling match took place every Christmas eve. It was as painful as a roundhouse to the jewels just waiting for each minute to pass. I was tortured by the though

Free Coffee at At65 Cafe

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:46 PM

The Pour : Giorgio Milos, the 2008 barista champion of Italy, is giving away coffee every Friday from noon to 2 p.m. until early October.

The New York Cork Club's July 2010 Selections

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:45 PM

New York Cork Report : By Lenn Thompson, Executive Editor This month's New York Cork Club selections are Sheldrake Point Vineyards 2008 Gewurztraminer and Herman J. Wiemer 2008 Dry Riesling, who great summer sippers that will pair with the hot temperatures we've been 'enjoying' of...

Which Came First: Plavac or Zinfandel?

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:35 PM

another wine blog : For at least two decards, it was thought that Plavac Mali was the ancestor, or Croatian counterpart of Zinfandel. Coincidentally, it is thought that Zinfandel arrived in California around 1852. And when, between 1890 and 1900 most of northern California's vineyards were destroyed by phylloxera, Zinfandel was among the survivors.

Red Wine and Resveratrol

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 01:31 PM

About.com Wine : Many of the much touted health benefits of red wine rest firmly on the antioxidant compound, resveratrol, found in the skins and seeds of grapes. Since red wines typically enjoy extended contact time with the grape's skins during fermentation they will naturally have higher levels of resveratrol....Read Full Post

'My only regret in life is that I did not drink more Champagne.'

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:37 AM

Drinks Are On Me : My only regret in life is that I did not drink more Champagne. John Meynard Keynes

Seattle Part III: Quinn's Pub

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:21 AM

Bite and Booze : Quinn's Pub in Capitol Hill, SeattleEric and I departed the Pyramid Alehouse a few hours before the start of the Yankees v. Mariners game on our intoxicating FridayFunday around Seattle. A crowd had already gathered in the Pyramid beer garden and all around the stadium. I enjoyed seeing the atmosphere and fanfare around the ballpark, but Boo and

An Amazonian Fish on Display in Chelsea Market

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:30 AM

The Pour : The paiche fish will be on display at Lobster Place until 2 p.m. on Thursday.

Off the Menu: Three New Restaurants for Battery Park City

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:18 AM

The Pour : Union Square Hospitality Group is set to open three new restaurants in Battery Park City next year.

Back from NY and glad to be in Cali

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:50 AM

Steve Heimoff Wine Blog : Im sorry Ive been so unavailable here the last few days. Our meetings at Wine Enthusiast in New York were relentless, lasting from early morning until after dinner, and I frankly just didnt have the time or energy to get online.Of course there were upsides. It was great to see my colleagues, and I got

A Glass Of Champagne A Day For A Year: Day 23

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:49 AM

Drinks Are On Me : If it grows together, it goes together.Is there a better combination with French food than French wine? An American steak with a California Cabernet? This is the stuff dreams are made of!Most of us also know pairing an Italian Chianti with a pizza is a classic combination as well. But when we crack open sparkling wine to pair with pizza, eyes seem

A Wine for Tonight: 2008 Magnificent Wine Company House Wine White

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:00 AM

Wine Peeps : Would you like a quick suggestion for a good wine to drink tonight (or this weekend) that wont break your budget and is widely available? Many of our readers have said this is something they would like, so here is this weeks selection, the 2008 Magnificent Wine Company House Wine White from the Columbia Valley A Wine for Tonight: 2008 Magnificent W

Holy spritz! Water delivers flavors

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:42 AM

Dr Vino's wine blog : In a NYT story entitled, 'To Enhance Flavor, Just Add Water,' Harold McGee explains–perhaps counterintuitively–that adding water to (alcoholic) beverages amplifies their flavors and aromas. To the tape: How can water reduce one sensation and amplify another? Both alcohol and aroma molecules are volatile, meaning they evaporate from food

Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta Recipe

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:34 AM

Dean and DeLuca RSS : Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta Recipe. Panna cotta is one of the easiest desserts to make,and its creamy, cool texture makes it perfect for summertime.

Seven Link Challenge ~ #7links ~ Fashionably Late

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:30 AM

Wine Blog : My husband/partner Jose is constantly feeding me information. A constant source of inspiration, he sent this link to me: Take the 7 Link Challenge Today #7links from ProBlogger. At the time, I was deep in my Petite Sirah Symposium Land organizing, and shelved it for another day… Like today, when I could pay better attention.

Guest Blog: Time for a Few Good Texas Wineries to Stand Tall, Chicago CallsIm Messin With Texas!

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:17 AM

VintageTexas : Guest Blog: Time for a Few Good Texas Wineries to Stand Tall, Chicago Calls…Im Messin With Texas!VintageTexas Guest Blog: By Steve McDonaghAuthor Info: Steve McDonagh is onehalf of the Hearty Boys, and when you dine at Hearty,be sure to drink one of his cocktails! Set in a storefront in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, 'Hearty' boasts a

Pairing Wine with the Cast of MTV's Jersey Shore

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:05 AM

The Jacksonville Wine Guide : Just in case you have been under a rock, here's a quick summary of what the MTV show Jersey Shore is all about Jersey Shore is a reality television series on MTV that follows eight housemates in Real Worldtype style while they live, work and party at the New Jersey Shore. The show was filmed in August 2009 in Seaside Heights. The show debute

Ode to Joy, Ode to Lulu: a Ros That Lives Up to the Hype

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 06:30 AM

Good Wine Under $20 : Sometimes, I can be very ornery. When there's lots of hype, I think, 'Nothing is THAT good.' Memorable occasions when I've been proven wrong were Chariots of Fire (still one of the best movies ever made) and Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (goes without saying). There's a ros that's been getting a fair bit of hype lately, and when I saw a

Context Is Everything: Araujo Estate vs. The Score

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 04:00 AM

1 Wine Dude : Bart Araujo is an intense man. Its obvious when you meet him, if youre paying enough attention. And youd have plenty of opportunity to pay attention during a visit to his Araujo estate, which for me began not in the vineyard, but in the winerys offices. We were standing in front of empty bottles of

Jerusalem Wine Festival 2010

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:20 AM

HaKerem: The Israeli Wine Blog : My favorite Jerusalem wine event is here! Jerusalem Wine Festival. At the just reopened Israel Museum, this year's Jerusalem Wine Festival is bound to be a success. Here are the details: Tuesday through Thursday, 35 August at the Israel Museum Admission is 60NIS and includes a free tasting glass and unlimited tastings. Check out my

A Chardonnay that Shines on the Upper Barn of Alexander Mountain

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 01:01 AM

Enobytes Wine Blog : Helen Turley first discovered the Upper Barn block (an oldclone chardonnay plot) on the Alexander Mountain Estate over a decade ago. Today, this location has been the source for some of Californias best Chardonnays. Perched at at elevation of 1,800 feet, the Stonestreet Chardonnay is a shining example of the fruit harvested from this plot.

Major mea culpa

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:11 PM

Steve Heimoff Wine Blog : Wednesday night, 9:10 p.m. Pacific time, right off the plane from NY – I have been virtually out of touch the last 3 days due to our meetings at Wine Enthusiast planning 2011. I feel hugely guilty at not approving comments. I just did. I apologize for not being able to do this sooner. I

Jaboulet Muscat de BeaumesdeVenise 2007

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:00 PM

TasteWine : Paul Jaboulet Aine, Muscat de BeaumesdeVenise, Le Chant des Griolles 2007 The nose features the expected orange blossom of Muscat with the region's typical spiritous character in the subtly in the background. In the mouth you'll find oranges and cinnamon, sprinkled with flowers and warmed with brandy.This particular Muscat de BeaumesdeVenise is qui

California Syrah

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:33 PM

TasteWine : JC Cellars, Santa Barbara County, Fess Parkers Vineyard, Syrah 2007 Give this wine a bit of air, 10 minutes or so to blow off a bit of reductive character. Then the black fruit will emerge, wrapped in a jacket of leather. In the mouth there are notes of tar and smoke, a meatiness, structured yet

Unti Grenache 2007

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:51 PM

TasteWine : Unti, Dry Creek Valley, Grenache 2007 There's a lovely, candylike fruitiness to this Grenache. It's also not a flabby one, but rather a red wine with structure, reminiscent of its Old World roots yet kissed by New World sunshine.The 2007 is reinforced by 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvedre, all of which is grown

Jul 29, Favorite Sierra Foothill Hotels

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:51 PM

Cheers2Wine Blog : If you are planning a trip to the Gold Country, take a look at favorite Sierra Foothill Hotels. Enjoy a relaxing vacation and unique accommodations.

Jul 29, The Sierra Foothills

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:48 PM

Cheers2Wine Blog : Discover the Sierra Foothillson a wine tour. Find friendly wineries, world class wines, great restaurants, and unique accommodations, and exciting caves to explore in California's Sierra Foothills.

Goldeneye Vin Gris 2009

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:06 PM

TasteWine : Goldeneye, Anderson Valley, Vin Gris of Pinot Noir 2009 The nose features fresh strawberries. On the palate there is a creamy mouthfeel, a silky texture, with a thickness not often found in rose – very nice.The wine is made by the saignee method, bleeding off a bit of color during 22 hours of skin contact

(via missdismissed)Ive never seen The Beatles drink...

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:41 PM

Drinks Are On Me : (via missdismissed)Ive never seen The Beatles drink Champagne before. Have you?

Confidently Crowing at Rooster Hill

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:53 PM

New York Cork Report : By Evan Dawson, Finger Lakes and Managing Editor Photo: Owner Amy Hoffman, left, works the tasting room on a busy summer day There are not many 90point gewurztraminers that have come out of the Finger Lakes, and there has never...

A Glass Of Champagne A Day For A Year: Day 22

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 02:53 PM

Drinks Are On Me : It saddens me to announce South African wine producer Graham Beck died July 27 at age 80.According to Mail & Guardian Online:Becks involvement with South African wine began with his purchase of the Madeba farm in Robertson, a property he developed into a worldclass producer of mthode cap classique.The winery wil continue to operate, as per Becks wi

The First Letter Grade Is Assigned in Long Island City

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 02:34 PM

The Pour : Glenn Collins visits Spark's Deli to pay witness to city health officials assigning their first letter grade.

Not All That Sparkles is Gold: A Disappointing Twist to the Gruet Story

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 02:20 PM

Vinotology : The title of this post is taken from a comment that my friend Luke left me on Facebook yesterday in reference to the Gruet/Cap*Rock debacle. The comment does a good job of giving voice to the disappointment that many are feeling with the outcome of the Gruet purchase of the Lubbock winery. In conversations with Texas wine lovers over the last coupl

Pairing Okra With Corn Pancakes

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 02:01 PM

The Pour : A cuminspiced stew of okra along with corn pancakes takes advantage of what's in the market now.

Food Photography: Four Manual Settings You Need to Know for Shooting Food

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:39 PM

The Pour : Andrew Scrivani discusses the ideal camera settings for shooting food.

Free Market Advocates Stand Up for Free Trade in Wine

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:37 PM

Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog : The current state of H.R. 5034, a bill introduced into Congress on behalf of wholesalers that would give the middlemen the power to initiate and see passed state laws that protect their statemandated control of the market in beer, wine...

Wine of the Week: Ancient Peaks Merlot 2007 (CA) $15

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:34 PM

About.com Wine : Looking for an extremely versatile red wine?? One that can take you from summer's best grilled fare?through winter's?hearty stews?in one easy label?? Then, check out Ancient Peak's 2007 Merlot (to buy direct) a delicious bargain in the under $20 price category.?...Read Full Post

Why is City Winery Serving California Wines at their '100Mile' Farm to Table Dinner?

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:56 AM

New York Cork Report : By Lenn Thompson, Executive Editor Yesterday, I received a press release about an upcoming 'Farm to Table' dinner at City Winery, one of a handful of New York Citybased urban wineries. It goes without saying that I'm an advocate of...

Recent Direct Shipping News

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:32 AM

REthink Wine Blog : A few recent developments on the direct shipping front of which you should be aware:Texas: The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has refused a rehearing en banc of last Januarys Siesta Village Market decision by a panel of 5th Circuit judges. The panel had ruledto uphold the Texas law prohibiting outofstate retailers from shippingconsumer

A glass a daykeeps sobriety away

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:49 AM

Dr Vino's wine blog : Have you ever thought, 'Gee, I'd love to drink this whole bottle of wine–but not right out of the bottle since that's not classy–and I don't want to get up from the couch to do so.' Then the inventors of the supersized wine glass had you in mind! It fits an entire bottle in the

Video: CapRock News Conference. Gruet Backs Out; New Auction in Progress

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:14 AM

VintageTexas : Video: CapRock Winery News Conference.Gruet Backs Out; New Auction in ProcessSpecial High Plains Wine Correspondent, Ben Simons from Vinotology.com attended the news conference held at CapRock Winery yesterday. He posted the following video of the event that included an explanation by attorney Max Tarbox that Laurent Gruet, coowner of Gruet Winery

A Glass Of Champagne A Day For A Year: Day 21

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:13 AM

Drinks Are On Me : Sometimes not even good Champagne can save a bad situation.This past Friday night I drank more of the lovely Ruinart Ros Champagne at my favorite restaurant & ate a fabulous dinner. Unfortunately, my companion whos lovely on the outside but not so much on the inside turned out to be the worst date Ive ever had. I wont stoop to revealing all the d

Riesling Rendezvous: Ageability of Riesling

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:00 AM

Wine Peeps : During the recent Riesling Rendezvous, one of my favorite sessions was the Ageability of Riesling workshop, which made a strong case for the age worthiness of Riesling. In fact, Riesling is probably the most age worthy of all white wine varieties.This workshop, moderated by Stuart Pigott, featured two wines from nine different producers, one from R

What We Drank (July, 28 2010)

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:55 AM

New York Cork Report : This is what our editors and contributors have been drinking. Only one local this time, but that's part of the fun of WWD the diversity: Lenn Thompson: The Alchemist Pub and Brewery 'Holy Cow' IPA I spent this past...

Buying and Storing Olive Oil

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:40 AM

Dean and DeLuca RSS : The world's top olive oils.

2010 Petite Sirah Symposium is a Continuing Success

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:30 AM

Wine Blog : The Petite Sirah Symposium began in 2002, and was sponsored by Foppiano Vineyards. Louis Foppiano had had a meeting of Petite Sirah growers and producers prior to 2002, and he asked me to create a current PS Symposium. It proved to be very successful, and those annual meetings continued at Foppiano until 2007. At that

Cool Spiral Wine Cellars

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:19 AM

The Jacksonville Wine Guide : I've been doing a little research into cool wine cellars, when I stumbled across this website. UK based company Spiral Cellar', build some extremely cool spiral wine cellars for those wishing not to sacrifice luxury when considering saving space. In a trap door like setting, the Spiral Wine Cellars are built to house over 1,000 bottles a

Wine Fact of the Day Clos

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:44 AM

The Jacksonville Wine Guide : French term for a vineyard in Burgundy/Rhone. The term can only be used on a label if the vineyard produces and bottles the wine. Translated literally it means a walled or enclosed vineyard.