Monthly Archives: September 2009
Wine of the Week: Buehler Zinfandel
Zinfandel is a varietal that is horribly overlooked. Many people bypass the Zinfandel aisle for the more common red varietals (i.e. – Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, etc). However, as I covered in the Cab rules supreme article from last … Continue reading
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Death by Chocolate and Raspberries
Ingredients 1 – Store bought pizza dough 6 oz – German Baker’s Chocolate 45-50% cocoa (finely chopped) 4 oz – Semi-Sweet Baker’s Chocolate 50-65% cocoa (finely chopped) 2 tbs – Sugar 3 tbs – Brown Sugar 2 tbs – Butter … Continue reading
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Athletes & Wine: Zaza Pachulia
As a former athlete and a wine lover, it always interests me to see athletes getting involved in the world of wine. There are countless examples, from Drew Bledsoe starting his own winery (Doubleback in Washington), to David Beckham’s love … Continue reading
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There’s nothing like an older bottle of wine
1991, Simi Reserve, Alexander Valley, California The Simi Reserve was still alive and well, although it is in that last quarter of its life. This was somewhat of a surprise based on what I had read prior to opening it … Continue reading
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Fun Fact: Fumé Blanc
When you walk down the aisles of your local wine or liquor store, you may find yourself in the Sauvignon Blanc or California Whites section and find yourself looking at a bottle of Fumé Blanc. This may provoke the question, … Continue reading
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Wine of the Week: Gemtree "Uncut" Shiraz
2007, Gemtree Uncut, Shiraz, McLaren Vale, Australia – $20-25 Gemtree is a very young, hip, organic boutique winery from one of Australia’s most renowned Shiraz regions. It was launched in 1998 and has since been led by winemaker Mike Brown, … Continue reading
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