Monthly Archives: September 2012

The (supposed) benefits of wine on our health: The Wall Street Journal explores

Posted on September 28, 2012 by rudybelle

The Italians and French attribute drinking red wine to their robust good health.  Studies abound on the value of drinking a glass or two a day.  But does a moderate consumption of alcohol (and in my case, wine specifically) really … Continue reading →

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Wine Gal guest post: 4 Whites, 6 Reds

Posted on September 26, 2012 by rudybelle

Wine Gal guest-blogging this week, as Mrs. Cups was regrettably unable to attend our bi-annual, favorite liquid lunch at Smith & Wollensky’s National Wine Week, held at Boston’s Atlantic Wharf location, Sept. 17-21.  S&W holds this bacchanalia twice a year … Continue reading →

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Bring on the Burgundies – Jean-Marc Burgaud Morgon Cote du Py

Posted on September 23, 2012 by rudybelle

Mr. Cups and I caught up with Pinot Egregious and Zinfinite last night over “French dinner” – Julia Child’s beef bourgignon and chocolate mousse.  So it was only fitting that we enjoyed a couple of lovely Burgundies alongside. Here’s one … Continue reading →

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A beauty becomes a goddess when paired with food: 2010 Il Poggione Rosso Di Montalcino

Posted on September 18, 2012 by rudybelle

Every once in awhile, I’m truly struck by what a difference a food pairing makes to a particular wine.  This was especially true of a red I recently picked up at Costco: a 2010 Il Poggione Rosso di Montalcino.  The … Continue reading →

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