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The 50 Project: Wines #9, 10, 11 and 12

It’s time for an overview of wines number 9, 10, 11 and 12 from the 50 Project.  I’ll start with a couple of fine French reds. First up is a 2009 Laurence Feraud Plan Pegau (from KD, JD and TD). … Continue reading

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One more post leading in to the weekend…

True dat!

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Wine Gal guest post: Whites before Memorial Day

Words to the wise with this guest post from Wine Gal.  A good trick to know heading into warmer weather season.  Thanks, WG! If this warm weather has caught you off guard and you’ve failed to move your summery whites … Continue reading

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The 50 Project: Wines # 6, 7 and 8

Three more “50 Project” wines to report on in today’s blog. First was a 2010 Layer Cake Shiraz (from dear friends LR and JR).  The Layer Cake (a perfect wine name for a birthday, IMO) was a dark red in … Continue reading

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The 50 Project: Wines #3, 4 and 5

I’m turning my attention back to some catch-up blog posts focused on the wines from my “50 Project.” As you’ll recall, these wines were gifts from dear friends for my 50th birthday. I’ll attempt to honor them by sharing my … Continue reading

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90+ Cellars Riot: Sauvignon Blanc (Lot 2), Cabernet Sauvignon (Lot 53) and My New Fave, the Rose (Lot 33)

As you saw from a recent post, I’m foraying into the varied portfolio of 90+ Cellars wines.  I previously shared my comments about their delicious “French Fusion, Lot 65” white and “Cotes Du Rhone, Lot 30” red.  A quick reminder … Continue reading

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Words of wisdom from an international man of mystery

A little treat from a dear friend enjoying the overseas life.  How very true!

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Recap of Smith & Wollensky 2013 Spring Wine Week

In the “better late than never” category, readers, here’s a quick recap of our annual afternoon of debauchery — otherwise known as Smith & Wollensky’s National Wine Week, which took place March 11-15 at their Atlantic Wharf location in Boston. … Continue reading

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Viva La France – Two Winners from 90+ Cellars

Wine Gal recently called my attention to the 90+ Cellars label. 90+ Cellars describes its offerings as “wine with a pedigree of high ratings from the world’s most respected wineries that you can buy for a fraction of the original … Continue reading

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Great infographic on which wines to pair with foods

Ever find yourself in a wine store trying to figure out what to serve alongside that evening’s dinner?  Here’s a great infographic that Wine Gal shared that takes some of the mystery out of food and wine pairings.  As Wine … Continue reading

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