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5 Ways to Pair Wine With Mushrooms
Many of us think of September primarily as “Back to School Month.” But it’s also National Mushroom Month and California Wine Month. And having the kids/grandkids back in school gives us the time to...
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The Chardonnay Style for Turkey Day
There are several varieties of wine that are immediately identifiable when you swirl, sniff and taste them. Chardonnay is not among them. More than any other “major” variety, Chardonnay assumes the...
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A Chardonnay-Friendly Soup to Kick Off the Big Meal
Looking to lend a special touch to your Thanksgiving meal this week? Consider kicking off the big feast with this hearty soup, which matches beautifully with rich, buttery Chardonnay — the same wine...
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Biltmore: A Unique Wine Field Trip for the Holidays
No trip to North Carolina is complete without a visit to the Biltmore Estate in Ashville — especially during the holiday season, when the mansion is bedecked with sparkling lights, and the estate’s...
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Seeing Red: A Varietal Struggle in Ribera del Duero
A great deal of red tape must be cut through to make possible the making of white wines in the Ribera del Duero growing region of Spain. But, according to this report from Decanter, that process has...
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A Dish That Pairs With White Wine and Red Wine
“Red Wine With Fish” was a best-selling book that helped erase the myth that one should serve only a white wine when the main course was a fish dish. The pairing spotlighted in the book was salmon and...
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MacRostie Estate House: Setting a New Standard
Over the past three decades, MacRostie Winery and Vineyards has established itself as one of the Sonoma Coast of California’s defining wineries, and a leader in a bright, balanced and age-worthy style...
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Too Much ‘Icing’: No ‘Clunky’ Chardonnays Allowed
I was talking with one of California’s top winemakers the other day. I’m not going to tell you who it was because he would not want to offend any of his fellow vintners with his observation that I’m...
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The Sights, Sounds and Flavors of Yolo County
Known for its incredibly rich soil, warm days and mild Delta breezes, California’s Yolo County yields unforgettable wines of great character and diversity. There, you’ll find outstanding renditions of...
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Huntington Wine Cellars: It’s All About the Grapes
Some wineries use only estate-grown grapes when making their wines. Others source grapes from many different areas. Huntington Wine Cellars, based in Healdsburg, California, produces wines made from...
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Eat Your Veggies! And Don’t Forget the Wine!
Fresh vegetables are among the best gifts of spring and summer, but those gifts can wreak havoc when it comes to wine pairing. Here are a few ideas to help you navigate those challenges. (And, yes, we...
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Coffee, Chocolate, Golf… and (Of Course) Wine
A few notes that are at least semi-related to our favorite subject (wine) as we near the end of June… Coffee king Starbucks, which has been experimenting with wine, beer and upscale snacks during...
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Sonoma-Cutrer: Superstar of California Chardonnay
The first time I visited the Sonoma-Cutrer winery back in the late 1980s, the main impression I came away with had to do with the lawn. It was a gorgeous lawn. A green lawn. A manicured lawn. A big...
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Pretzel Logic: An Unexpected Wine Pairing Partner
Preztels with wine? We enjoy occasional visits to Auntie Anne’s or Wetzel’s Pretzels when visiting a mall or killing time in an airport, but never had we thought about eating this warm, chewy treat...
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A Chardonnay-Friendly Creamy Pasta Recipe
If yesterday’s Chardonnay sampler got you salivating for a dish to pair with America’s most popular white wine… here it is! In addition to Chardonnay, this dish also makes a sublime companion to Pinot...
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A Wine-Friendly Dish for Your First Half-Time Party
The kids are back in school in many parts of the country, which means that summer is winding down. Fortunately, the end of summer equates with the beginning of something else: football season! The dish...
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Every Vintage Tells a Story
Remember Rod Stewart’s song, “Every Picture Tells a Story,” from his 1971 album of the same name? The song tells the tale of Stewart’s adventures with various women around the world, with stops in...
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Koehler Winery: A Place to Get Away From It All
Aaron Spelling was one of the most prolific producers of programs in television history. His long resumé of programs in which he had a hand includes “The Mod Squad,” “The Rookies,” “Charlie’s Angels,”...
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A Wine Pairing ‘Cheat Sheet’ for Pork
The recognized world record for consumption of bacon is 182 strips, eaten in five minutes by Matt Stonie. It’s doubtful Mr. Stonie had time to drink any wine while he was setting that record. But had...
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Chicken Thighs With an Infusion of Chardonnay — Yum!
Thirsty for Chardonnay? Want to drink it with a dish that’s easy to prepare? The recipe that follows infuses a hint of Chardonnay flavor — like you’ll find in the wines being offered in today’s sale on...
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