IN THIS ISSUE Can’t we all just be friends?The International issue, featuring wines from France, Italy, Australia and New Zealand As the U.S. war in the Middle East winds down, pre-war tensions between certain European nations and the United States seem to be calming down. Frankly, we all have our own opinions and points of…
IN THIS ISSUE Reveling in Red:A Focus on the Red Wines of Northern California As our economy continues to mope along and many experience the need to manage expenses a bit more than a couple years ago, I wondered if there was a golden lining for wine lovers. After all, many articles have been written…
IN THIS ISSUE Around the WorldWines from Italy, France, Australia and the U.S.A. This month we’ve brought together wines from around the world for you to find and enjoy. But I’ve started with Australia for three reasons: First, in honor of my Son’s godparents, who hail from Brisbane. G’day Bobby and Kellie! Second, a bottle…
IN THIS ISSUE St. Valentine’s Day Wines!Special Bottles for Lovers (and REALLY good friends…) This month we’ve brought together Valentine’s favorites for you to enjoy with close friends. Our reader question this month inspired us to find out what folks are really drinking together for Valentine’s Day. Are the assumptions about Champagne as the aphrodisiac…
IN THIS ISSUE Ah, France: The country that protected and nurtured wine-making through the Dark Ages still has something to make us grateful… this month, 20 great wines under $30 from the Rhône, Loire, Languedoc and Champagne regions. France is the birthplace for many of the world’s best known red and white wines, though different…
IN THIS ISSUE BBQ. For most, the phrase conjures up images of warm summer nights, dinner with pals and a bottle (or two) of great vino. Of course, we’ve also been known to huddle over the grill in the mid-January rain for that perfect burger. But since summer’s almost here, we’re picking them now, so…
IN THIS ISSUE “Only drink white wine with fish!?” Uh, no. We don’t think so. In our opinion these kinds of “rules” can do more harm than good, especially when it comes to expanding your tasting experience and drinking more great wines. That’s why we’re backing up our opinion in this issue, giving you a…
IN THIS ISSUE Wineries that Get It We all have them: a winery or two (or three) to which we are devoted. It seems like everything they turn out is delicious, and their pricing structure just enhances our goodwill. Great wines flowing from Ch. d’Yquem or Ch. Lafite Rothschild decade after decade may not be…
IN THIS ISSUE BBQ Bargains: Top Wines Under $15 for Summer Barbecue… Summer BBQ Special: Better than Great Wines… Great Wines at a Great Price!With barbecue-perfect wines, as with so many things in life, the choices are as myriad as the intensely personal ways we enjoy them. In fact, choosing great wine for the barbecue…
IN THIS ISSUE Spring Food Pairings with Top-Rated Wines Under $30! As spring heralds longer, lighter days, enjoy lighter, livelier wines to go with them. Spring is on the horizon. And as it heralds nature’s annual burst of glory, it also heralds a shift in the foods we eat, and the wines we drink. Moving…