Mary Ross
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Torrontes fits better with flip-flops than suits and tiesMay 27, 2008 11:00 pm - If you enjoy a delicate, dry-ish white wine cocktail or if your menu choices lighten as the weather warms up, then stop by your wine and liquor store or boutique shop an...
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Don't let yourself fall into a Pinot Grigio rutMay 13, 2008 11:00 pm - Don't wait for Memorial Day to enjoy Italian whites Pinot Grigio may be an introduction to Italian whites for many wine drinkers, but it shouldn't be the whole conversat...
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More wines join the environment-friendly ranksApr 29, 2008 11:00 pm - You don't have to be green to enjoy earth-friendly wines. The wine industry is a leader in environmental protection. After all, if your livelihood depends on a piece of ...
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Add wine to your pan before pouring it in your glassApr 15, 2008 11:00 pm - Last week, I had one of those "Oops, I forgot to eat today," days. Instead of ordering expensive take-out, I defrosted some coq au vin, steamed some rice and enjoyed a d...
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Spanish Albarino well-suited for spring seasonApr 08, 2008 11:00 pm - The forsythia stems we harvest from our yard every January burst into yellow flowers in our house about two weeks later, bringing springtime with them regardless of the ...
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Tours help travelers savor California wine countryApr 01, 2008 11:00 pm - California wine country holds wonders for travelers of all walks The givens of wine country travel are great wine and food. Depending on your budget and preferred footwe...
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Inexpensive wines can maintain their charmMar 25, 2008 11:00 pm - Not long ago we completed a tasting in which every one of our favorites rated Good/Very Good or better and cost $11 or less. Ka-ching! To start at the beginning: We gues...
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Wine can be the perfect finishing touch to your Easter mealMar 18, 2008 11:00 pm - Easter is one of the easiest holidays for wine pairings because there's something on the menu for everyone. If you're a fan of spring lamb, choose a rich red, with firm ...
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For new wine outlets, there's no place like homeMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - One of the great joys of visiting Italy is spending time in its regional enotecas, which are kind of living museums of the local wines. You can stay for hours, chatting ...
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Bordeaux re-asserts its primacy with 2005 lineMar 04, 2008 10:00 pm - Long before Napa, the Land of Oz and other New World regions, Bordeaux was the wine world's Big News. Located in southwest France, Bordeaux first made headlines in 379 A...