Articles filed under Beverages
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Natural wines aren’t just a category. They’re a philosophyJan 27, 2025 12:55 pm - Natural wines are produced with minimal human intervention. The grapes are generally grown organically, and the winemaking process eschews additives, commercial yeasts and excessive sulfites.
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As NA wine improves, should its terminology get more sophisticated?Jan 20, 2025 11:55 am - Thanks to scientific advancements in manufacturing and the exploding scene for alcohol-free adult beverages, the NA wine market is now abundant with options that rival traditional wine in elegance and complexity.
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If Dry January is too daunting, try drinking less but betterJan 13, 2025 2:07 pm - Dry January isn’t for everyone. Fortunately, another movement is rumbling throughout the wine world: Drink less, but better.
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After 16 years of writing about wine, columnist says farewellJan 06, 2025 11:22 am - Columnist Dave McIntyre reflects on how wine and our perspective of it have changed in the 16 years he’s been writing for the The Washington Post.
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It’s not easy being green: Talking about Cab Franc, Part 2Jan 01, 2025 5:58 am - When you talk to a winegrower about their Cabernet Franc, make sure you don’t describe it as green. You can use words like herbal or peppery, but say “green” and a winegrower hears “underripe.”
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The 12 best bargain wines of 2024 under $20Dec 31, 2024 5:27 am - It’s reassuring that even with the global inflation of the post-pandemic years, there are still exciting values to be found under $20. The Paul D. Grüner Veltliner 2023, at $14 for 1-Liter, tops the list.
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Cheers! 5 things to know about champagneDec 23, 2024 4:40 pm - The vast majority of champagne sold in the United States this year will be purchased in December, and much of it will be consumed in the year’s waning hours on New Year’s Eve.
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At $20 or less, these two cabernets could be your new fall favoritesDec 17, 2024 11:00 am - The colder weather of fall calls for hearty foods and wines to match. This week we feature two affordably priced cabernets from California and Washington.
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Lift your spirits with a figgy fortified wine punch for the holidaysDec 10, 2024 6:01 am - This pitcher drink is a richer, spiced version of the Adonis, a classic cocktail made of a split base of sherry and vermouth — with a few adornments for holiday festivities.
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Tips for easy, elegant wine and cheese pairingsDec 04, 2024 5:20 am - The first rule of wine-and-cheese is to pair your cheese with the right wine. Not as easy as it sounds? Mary Ross offers some guidelines.