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Monthly Archives: November 2013

Sparkling Wines from Italy for the Holidays

November 13, 2013 – 8:43 am

Ferrari in the Trento region of Italy produces quality sparkling wines. The Ferrari sparkling wines are served at the President of Italy’s home….

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Does Georgia have 27 varieties of wine grapes or 540?

November 12, 2013 – 7:39 am

In a recent Facebook post in the Wine and Spirits Bloggers Group, I mentioned that the country Georgia has 540 grape varieties. That number was quickly challenged, citing Wine Grapes that puts the number at 27. Wine Grapes is a wonderful book by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and José Vouillamoz. Wine enthusiasts should consider this […]

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Are you a swirler?

November 11, 2013 – 9:12 am

In a recent article about Kathy and me in the Baltimore Sun, the writer, Janene Holzberg writes, “Terry Sullivan sometimes finds himself absentmindedly swirling a glass of juice or water as if it were a glass of fine wine when dining with friends or family members.” Reading this prompted Linda Mercer of Prosser, Washington to […]

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Goat Cheese Stuffed Beggar’s Purses Paired with Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc

November 9, 2013 – 9:40 am

Appetizers are great for entertaining friends and family at any time but especially for the holidays. Anyone who enjoys spending some time in the kitchen, crepes and goat cheese….

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Wine and Spirits Education Trust Celebrated in NYC with Jancis Robinson MW

November 7, 2013 – 8:57 am

Jancis Robinson MW, the renowned wine expert from England, was recently in New York City, for a special dinner for the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET.)

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Wednesday Holiday Gift Idea Give a Book: “A Wine Tourist’s Guide: Visiting Tasting Rooms”

November 6, 2013 – 7:02 am

The holidays are approaching. Yesterday while in Sears shopping for a rake to use on fallen leaves, I noticed the staff putting up the Christmas decorations. It seems earlier and earlier every year; however, it is November already. You might think that the ideal gift for anyone that likes wine is wine. But there are […]

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Celebrate Thanksgiving with Local Food and Wine

November 5, 2013 – 8:47 am

While planning your Thanksgiving dinner, will you be supporting the eat and drink local movement? Many people purchase local fresh turkeys, vegetables and fruits so why not consider local wines or hard ciders?

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Children’s Free Care Charity Benefit at Grand River Cellars

November 4, 2013 – 1:24 pm

On November 11, the 10th Annual Children’s Free Care Charity Benefit starts at 5pm at Grand River Cellars.

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Fall is in the Air Time to Start Cooking

November 2, 2013 – 9:12 am

I always enjoy cooking in the fall and using ingredients like butternut squash, cranberries, apples, and pumpkin. I’m always on the lookout for turkey recipes, too! Adding wine to recipes is also an option. The recipe below is for Butternut Squash Risotto

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