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Monthly Archives: March 2014

Brussels Airlines Dinner Service from Washington Dulles to Brussels

March 23, 2014 – 10:30 pm

The flight from Washington’s Dulles airport to Brussels was a late flight leaving at 22:35. Dinner was served around 23:30. That is quite late for Kathy and I to have dinner, but I wanted to sample the wine selection and food offerings. There were several wines offered. Since I decided to have scallops for the […]

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How Do You Like Your Pinot Noirs? Bold or Delicate

March 21, 2014 – 4:22 pm

Oregon is home to many producers of Pinot Noirs. One of the newest wineries is Elizabeth Chambers Cellar in the Willamette Valley.

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Brunello di Montalcino 2009 DOCG from Piccini

March 19, 2014 – 10:14 am

Last week we opened and enjoyed this wine produced by Piccini located in the Chianti region of Italy. The Brunello di Montalcino 2009 DOCG….

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Buy the Right Wine Every Time: The No-Fuss No-Vintage Wine Guide

March 18, 2014 – 11:12 am

Buy the Right Wine Every Time: The No-Fuss No-Vintage Wine Guide by Tom Stevenson is now available.

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Are there Qvevri Makers in the United States?

March 14, 2014 – 5:28 am

Qvevris are clay vessels used for fermenting and aging wine. Unlike amphorae, qvevris are not used to transport wine, rather qvevris are buried underground and can remain in use for centuries. Qvevri production is mostly taking place in the country Georgia, where there are a handful of artisans left to create these vessels. We met […]

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Book: Georgia, Sakartvelo: the Birthplace of Wine Arrives

March 13, 2014 – 5:38 am

We just received copies of our book Georgia, Sakartvelo: the Birthplace of Wine. Kathy and I began to research winemaking and qvevri making in Georgia last summer. In September we traveled to the country and experienced visiting over 30 wineries, monasteries and churches, harvested grapes, pressed grapes, cleaned and sanitized a qvevri, put our grapes […]

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Upcoming Winery Events

March 12, 2014 – 9:29 am

Wineries around the country are gearing up for spring with special events. With St. Patrick’s Day quickly approaching why not visit your favorite winery or do something adventurous such as discovering a winery you haven’t been to before.

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International Wine Tourism Conference (IWINETC) Offers Advertising Options

March 11, 2014 – 10:57 am

For the past 6 years the International Wine Tourism Conference has provided the opportunity for winemakers and travel agent providers to gather together for extensive presentations highlighting various regions of the world to visit for wine tourism. Until March 14, advertising opportunities are available.

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In Search of Gold in Georgia

March 10, 2014 – 8:56 am

Jason and his argonauts set out in search for the golden fleece which was believed to be in Colchis. Colchis is the area next to the Black Sea in the country Georgia. Modern day gold hunters can visit Tbilisi to search for the perfect golden gift. While in Geprgia in September 2013, I wanted to […]

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Two Special Beverages for St. Patrick’s Day!

March 8, 2014 – 12:18 pm

St. Patrick’s Day 2014 will be here before too long. For anyone celebrating St. Pat’s Day and looking for a special drink….

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