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Avocado Season is Here; Enjoy this Recipe Created with White Wine

June 24, 2015 – 8:17 am

Avocado season is here! According to the California Avocado Commission, avocados are a nutrient dense food, contain good fats, are naturally sodium and cholesterol free. In addition….

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June Wine Events

June 23, 2015 – 6:47 am

Summer is a wonderful time to visit wineries, particular those with views of vineyards. Some wineries have relaxing outdoor venues with special activities like bocce ball. While wineries are great places to visit keep in mind that while some wineries are family friendly; some wineries cater only to adults. Check the list below for some […]

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Wines of Uruguay and Bodegas Carrau

June 22, 2015 – 10:32 am

The Uruguay wineries who are members of the Wines of Uruguay are looking forward to getting more of their wines exported to other countries including the United States.
The family of Bodegas Carrau began making wine in 1752 in Catalonia in Spain.

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Fresh Fruit Salsa for Grilled Meats

June 20, 2015 – 9:31 am

This recipe is from the BC Winegrowers Association. If you are planning to grill for Father’s Day tomorrow, you can make it extra special by making this salsa below.

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Father’s Day Ideas for 2015!

June 17, 2015 – 9:58 am

With Father’s Day almost here, have you decided what to do for your father this year? With no scientific data behind this but from opinions I’ve heard, please don’t plan on giving your dad a tie.

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A Visit to Requena to Taste Cava

June 13, 2015 – 2:39 am

A quick trip to historic Requena which is located in the province of Valencia, Spain happened last weekend. We had the opportunity to visit three wineries in the area that produce cava.

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A Second Week in Penedès Region Tasting Cavas

June 5, 2015 – 6:13 am

We spent a Second Week in Penedès region of Catalonia visiting cava producers, tasting cavas for the 50 Great Cavas book, and of course writing. The weather continues to be beautiful. We continue tasting cavas that we find are terrific sparkling wines. Most of these are made with the indigenous grapes Macabeo, Parellada and Xerl.lo. […]

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A Week in the Penedès Tasting Cavas!

June 1, 2015 – 2:05 pm

We’ve been in Catalonia for a week now. Everyday has been a fine, sunny day (#fsd). As we co-author a book on the 50 Great Cavas, we are continuing to visit cava producers in the Penedès region.

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Quote from a Winery

May 28, 2015 – 12:05 am

One of the best quotes I have heard recently….

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Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

May 23, 2015 – 12:25 pm

Below are cocktail recipes that use DeLeón tequila. If you are celebrating the start of summer, you may want to consider making one of these cocktails to enjoy.

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