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Sangria
It's delicious, refreshing and practically synonymous with summer
June 2008
Sangria originated in Spain many centuries ago and different versions of the popular drink have been served all over parts of Europe. It was not until 1964, at the World's Fair in New York, that sangria was officially introduced to the United States.
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A Toast to Your Health
May 2008
Yes, wine can actually be healthy for you. Our ancestors knew of its health benefits, when drunk in moderation. In fact, up until the 18th century, wine played a central role in medicine. Because of its alcohol and acid content, wine inhibits the growth of all micro-organisms that are the cause of disease in man. In the modern world, wine is accepted as a healthful drink.
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Wine and Cheese
April 2008
The topic of pairing wine with food, including cheese, has always been confusing. There are varying opinions when you try to find the perfect answer. In fact, there is no perfect answer. Food/wine pairings are guidelines that have worked for most people most of the time. Subtle variations in the ingredients of a dish, and the specifics of how a dish is prepared all affect which wines would best be paired with it.
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Put a Spring in Your Step With These Seasonal Wines
February 2008
Is there anything more enjoyable than those first pleasant spring days after enduring the frigid temperatures of winter? If you plan to spend the first days of Spring picnicking in a park, barbecuing in your backyard, or simply spending time in your home enjoying a cool Spring breeze, it may just be the time to pick up a fine bottle of wine to celebrate the season.
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Winter Wine
January 2008
The idea of "winter wines" is not so much about specific vintages being appropriate in one season and unacceptable in another. It is about which characteristics of certain wines that match well with the season, and the foods we associate with the season. In colder times, most of us seek heartier foods like stews, heavy soups and pastas to stoke our body temperatures and placate our winter woes.
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Mulled Wine
November 2007
With winter weather coming and the holidays just around the corner, nothing could be cozier than a toasty mug of mulled wine. Mulled wine, the vine's version of a classic hot toddy, is a traditional holiday treat in many Old World countries.
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Dessert Wines
October 2007
This time of year, stick to something that's smooth and supple.
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Autumn Wines
August 2007
This time of year, stick to something that's smooth and supple.
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Wine For Summer Fare
June 2007
We all know the feeling, come the dog days of summer, when you need something cool and light to quench your thirst. So what vino should you serve when the mercury is up?
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Some Get Better With Age
April 2007
Only a small percentage of wines get distinctly better with age, but those that do are worth the wait. Drinking an age-worthy wine at its peak of perfection is an event not to be missed for any serious wine drinker.
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