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Hi Ladies: So recently, I had been asked via your emails, to write a blog about wine for the complete novice. Okay, so here goes. First things first, sipping wine is an experience to be enjoyed and savored. So sit back, get a glass of red wine, get comfy in front of your laptop or desktop,…
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If you are
storing your wine at room temperature (and you don't happen to
live in a wine cave in the hillsides of Burgundy), then chances are
the bottle needs to be chilled before serving. Most reds are best
enjoyed at temperatures ranging from 55°F to 65°F, but the average
room… Read More »
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I love strawberries and red wine on a hot summer evening. Or any time, for that matter. What about you? What kinds of fruit do you like with your cocktail? Do share! Read More »
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Biomarker study is the latest focus of the pharmaceutical and biotech worlds. So much might be learned by looking at how drugs and natural products/ingredients affect the body. Per Wiki, a biomarker is explained as: “in medicine, a biomarker can be a substance that…
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What I Tested: Metrokane V-1
Decanter ($56.03 availble at
Amazon) My friends and I never seem to need a decanter, because
the wines we drink are usually not pricey enough to merit
decanting. And… Read More »
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A guide to the big
six―the most common grape varieties found in the United
States―and foods to pair them with.
Reds
Pinot Noir A delicate, light-bodied wine that has a silky texture without the “chewiness” that comes from…
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You know the drill. A diet
rich in fruits, veggies and whole grains is vital for good health.
Blah...blah...blah. But did you know that drinking wine regularly
is healthy? Hold the wine train, you mean drinking is
good...for...me? Cheers! A growing number of studies show that this
fermented grape… Read More »
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February 14 is fast approaching. Unlike my ill-fated Vegas trip where Rex and I brought the kids, stayed two in cramped condo with a family of five and hit 8 hours of traffic on the way home, this time I'm going to an actual casino on Valentines Day. There will be gambling, drinking and a…
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Okay, we all all know about
pairing wines with different foods to help the flavor
come... Read More »
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