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Article: 12 Great Things About Corks

My post from Monday,

Article: Cork, It Ain't Nothing But a Heartbreaker

It’s been a bad week or so for c...

Also labeled: Wine Education, Wine Trends

Article: And Then There’s This Blog

There are many different types of wine blogs. Some people write very personal blogs. They share not just their experiences, but their emotions. Others weigh in on industry controversies,...

Also labeled: Blogging, White Wine

Article: Recap of Hospice du Rhone 2011 - Day Two

They Have a Dream - Pursuing Great Wine in Roussillon The second day of Hospice du Rhone started out with a spirited seminar introduction by moderator...

Also labeled: Famous Winemaker, Fortified Wine, Grenache, Paso Robles wineries, Red Wine, Rhone varietals, Syrah, Video, White Wine, Wine Personalities, Wine Tasting Events

Article: 5 Amusing Uses for Old Wine Corks

If you open as many wine bottles as I do, you may find yourself with two problems: sommelier elbow and a vast surplus of corks. You can make your elbow feel better by drinking some of the wine....

Also labeled: Art, Crafts

Article: Stainless Steel Wine Glasses for Gourmet Backpackers or the Totally Clumsy

Nothing says “back to nature” like sitting down next to a cool mountain stream under a cloudless blue sky and slaking your thirst with the clean, refreshing taste of Sauvignon Blanc....

Also labeled: Wine Gadgets

Article: Exclusive! One-on-One Interview with Hello Kitty regarding Hello Kitty Wine

NorCal Wine: Thank you very much for taking time out of your busy promotional schedule to speak with us. Hello Kitty: It is my great honor to do...

Also labeled: Interview, Red Wine, Sparkling Wine, White Wine, Wine Trends

Article: Blogger Corrupted by Free Winery Sample

I take pride in my integrity. I try hard to be objective. I like to think I'm above being swayed by free review samples of this or that. But all of that is in the past now. I've been bitten...

Also labeled: Napa Valley wineries

Article: Sure, Vinny... And you blend!

Also labeled: Cabernet Sauvignon, Wine Reference, Wine Education, Winemaking

Article: Terroir to Go

“Terroir” is a French word that refers to the unique character of a particular vineyard site. Many wine experts believe that microclimates, soil com...

Also labeled: Viticulture