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10 Special Wines To Gift A Wine Connoisseur

This article first appeared in Santé Magazine on December 2023 The holiday season is officially in full gear.  If you are looking for a last-minute idea, a special bottle of wine makes a fantastic gift.  If you have a boss, a sibling, a spouse, a business partner, or a client who is an avid wine lover, this list is all you need.  These 10 wines represent thought, sophistication, and…

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Exoloring Chilean Carménère

Carménère is a fascinating grape variety with Bordeaux origins that is now thriving in Chile.  This varietal disappeared from Bordeaux during the phylloxera crisis in the mid-1800s.  Luckily Chilean grape growers brought Carménère to Chile in the 1850’s.  Carménère and Merlot were planted side by side, in what everyone throughout Chile assumed was Merlot.  Unbeknownst for 150 years, Carménère was…

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8 Zinfandel Wines For Your Thanksgiving Table

Thanksgiving is a holiday where we gather to spend time with friends and family.  It is a time to share in the joy of each other company with great food and wine.  Zinfandel is the quintessential choice for a Thanksgiving feast.  With notes of stone fruits, wild berries, sweet spice, and smoky undertones,  Zinfandel has been a staple on all Thanksgiving tables.  You can expect wines that are…

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Food Friendly Wines To Pair With Your Thanksgiving Feast

This article first appeared in Santé Magazine on November 2023 Thanksgiving is here and you have spent countless hours contemplating your festive dinner menu. With the focus on the meal, we tend to overlook the most important part till the last minute – the wine.  It is important to keep in mind that Thanksgiving is not just about the meal but the wines play an equally important role.…

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Wine & Spirits for Fall Sipping

Fall marks a season for scenic colorful autumn hikes, fall sweaters, crisp air and pumpkin spice.  A new season calls for new wines.  With the harvest season upon us, it doesn’t always mean heavy reds.  There is a spectrum of red, whites, roses and even cocktails that scream the fall season is finally here.  You will find that these wines capture the spirit of autumn in your glass. A Mini…

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Celebrate International Sherry Week

It is International Sherry Week and I have the most classic pairings for you. Seafood + Sherry.  Not everyone knows that there is a style of Sherry to match every type of food, and when it comes to what to serve with tinned seafood (known as ‘conservas’ in Spain), the Spanish believe tinned seafood and Sherry go hand in hand. Of course, there’s a lot to learn about tinned seafood + pairings, but…

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#Gonzalez Bypass Sherry #International Sherry Week

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Tenuta di Capezzana - Fine Wines From Carmignano

This article first appeared in Santé Magazine in October 2023 Tenuta di Capezzana is a historic estate in Carmignano that boasts a long and noble history in winemaking and olive oil production that goes as far back as 1200 years, the site is also noted for Italy’s first planting of Cabernet Sauvignon.  Capezzana is a family-owned boutique winery with elegant and exceptional wines. Carmignano is a…

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Moscato D'Asti - Italy's Most Popular Sparkler

Moscato D’Asti Nivole Vineyards – Photo Courtesy Michele Chiarlo Winery This article first appeared in Santé Magazine in August 2023 Moscato d’Asti is one of Italy’s most recognizable wines. It is a delicate, effervescent, and aromatic wine made from Moscato Bianco, which has been grown for centuries in northern Piedmont in the province of Asti. Moscato d’Asti’s popularity is attributed to its…

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Rosé All Day - Experience the Essence of Summer With These Top Rosé Wines

**This article first appeared in Santé Magazine on June 2023** Summer is knocking on our door and that means it is the season to drink pink. On a warm summer day, a chilled glass of rosé is often the drink of choice for even the most discerning wine drinker. Perfect for those blue skies and dreamy summer sunsets. Nothing is more appealing, elegant and sexy than sipping Rosé All Day. From Provence…

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Uruguay Wines - The Best-Kept Secret Of The South

**This article first appeared in Santé Magazine in May 2023** Uruguay may be small in size but it really packs a punch when it comes to quality wines. Oftentimes overshadowed by its neighbors Argentina, Brazil and Chile, Uruguay’s wines should not be overlooked.  If you love discovering new wines and new regions, Uruguay is an exciting region that needs to be on your radar.  It combines a unique…

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#Uruguay Tannat #Uruguay Wines

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Col d’Orcia - Experience The Top Brunellos of This Iconic Producer

**This article first appeared in Santé Magazine May 2023** Col d’Orcia – Defining Italy’s Most Prestigious Wine Region Col d’Orcia is one of the original estates of Montalcino and now the largest certified organic estate in Tuscany. The estate has a long and rich history that dates back to the 1700s.  Located on the outskirts of the medieval village of Montalcino, Col d’Orcia’s name translates to…

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#Brunello Di Montalcino #Col d&039;Orcia #Count Francesco Marone Cinzano

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Discover Maremma - Wines From Tuscany's Most Dynamic Appellation

**This article first appeared in Santé Magazine May 2023** Who has not fallen in love with Tuscany? Its history, food, wine, rolling hills and picturesque villages make it a destination for every wine lover.  Discover Maremma, an upcoming region within Tuscany that is garnering huge accolades and respect.  Maremma is an exciting region that is vast, wild and untouched. Discover Maremma – Unique…

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#Maremma #Maremma Toscana #Maremma Wines

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Delas Frères - An Iconic Producer With A Magical New Hermitage

The epicenter of Syrah is undeniably Hermitage in Northern Rhone.  The area produces Syrahs unlike any other.  Whether I am drinking French Syrahs, California Syrahs, or others from around the world, I have a tendency to benchmark it to Northern Rhone. Delas Frères is one of those benchmark producers. Between Lyon and Valence in South Central France, there is a collection of vineyards along the…

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12 Red Wines To Keep You Warm And Cozy

Most of the country experienced unusually cold weather this past week and snow is in the forecast ahead.  Red wine is synonymous with cold weather.  There is something so warm and cozy about drinking a glass of red wine by the fire. Add in a scintillating book or a great Netflix movie and you will never leave the house. I naturally gravitate towards red wines when the temperature drops.  Due to…

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#Winter Red Wines #Winter Wines

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6 REASONS TO DRINK ALENTEJO WINES NOW

I am excited to talk about Portuguese wines, specifically the wines from Alentejo.  Portugal is high on everyone’s list to visit and it is a hot travel destination with incredible cuisine and world-class wines.  Alentejo is a region where centuries-old traditions are merged with state-of-the-art technology to produce fantastic wines. When in Alentejo it may seem like you are in the middle of…

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#Alentejo #ALENTEJO WINES #Tahla Wines #WINES OF ALENTEJO SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM

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Marques de Casa Concha - Exploring the Microclimates of Chile’s Central Valley

Marques de Casa Concha – Exploring the Microclimates of Chile’s Central Valley

Chile’s Central Valley is the country’s ancestral home for winemaking, with sun-drenched valleys, cooling breezes from the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, and well-drained, infertile soils. Here, there is a kaleidoscope of microclimates for a winemaker to work with and winemaker Marcelo Papa has made it his life’s work to discover and match the right grape with its ideal terroir, creating…

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#Chile Central Valley #Marques de Casa Concha

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Kick Off The New Year In Abruzzo With Masciarelli Wines

Kick Off The New Year In Abruzzo With Masciarelli Wines

Founded by Abruzzo native Gianni Masciarelli in 1981, the wines of Masciarelli have become the standard for the Abruzzo region in Italy and an inspiration to all emerging Italian wine regions. Producing some of the greatest value wines in the world, Masciarelli offers approachable wines that over-deliver with rich and ripe fruit. Since Gianni’s passing in 2008, his wife (Marina Cvetic) and…

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#Abruzzo Wines #Gianni Masciarelli #Masciarelli Wines #Miriam Masciarelli #Montepulciano D&039;Abruzzo