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SUMMER
SIPPING
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HERE'S
TO DAD
Top
10 Father's Day Wines
This
Father's Day, trash the necktie and give Dad something he
really wants. Whether he's a Merlot Man or more of a Port
Papa, our list has something to please every kind of wine
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THE
CORK JESTER
Why
am I Drinking Pinot Grigio, or is it Pinot Gris?
by
Jennifer Rosen
Wine writer Jennifer Rosen, also known
as The Cork Jester, explores why Pinot Grigio is becoming
one of the most popular white wines in the country. Have
we all been hypnotized by the hype?
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WARM
WEATHER WINES
Top
10 Summer Wines
While some think of beer when the temperature
starts to rise, others crave the refreshment of a
chilled glass of wine. If you're among the latter,
be sure to check out our recommendations for warm
weather wines. |
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SIZE
MATTERS
A
Guide to Bottle Sizes
Tired of mixing up your Jeroboam and your
Rehoboam? Never make the same mistake again with our
helpful guide to understanding bottle sizes.
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FIRE
UP THE GRILL
Top
10 Barbecue Wines
The 4th of July marks the unofficial start of
the grilling
season, and nothing goes better with a juicy steak
than a glass of wine. So before you light up
the coals, check out our list to see what wines
pair well with barbecued summer fare. |
ON
THE ROCKS
How to Make the Perfect Margarita
by Jeff Hoyt
Dale
DeGroff, former Rainbow Room bartender and "The
King of Cocktails," weighs in on the Cointreau
debate as he shares his recipe for the perfect
margarita. If you're in the mood for something new,
try an Agave
Nectar Margarita. |
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SPIRITED
EDUCATION
Rum 101
by
Patricia Mack
Rum
is having a renaissance, elevating what was once considered
a low-brow liquor to sophisticated spirit status. Here's
everything you need to know about the tropical island treat.
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FASHION
ISLAND DRINKS
Tommy Bahama Rums
by
Jeff Hoyt
Tommy Bahama brings
tropical island flair to the spirit world with their new rum duo, aptly dubbed "White
Sand" and "Golden Sun."
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PIRATE'S
DELIGHT
Appleton Estate Reserve Jamaica Rum
by
August West
You don't have to
be Jack Sparrow to appreciate this complex blend of twenty aged, hand-selected
rums from the oldest sugar estate and distillery in Jamaica.
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A
NEW "GIN-ERATION"
G'Vine
Gin
by
Jeff Hoyt
Vodka drinkers may switch their allegiance when they taste this smooth, light
gin made from grapes instead of grain. The floral aspects add a new twist to
drinks like the Cosmo and the Martini.
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 New
Releases:
Add some flair to your bar with trendy tequilas, in-vogue
vodkas, classy cognacs and lush liqueurs. |
TINY
BUBBLES
Gekkeikan Zipang Sparkling Sake
You may have sampled
sake hot or savored it cold, but now there's a new way to enjoy sushi's favorite
partner: sparkling. Gekkeikan has introduced the bubbly beverage just in time
for summer.
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Sake:
Do you know your Sake stuff? Brush up on varieties,
find the best Sake in your area and learn about food
pairings for this versatile beverage. |
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DISH
WITH THE DIVA
Secrets
from The Wine Diva
Christine Ansbacher's witty guide to wine helps beginners learn
what to look for when buying a bottle, how to order in a restaurant,
and includes a few quirky tips that even wine fanatics might
be surprised by. |
| Wine
Games: Indulge your playful spirit
with these fun game ideas. |
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STYLISH
AND STEMLESS
Riedel
Sommeliers Stemless Tasting Glass
This
handcrafted glass makes swirling a breeze, allows wine
to breathe, and helps ensure that every sip will be superb,
while the thumb and finger indentations prevent wine from
being warmed by your hand.
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BREATHE
EASY
Vinturi
Essential Wine Aerator
Impatient
oenophiles will love this handheld aerator that
does all the work of a decanter—without
all the waiting. We put this new gadget to the
test.
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WINE
& WELLNESS IN NAPA VALLEY
"Detoxicate"
at Calistoga Ranch
Healthy living and hedonistic indulgence don't typically go hand in hand. Unless,
that is, you're taking advantage of Calistoga Ranch's Detoxicate package,
which combines spa treatments and nutrition with winery visits
and chocolate.
Napa/Sonoma /
Santa Barbara / Central
Coast
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ALL
EVENTS AT A GLANCE
Spend some time with other wine, beer and spirit lovers at
one of the many wine
and food events happening this summer,
like the 26th
Annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival in Maui.
Mingle with vintners from around the world, rub shoulders
with famous chefs and enjoy the bounty of their creative
offerings. |
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WINEMAKER
DINNERS & TASTINGS
From Napa to New York, participate in educational winemaker
dinners and wine tastings happening
across the country. Check out wine pairings, vertical tastings
and other fun events for oenophiles.
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