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Winter
Wine Wonderland
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10 SPARKLING WINES
If
it doesn't come from Champagne, France, it's not Champagne. But
vintners around the world have mastered
the art of producing top-quality sparkling wines. Here are some of the best.
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10 American Sparkling Wines
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DECK
THE HALLS WITH BOTTLES OF PINOT
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10 Holiday Wines
The
holiday season is a time to toast family, friends, health and
prosperity. We've gathered vintages in all price ranges and
compiled a list of festive wines worthy of any holiday celebration.
Raise your glass and enjoy the season's cheer.
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ENJOY
A COLD ONE IN THE COLD
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10 Winter Beers
by Marnie Old
Beer
is associated more with cooling off than warming up. However,
not only are these winter beers fuller in body and maltier than
standard styles, they're also more alcoholic, giving imbibers
that warm, fuzzy feeling.
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RAISING
THE BAR
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10 Spirits
by
Chris Rubin
It's a rough job trying to pick the best spirits
in the world, but we're willing to do anything to help our readers. This holiday season, stock your bar and stuff stockings with these top-shelf bottles. |
GOING,
GOING...GONE!
Get the Most Out of a Wine Auction
by Greg Quiroga
A seasoned wine auctioneer provides
expert tips to guarantee that your
wine auction experience will exceed expectations, whether your
intention is bidding to win or simply tasting a few wines and
socializing with friends.
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SHOPPING
FOR WINE LOVERS
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10 Wine Gifts
What
do you buy for oenophiles who have everything? Well, if they
don't own the World Wine Challenge game or the Wine Ratchet Magnum,
they don't have everything! Here are great gifts that can
be sipped, savored, played and even make wine last longer. |
WINEMAKER
DINNERS & TASTINGS
There's always more to learn about wine. From Seattle to
South Beach, New York to New Orleans, there are winemaker
dinners and wine tastings happening
across the country. Take part in a simple wine class, a
wine and cheese pairing or even a fancy prix-fixe meal.
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EVENTS AT A GLANCE
Spend some time with other wine, beer and spirit lovers at one
of the many food
and wine festivals happening this winter.
Of particular note are Boston's 19th annual Wine Festival and the
Esprit du Vin Wine Celebration in Paso Robles, California—both in January—as well as the South Beach Wine & Food Festival in February. |
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