Accepting Amarone
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Is There Such a Thing as a “Wine Genius”?
September 21, 2010 – 9:40 pm | 2 Comments

What exactly is a “Genius Wine Master”? And is it possible–or even desirable–to become one?

Step Away from the Margarita: Great Wines to Pair With Mexican Food
September 15, 2010 – 11:10 pm | No Comment
Step Away from the Margarita: Great Wines to Pair With Mexican Food

Forget the margarita and abandon the Dos Equis–here are some great wines to pair with everything from ceviche to carne asada.

Wine on Ice: Making a Wine Slushie
September 13, 2010 – 5:43 am | No Comment
Wine on Ice: Making a Wine Slushie

It’s considered uncool to stick an ice cube in your glass of wine. But what about making a wine slushie? That’s another matter altogether.

If You Like Giorgio, You’ll Love Riesling
September 7, 2010 – 7:18 am | 2 Comments
If You Like Giorgio, You’ll Love Riesling

Brand-spanking new to wine and not sure what you like? Here’s my handy guide to pointing you in the right direction, based on beverages you already know and love (and with a nod to those great Designer Imposter ads of the 1980s.)