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A Simple, Sparkling Brunch for Mother's Day

Though you may be planning to take your mom out to dinner on May 13 for Mother’s Day, why not start her day out right with homemade brunch and a bottle of sparkling wine? An elegant, but easy-to-prepare morning meal is an extra way to show your appreciation, and children of almost any age can pitch in.

Try this recipe for croque monsieur, a dressed-up ham-and-cheese sandwich that's a staple of Parisian café menus. Brioche, good-quality ham and aged Gruyère cheese add style, and a…

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Added by WineGlobe.com on April 25, 2012 at 3:54pm — No Comments

Woodford Reserve Bourbon Releases 2012 Kentucky Derby Bottle

Woodford Reserve, the Official Bourbon of the Kentucky Derby® is honoring the country's favorite horse race with the release of the 2012 Kentucky Derby commemorative bottle. The limited-edition bottle features the artwork of one of America's most recognized and beloved illustrators,…

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Added by Jeni on April 3, 2012 at 2:52pm — No Comments

Triana Tempranillo - silky-smooth Spanish red

Triana Tempranillo



Despite its low cost, Triana Tempranillo drinks like a wine three times its price. This silky-smooth Spanish red has aromas and flavors of ripe berries, fresh summer plums and hints of vanilla. It finishes with a burst of fruit and very…

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Added by Jeni on March 9, 2012 at 3:17pm — No Comments

Roussillon-Villages 2008 #90 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2009

Chapoutier Bila-Haut Cotes du  Roussillon-Villages 2008 #90 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2009



Build your cellar or give a high quality gift; taste and purchase these TOP 100 wines from Wine Spectator before they are gone. Quantities are limited.





Chapoutier Bila-Haut Cotes du Roussillon-Villages…

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Added by WineGlobe.com on March 9, 2012 at 3:00pm — No Comments

2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon - Signorello Vineyards

Napa Valley is revered worldwide as the ultimate area in which to produce Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2004 vintage has produced some of the most amazing examples on record. Signorello Vineyards, where winemaker Ray Signorello, Jr. makes wines of quality and distinction. 



Look – Deep garnet with a darker heart and solid color-concentration right…

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Added by Ranabhat Vijay on February 28, 2012 at 3:36pm — No Comments

Caring for your wine glasses

This quote accurately sums up the importance of a quality wine glass when enjoying wine: “If you want to enjoy wine, you can do so out of a clean water glass. If you want to appreciate wine, then you want to use a glass with a stem long enough to fit three adult fingers, and a bowl that comes in on itself”

Caring for your wine glasses forms an integral part of appreciating wine and this starts with the way your glasses are stored. Most of us make the mistake of storing our…

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Added by Ranabhat Vijay on February 28, 2012 at 3:34pm — No Comments

Want to have an instant hit on your hands for your Halloween party?

Whether you're throwing a Halloween party, attending one, or simply want something festive to drink while the trick or treaters come to your door, WineGlobe has you covered! In addition, we have several Halloween Gift Baskets for all of you gift givers out there.

Want to have an instant hit on your hands for your Halloween party? Check out these wines… Continue

Added by WineGlobe.com on October 12, 2011 at 4:09pm — No Comments

Single Malt Scotch seminar and tasting

The seminar and tasting of Single Malt Scotch organized by Wineglobe.com at India Community Center, Milpitas in California. on Oct.6th 2011,was a huge success.

David- Master of scotch and brand ambassador for Glenmorangie and Ardbeg distillaries in scotland presented 10 single malts for tasting

Added by Tony Rekhi on October 8, 2011 at 12:40pm — No Comments

Taste the diversity of Rioja



 Bodegas Beronia is a relative newcomer to the Rioja scene. The winery was founded in the 1970’s

by a group of businessmen who thought the idea of their own wine rather attractive. They chose a perfect site on the slopes of the…

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Added by Ranabhat Vijay on July 15, 2011 at 10:13am — No Comments

4th of July Wine - What's the Ideal Wine to Celebrate Independence Day?

While beer is often the refreshing beverage of choice on the 4th of July, wine is increasingly more popular as a relaxing summertime refreshment. With wine's increase in popularity comes the challenge of finding a wine to serve that not only beats the heat, but pairs well with typical picnic fare.

 

"For most folks, the 4th of July signifies celebration and a wide variety of outdoor picnic style foods. Grilled meats, a variety of salads, like potato or…

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Added by Ranabhat Vijay on June 27, 2011 at 11:09am — No Comments

Burgundy wine

Burgundy wine (in French, "Bourgogne") is wine made in the Burgundy AOC region of France. Most wine produced here is either red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes or white wine made from Chardonnay grapes, although red and white wines are also made from other grape varieties, such as Gamay and Aligoté respectively. Small amounts of rose and sparkling wine are also produced.





Geography

The Burgundy region runs from Chablis in the north to Beaujolais in the south,… Continue

Added by Jeni on March 17, 2011 at 3:54pm — No Comments

Cocktails for Thanksgiving

The season to eat, drink and be merry is nearly upon us. We thought we’d pay tribute to Thanksgiving in the way we know best and give you all your favorite parts of the traditional feast with a twist -- in liquid form. Yes, we’re taking a “liquid lunch” literally with our collection of cocktails for Thanksgiving. Once the inevitable family drama starts and you’re going crazy fielding questions about when you’re going to settle down, get married or have kids etc etc, we know you’ll thank us for… Continue

Added by WineGlobe.com on November 16, 2010 at 3:16pm — No Comments

A SECOND LIFE FOR EMPTY WINE BOTTLES

A SECOND LIFE FOR EMPTY WINE BOTTLES

Consider how many empty wine bottles are discarded every day in this country. Even with recycling efforts, it’s undoubtedly a staggering number. But a California business man has come up with such a brilliant recycling idea, it’s a wonder no one thought of it before. With the backing of several well-known Napa County names, a new American Canyon-based company is preparing to wash and sell re-used wine bottles on an industrial scale. Using a… Continue

Added by WineGlobe.com on October 13, 2010 at 4:02pm — 1 Comment

Great things come in small, skull-shaped packages

Kah Tequila



The name is Mayan for “life,” and Kah Tequila’s cultural roots extend to the Aztec and Meso-American observances of Dia de los Muertos, a.k.a. the Day of the Dead, Nov. 2. Kah would have been released in

time for another important Latin American holiday—Mexico’s Cinco de Mayo—but

its skull packaging prompted Crystal Head vodka’s parent company,

Globefill, to wage a brief court battle. (Globefill’s motion to…

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Added by WineGlobe.com on October 13, 2010 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Wine Guide: Food & Wine

Wine Guide: Food & Wine

When it comes to matching food and wine the possibilities are, of course, endless but the good news is that there are no right or wrong answers. Sure, some combination's will be better than others, but you'll discover what these are through experimentation with your favorite foods and wines. So, out with the rule book and in with the freedom to improvise and have fun. Remember, too, that it's…

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Added by Jeni on October 5, 2010 at 4:30pm — No Comments

What is Organic Wine?

What is Organic Wine?

A great deal of terminology is used on wine labels, and these terms can sometimes be very confusing for consumers when they are confronted with a row of labels which all look slightly similar. Organic wine is wine which has been produced with organically grown grapes and no added sulfites. There is some debate over how wines should be classified, with sulfites being an issue of hot contention among consumers and wine makers.



Sulfites are… Continue

Added by Jeni on September 17, 2010 at 2:49pm — 1 Comment

What is the Process of Winemaking?

The process of making wine from grapes, also called vinification or winemaking, has been around for many thousands of years. Winemaking is a process roughly as old as the brewing of beer or the baking of bread. In the modern world, winemaking supports many economies, such as those of Australia and New Zealand, Chile and Argentina, France, Spain, Italy, and the USA - especially California. A person who participates in winemaking is called a winemaker. A producer or merchant of wine is called a… Continue

Added by WineGlobe.com on September 17, 2010 at 2:46pm — No Comments

How to Make Lambrusco Wine

How to Make Lambrusco Wine



Lambrusco wine is made from grapes that originate from the Emilia region of Italy. There are many different types of Lambrusco grapes, but in general it is a versatile grape that can produce red and rosé wines that are either still or sparkling and can be either dry or… Continue

Added by Jeni on July 27, 2010 at 4:26pm — No Comments

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