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Wines of Alsace: Five Things to Know

Nothing cures a ‘case of the Monday’s’ quite like wine class.  This month, my Mondays are made far more interesting and most certainly more delicious as I have the pleasure of letting the stresses of the day wear off while sipping wine from various regions of France and soaking up the limitless knowledge of Master Sommelier, Scott Harper.  Considering that only …

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A Lesson in White Burgundy

It all began with two innocent sentences: ‘We’re talking about White Burgundy or, as the French labels read, Bourgogne… and a good portion retails for under $25.  The grape variety is invariably Chardonnay.’  Wait, what?  I thought White Burgundy was some uber-fancy, revered white varietal that I would be lucky to get my hands on – was it possible I …

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Ca’ Montini Pinot Grigio 2009

It’s apparent that Mother Nature is having an identity crisis.  Her unseasonably warm spring or, frankly, summer-like temperatures, have sent us all into a confused frenzy which, in foodie-girl’s household, generally translates into a conflict regarding which wine to drink.  It seems the days of bold and hearty reds have passed and bright, crisp white and rose wines have been …

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2010 Chappellet Chenin Blanc, Napa Valley

It was an incredible trip.  Our dear friends, Matt and Glynnis, gave us a whirlwind yet incredibly thought out tour of Napa Valley.  Not at all to our surprise, we were hooked.  I loved every drop we drank, every bite of food we tasted.  And then we reached Chappellet.  As I have mentioned, Zach and I are branching out from …

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Mas Sainte Berthe, Coteaux d’Aix en Provence

Nearly two years ago my husband and I set out to explore the South of France.  After discovering Nice, Saint Paul de Vence, Cap Ferrat and several other wonderful little towns we spent the last two days in Aix.  A day trip to the outlying wine country was a must.  After hours of tasting beautiful wines and constant translation issues …