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| | IMBIBE NEW YORK MARCH 11, 2011 Jenny & François Tasting at Astor Center Unable to attend the trade’s portfolio tasting on Monday, I swung by Astor Center on Saturday, with David and Ellen, to taste a few new releases from Jenny & François Selections. And though there were a number of wines with light acidity thrown into the mix, I give Jenny & François great credit–for two of [.]. | | | | | | | | | |
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DR. VINO | MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2011  From wine to bottled water: UC Davis scanners may help TSA
Have you ever been itching to carry a bottle of Petrus and a can of Red Bull on a plane? Thanks to researchers at UC Davis, that might be possible. However, as we discussed previously, don’t think you’ll be allowed to openly serve yourself the Petrus on board.). wine travel MORE >> -
WINE TASTING GUY | SATURDAY, MARCH 5, 2011 Surging kosher (and more)
It has been MANY weeks since my last post. Producing an event with 2,000 guests is all consuming. And though the event is now behind us, blogging is much like going to the gym – once you lose momentum it is hard to get back in the groove. But I’ll try… I have a lot [.]. Other MORE >> -
A WINE STORY | FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2011  Wines of Canada – Seriously Cool Chardonnay
What a very curious name for a Canadian Campaign, yet oh so. Actually, the word 'cool' is clever as it describes two clear facts about this Chardonnay: it is cool climate (read Burgundian cool) and the idea of a Canadian Chardonnay is, well, cool. First off, the seminar was very well organized. These wines will give Burgundy a run for its money! MORE >> -
VIGNA UVA VINO | MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2011  Sobon Estate Rocky Top Zinfandel 2007 California
From the Amador County, appearance is clear with medium intensity and garnet ruby colors. On the nose a clean and wonderful intensity, with ample aromas of black cherry, cassis, a defined ripeness, coconut, vanilla and green peppers. Dry on the palate with medium acidity, medium tannins, fuller body, pronounced flavor and a long finish. alcohol MORE >> -
VIGNA UVA VINO | THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 2011  Robert Stemmler Pinot Noir Estate Grown 2007 Carneros
From Carneros, California and sustainably farmed, comprised of a blend of various blocks on The Donum Estate encompassing Dijon, Martini, Roderer, Calera, Hanzell and Swan. Intensely flavored and tied to the earth accented with spice, and a good long finish. MORE >>
- Wine & Wood VIGNA UVA VINO | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9, 2011
- How does cabernet franc age? A visit to Domaine Baudry DR. VINO | FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2011
- Jenny and François, Spring 2011 BROOKLYN GUY LOVES WINE | THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 2011
- Skulduggery, cellar, chilling red, Bordeaux brands – sipped and spit DR. VINO | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9, 2011
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