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The Game Changer Martini: How Lustau Vermut Made Me Fall in Love with Martinis
I’ll be honest — I never drank martinis. They always seemed a little too strong, a little too dry, and just not my thing. That all changed when I discovered Lustau Vermut, and now I can say with confidence — it’s a game changer! What makes Lustau Vermut so special?...
2025 Hudson Valley Wine Competition Results: Celebrating This Year’s Winners
For the past 17 years, I’ve had the honor of serving as Chairwoman of the Hudson Valley Wine, Spirits & Cider Competition, held each September at the Hudson Valley Wine Festival in Rhinebeck, New York. When I look back over nearly two decades, I am truly amazed at...
Franciacorta Uncorked: Italy’s Finest Sparkling Wine You’ve Never Heard Of
Franciacorta: Italy's Sparkling Secret Worth Discovering When it comes to sparkling wine, Champagne may get all the glory, and Prosecco has certainly earned its share of global love. But nestled in the Lombardy region of northern Italy lies Franciacorta—a sparkling...
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