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Taking The Intimidation Out Of WinePetit Manseng: The Rising Star of Virginia Winemaking
Welcome to another engaging episode of Winephabet Street, where the world of wine becomes more accessible, one letter at a time. In this episode, we're delving into the letter "P" with a focus on Petit Manseng, a varietal that may not be on every wine lover's radar...
A Perfect Pairing: Primus The Blend 2019 and Comfort Food on a Winter Night
On a cold and damp winter night, the kind that calls for warmth and comfort both in ambiance and on the plate, we whipped up some homemade tomato soup and grilled cheese and bacon and paired it with 2019 Primus - The Blend. The Blend was a perfect companion to this...
Celebrate Love All Week with Albert Bichot Crémant de Bourgogne Brut Réserve
Since Valentine's Day falls mid-week this year, there's a unique opportunity to stretch the festivities beyond just one day. Rather than limiting the celebration to February 14th, why not embrace the entire week, culminating with weekend brunch? This extended...
Love and Lustau: A Valentine’s Toast with Cream East India Solera Sherry
My first romance with Sherry was as a judge at a 3-day wine competition in New York City. The wines entered were from all over the world. On the last day, I had a flight of Sherry. I never really knew Sherry as an after-dinner drink like I knew Port. I’ll never forget...
Exploring the Unique Flavors of Orange Muscat
In December, on Winephabet Street, we learned about the Orange Muscat grape with our special guest, Andrew Quadi of Quadi Winery. Nestled in Madera, California, Andrew and his wife have been crafting exceptional wines since the late '70s, transitioning from an...
Keeping Warm on a Cold Snowy Winters Night with Art of Earth Wines
It was a cold and snowy winter night, and I reached for Argentina's Art of Earth Wines. It’s summer in Argentina, so at least I can think of warm weather and sunshine. Art of Earth Wines is the largest viticultural group in the world. With 29 cooperatives and 5,000...