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Chapelle Lenclos Madiran 2001
Another Madiran from the Wine Society tonight. An interesting tidbit about the owner of this property - Patrick DuCournau was responsible for developing the technique of microoxygenation, where tiny bubbles of oxygen are introduced into wine in an e (read full article)
Book review: BAROLO.
The author’s enthusiasm of Barolo and Piedmontese food is infectious. As you read this book, you feel as if you are there walking the narrow, ancient, cobblestone streets of Montforte d’Alba, La Morra, Serralunga d’Alba, and the town of B (read full article)
Silver City Party - Dinner
That was a great weekend! High in the mountains to the south of Boise; there were little patches of snow! Absolutely perfect weather; Clear skies; Nigh time lows in the low 50's made for great sleeping; Good friends; Good food, which brings me to the (read full article)
A Toast To The Hosts: Organize a Drink-Themed Progressive Dinner!
Photo credit: Sebastian Pothe Introducing our next guest contributor in the Savvy Experts in Entertaining series, author Felicia Coley of The Well-Heeled Society. Sign us up for this dinner party idea! It may take a village to raise a child, bu (read full article)
Domaine Pichard Madiran 2004
I bought this several weeks ago, and when we went to drink it on the weekend, we found it was horribly corked. Luckily I had a second bottle, and that one was thankfully OK.I wasn't sure of the returns/refund policy of the Wine Society. They are lo (read full article)
Washington Wines: Debut and Discoveries
Join the new and upcoming wineries in the burgeoning Washington wine industry at a fun filled evening at the Seattle Aquarium. Seattle Uncorked’s eighth annual Debuts and Discoveries takes place on June 24th, 7:00-9:30. Sample the wines, meet t (read full article)
Sexy and Seductive Peach Bellini Cupcakes
Peach Bellini Cupcakes Is there any fruit more seductive than the peach – the heady aroma, the blushing color, the shape which is reminiscent of the female form and that distinctively rich flavor? 1940’s Venice, Italy bar (read full article)
Dona Paulina Chardonnay 2009
This is the last of my wines from the uh, budget-priced Dona Paulina range from the Wine Society. So far I haven't really enjoyed any of them, and this is no exception.The problem with these cheaper wines is they don't have varietal character. This (read full article)
Study Food Writing/Journalism At Oxford University
Image via Wikipedia FOODIES are invited to sign up for two of Oxford University’s pioneering food, drink and culture courses beginning in September, later this year. Oxford Gastronomica is the UK’s only specialist ce (read full article)
The Society's Chilean Syrah 2007
I'm becoming a fan of Chilean Syrah, especially from the northern Limari and Elqui valleys. It's more Rhone than Aussie Shiraz, and even at ridiculously low prices you get powerful, concentrated, characterful wines.This example is from the Elqui Vall (read full article)
The Society's Corbieres
The Wine Society's own-label Corbieres is apparently a favourite with both Wine Society customers and buyers alike. In two separate advertising supplements (member's favourites and buyer's favourites), this wine featured prominently. It's main attr (read full article)
Wine Society Sampler
I mentioned the other day that I bought a bunch of stuff from The Wine Society. Because it's been a rather hectic past few days (not too hectic for wine though), I have managed to try a few more of these wines, but haven't managed a neat and tidy po (read full article)
Dona Paulina Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
The Merlot got a 2, this gets a bit more.This has a little more depth to it, and we were saying things like 'it's not that bad', or 'it's OK'. Structured, dense and serious? Certainly not. Party glugger? Why not? Plus, it doesn't have any cheap an (read full article)
The Society's Vin d'Alsace 2008
Produced for The Wine Society by Hugel, this is a blend of Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Muscat and Sylvaner.Top-class producer, entry-level wine, but a good one. Not overly rich, but aromatic and refreshing. A good introduction to Alsace wi (read full article)
Dona Paulina Merlot 2009
Both Dona Paulina Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon get rave reviews from Wine Society customers. They are both under £5, and if the reviews are to be believed, ideal candidates for glugging or party wine (at least that's what I would buy them for).I d (read full article)
Chateau de Pena Cotes de Roussillon Villages 2007
Over the next few weeks I'll be blogging about a bunch of Wine Society wines I just purchased. Most of them are the low end of the price scale, as always I'm bargain hunting. This one at £6.50 falls into my usual price range, and it delivers. Actu (read full article)
Traces of cocaine found on 99% of British bank notes
(Pravda) Cocaine is cheaper than a cup of coffee in a London restaurant, authors of the parliamentary report made to estimate the government’s struggle against the import of heavy drugs in the country said. The price of one gram of cocaine has los (read full article)
Something to Wine About
"Buy and Eat Local!" This latest rallying cry of quality and conscience for foodies worldwide has been done to death. But what happens when one strolls down to the local liquor store? There is still one exception, one important indigenous New Jersey (read full article)
Wine Country Inn Helps Sponsor Charity Event to Combat MS
To help fight Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in Colorado, a Front Range eatery has teamed up with the Wine Country Inn and other sponsors to hold a charity event in the Denver suburbs. Granny Ma’s Restaurant and Catering will be serving up EAT FOR A CURE (read full article)
"Seasons" March Events
Thanks Rachael, for sending this information!------------------------------Monday, March 1st- 6:00 - 8:00 PMSeasons Bistro, Winebar & CateringWomen and WineEvery Monday at Seasons we will be featuring Women and Wine. Come alone and meet your neig (read full article)
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