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December 2006
The Stars of '79
Posted: 11:47 AM ET, December 15, 2006
Earlier this week, I posted a blog reminiscing about some newsmakers from 1979. I hope some of them triggered memories for you, as they did for me. In some ways, 1979 was a long time ago—a lot has happened in the world of wine since then. But in many ways, it feels like yesterday to me. Read more
What's New in Wine
Posted: 03:38 PM ET, December 11, 2006
Coca-Cola buys Monterey Vineyard
Bottle of Wine Sells for $28,000
President serves California wines to the Chinese Premier
And the foremost consulting enologist in Bordeaux says, “Winemaking is the work of an artist. Read more
Best Wine Buys at Restaurants
Posted: 12:08 PM ET, December 06, 2006
Most of the time when I dine out, it’s tough to find a great wine buy for, say, under $40. And most of the time, I have to spend $60 to $100 to reach up to a very good wine.
Now, I’m all for making the restaurant owner happy (and the sommelier, if they have one). Read more
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