Wines in the Santa Ynez Valley
Santa Ynez Valley is home to over 120 wineries, most of which are boutique operations. The area features several quaint towns that dot...
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Tom V.
- Mar 6
- 2 min
"The Must-Visit Los Olivos Wineries for Wine Lovers"
Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country, Los Olivos is a small town with big flavor. With over 50 wineries to choose from,...
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Tom V.
- Feb 10
- 2 min
Is It Safe to Drink an Open Bottle of Wine After One Week?
If you fancy yourself a wine drinker, then you know there’s no sadder sound than the “glug-glug” of a bottle being poured down the drain...
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Tom V.
- Feb 5
- 2 min
This Texas Bistro Boasts One Of The Best Wine Lists In The World
Mary Stanley was utterly surprised when she found that The Turtle Restaurant and Enoteca had been listed among the best wine lists in the...
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Tom V.
- Jan 31
- 1 min
Celebrate Valentine’s Day In Style At These Luxurious Hotels
Valentine's Day is a special occasion for couples to celebrate their love, and what better way to do that than with a romantic getaway at...
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Rezuwanul Kabir Bhuiya
- Jan 16
- 2 min
Wine Lovers in Love: Why Consider a Wine Tour for Your Honeymoon?
The wedding bells are ringing, and all the preparations are in motion. It’s always a happy occasion to see two people find each other,...
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Tom V.
- Jan 16
- 2 min
Dramatic Readings of Wine Labels Turn Every Bottle Into a Party
This article is a part of our Matters of Taste series, essays from our favorite writers on the artifacts and abstractions they hold most...
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Tom V.
- Jan 3
- 2 min
Pairing Wine with Roman Food
The best of the eternal City’s classic dishes are deceptively simple: they are made with only a handful of ingredients. However, all of...
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Tom V.
- Dec 31, 2022
- 2 min
CROCKPOT MULLED WINE
A beloved holiday custom that dates back to the 2nd century Roman era is mulled wine. Spices were added to promote health, and wine was...
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Tom V.
- Dec 10, 2022
- 2 min
Wine 101: Mythbusters: When to Chill Red Wines
This episode of “Wine 101” is sponsored by Apothic, makers of so many red wines. We’re talking Apothic Red, Crimson, Inferno, Crush, and...
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Tom V.
- Dec 7, 2022
- 2 min
Famed for Its Agave Spirits, Guanajuato Is Poised to Become Mexico’s Next Wine Destination
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Tom V.
- Nov 16, 2022
- 2 min
Wine 101: Italy Region Deep Dives: Sicily
Today’s episode features Maze Row Wine Merchant’s esteemed partner, Tornatore, which is produced on Sicily’s Mount Etna. Yes, that Mount...
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Tom V.
- Nov 1, 2022
- 2 min
Sip and Snack Your Way Through the 2023 Charleston Wine + Food Festival
Solvang Wine Tours
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Tom V.
- Oct 24, 2022
- 1 min
How Santa Julia Is Revolutionizing the Natural Wine Industry
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Tom V.
- Oct 24, 2022
- 1 min
The World’s Best White Wines 2022 New York World Wine Competition
Solvang Wine Tours
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Tom V.
- Oct 11, 2022
- 1 min
VinePair Podcast: What’s Happening to the Luxury Wine Category?
On this episode of the “VinePair Podcast,” hosts Adam Teeter, Joanna Sciarrino, and Zach Geballe discuss LVMH’s recent purchase of Joseph...
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Tom V.
- Oct 11, 2022
- 1 min
Ask a Somm: Will Storing Your Wine in the Kitchen Fridge Ruin It?
A quick search for how to store wine at home will yield a few general rules: Store bottles on their side, in a cool place, and away from...
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Tom V.
- Aug 23, 2022
- 1 min
Can New Strategies Breathe Life Into Some of Santa Ynez Most Storied Wine Brands?
For many years, there was a fascinating contradiction at the heart of Santa Ynez Valley. The region loved to tout the long history of...
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Tom V.
- Apr 25, 2022
- 1 min
Add Wine To Fast Food
Sommelier André Huston Mack returns to Bon Appétit to elevate your next trip to the drive-thru as he pairs popular fast food with...
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Tom V.
- Apr 17, 2022
- 2 min
We Asked 12 Sommeliers: What’s the Best Wine for Outdoor Drinking?
As the weather warms up, many of us are anticipating lazy summertime gatherings in the park. After all, what’s better than a blanket,...
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