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    Bache Gabrielsen Very Old AOC Pineau des Charentes

    Becky Sue Epstein
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    The producers of the aperitif wine Pineau des Charentes have upped their game. In order to be labeled “very old” this traditional aperitif of the Cognac region of France must be aged in barrels for at least ten years. Which is quite a long time something that was traditionally a

    One Woman’s Quest to Rebuild Bosnia’s Economy Through Wine

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    Is it naïve to think one person can use wine to change a nation’s fate? Perhaps, but that is just what economist-turned-importer Indira Bayer has set out to do. The country called Bosnia and Herzogvina has a small, 12-mile strip of craggy coast on the Adriatic sea, a mountainous center

    Delightful Winter Drinking but Decant First: 2016 Bertani Valpolicella Ripasso DOC

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    This 2016 from Bertani is focused and lively. Just-pressed Amarone grapes enhance the flavors of Valpolicella Ripasso wines with their rich, ripe, concentrated fruit. Clear notes of red and dark red fruit appear in the aromas and on the palate, and the fruit intensifies as the wine opens. Softened tannins

    Delightful Aperitif, Lightly Chilled: Reviseur Pineau des Charentes AOC Vieux Pineau

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    In case you haven’t had Pineau des Charentes before, it is traditionally served lightly chilled, as an aperitif, in casual settings in the Cognac region of France. This delightful Pineau is aged for a full 5 years in barrel, which has made it softer and richer on the palate. It

    Aperitif or Dessert? Anyhow, Serve Chilled: Domaine de la Margotterie AOC Pineau des Charentes Blanc

    Becky Sue Epstein
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    Pineau des Charentes, served lightly chilled, is a traditional, casual aperitif from the Cognac region of France. The label on this bottle says “dessert wine” which is somewhat misleading. This particular Pineau is a very aromatic aperitif; it could also be served in small portions, well-chilled, as an intermezzo or

    Your New Sparkling Wine from Italy? Trentodoc!

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    In the pantheon of sparkling wine producing areas Trentodoc may not be on your radar. However, it is likely only a matter of time before it is as much a household name as Prosecco. In the clear air of the snowy Dolomite mountains, Italian winemakers are ramping up their production

    The opposite of Bordeaux in Napa: 2016 Kenefick Ranch Caitlin’s Select Cabernet Franc

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    Back in Bordeaux, cabernet franc is considered a blending grape, with small amounts traditionally added to wines made primarily from cabernet sauvignon and/or merlot. But this Kenefick Ranch wine is the opposite: it is made mainly from cabernet franc with small percentages of other grapes blended in. And the wine

    Last Minute Wine Gift: The Champagne Saber You’ve Always Wanted

    Becky Sue Epstein
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    For the gal (or guy) who has everything: the Champagne Saber. Looks too pretty, but I tried it out and it works. Admit it. You’ve always wanted to saber Champagne. This is the most dramatic way to "open" a Champagne bottle. And while you’re screwing up your courage use it
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