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A Bit of Champagne History
by Sommelier Robin Obert This month I’m writing a small bit of history about an incredible woman who founded a process as well as an amazing…
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Champagne or Sparkling Wine
by Sommelier Robin Obert This month we are going to delve a bit into Champagne. A delicious and exciting treat that (in my opinion) is welcome…
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What’s in a Name? Labels
Do wine labels confuse you? For the majority of wine novices labels can be a bit confusing, but armed with a bit of knowledge, shopping for…
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Port Wine – The Scoop!
by Tere Williams Made for centuries in the rugged region of northwest Portugal’s Douro Valley, Port is a fortified wine that leans heavily on the sweeter…
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What Is an AVA and What Is It For?
by Tere Williams AVA is an acronym for American Viticultural Area. Legally speaking, it is a designated wine grape growing region in the United States distinguishable…
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What’s in a Cork?
by Robin L. Obert My next few articles will focus on facts and fiction about corks and wine closures, one of the most significant aspects of…
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Getting to Our Best Place
In all things, perfect practice makes perfect, imperfect practice does not. Are there areas in which you would love to improve? Your pallet for wines or…
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A Chef’s Passion
by Robin L. Obert As I sat and contemplated my article this month, I became a bit perplexed. I go over hearing about New Year’s resolutions…
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Hot Topic of the Month – December 2016
We’re bordering on the New Year! A time for bubbly and celebration! We’ve been through some incredibly turbulent and difficult times of late. Let’s throw division…
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Where Is the Common Ground?
Common Ground is that wonderful place where most people would congregate if it were nearby, that place where common sense and common decency would unite and…
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