Wine News
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Like the lyrics in the Gershwin tune, "Summer time and the living is easy," what can be more relaxing and refreshing about summer time than a cool drink. Usually when most people think cool drink, they grab for a beer or a soda. But what about wine?
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Want another reason to enjoy a glass of red wine? Try this: a new study has found that red wine could potentially help prevent dental cavities.
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There’s nothing like sipping a nice glass of wine or a indulging in a decadent piece of dark chocolate, and enjoying it much more knowing you are drinking and eating to your health. But what is it that makes these substances so healthy for us?
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Award winning Golan Heights Winery has won four medals in Mundus Vini, one of the most prestigious international wine competitions. The winery's Yarden Chardonnay 2012, Gamla Brut NV, Yarden Merlot 2009 and Yarden 2T 2009 all received medals.
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So you can't find a corkscrew and you are stuck with an unopened bottle of wine in your hand? Impress your guests and open a bottle of wine with your shoe; a Mirabeau Wine's expert shows you how to manage without your bartender's friend.
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San Francisco -
Internet overseers are keeping .WINE and .
In the Media
by AFP
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Beijing -
Beijing will end an anti-dumping inquiry into wine imports from the European Union, China's commerce ministry said Friday, after what it said was a deal between producers.The announcement comes a day before Chinese President Xi Jinping sets off on a vi...
In the Media
by AFP
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Beijing -
The Chinese and European wine industries have agreed a deal that will see Beijing end an anti-dumping inquiry into imports from the European Union, China's commerce ministry said Friday.The announcement comes a day before Chinese President Xi Jinping s...
In the Media
by AFP
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Beijing -
The Chinese and European wine industries have agreed a deal that will see Beijing end an anti-dumping inquiry into imports from the European Union, China's commerce ministry said Friday.The announcement comes a day before Chinese President Xi Jinping s...
In the Media
by AFP
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Master chocolatier Sandra Abballe makes it her mission to educate clients on the process of creating artisan chocolate, and takes the pairing of wine and chocolate to the next level.
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Scientists have mapped the partial genetic structure of a common lactic acid bacterium. This bacterium is key to a good bottle of wine.
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Bordeaux -
French police have arrested 20 men suspected of involvement in stealing more than a million euros ($1.35 million) worth of top Bordeaux wines.
In the Media
by Michaela Cancela-Kieffer (AFP)
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Placerville -
In 1972, Greg Boeger and his wife purchased the old Lombardo/Fasotti Winery, and together, they shared a dream and a vision.
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Australian researchers have identified special yeast for wine making. The yeast produces a lower level of alcohol but also help to preserve and to enhance the flavor.
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In a bid to attract the younger generation, a company in northern Spain is hand-painting Hollywood characters on vintage wine barrels. Bruce Lee, Dirty Harry, Charles Chaplin or even a little "Pulp Fiction" are featuring to get your attention.
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Consistent with previous research, as well as with expert opinion, this latest research finds little relationship between the price paid and tasted pleasure.
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British Columbia's 672 private liquor stores have done quite well under the Liberals, especially after many of the liquor laws were expanded. Times are changing and grocery stores may end up selling beer and wine, much to the chagrin of the liquor stores.
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Once a bottle of wine has been opened it needs to be drunk fairly quickly otherwise the wine goes off. This effect is worse with whites than reds. Preserving wines for longer has recently become the subject of a science study.
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San Francisco -
Today, the nation's #1 online wine retailer, Wine.com, announced its top 100 list for 2013. The compilation of the top 100 wines is based entirely on consumer purchasing.
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Davis -
Research has revealed that microbes on the surface and stems of wine grapes vary regionally and are linked to the taste of the wine.
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Guerneville -
If you are planning for the New Year and other holiday season parties, you do not have to import your Champagne from France.
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Great movies are made by great film makers and great wines by great vintners. Francis Ford Coppola is best known for his contributions to film with greats like “Apocalypse Now” and “The Godfather.”
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For decades fine wine awards have been dominated by France and California. That is changing. Since 2003 -- continued in 2013 -- newer regions take top awards in this international competition.
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Toulon -
Seems that the famous Hollywood couple, Brad PItt and Angelina Jolie, are also into wine these days. On Wednesday, a single cask of wine from their Château Miraval vineyard in France sold on auction for more than €10,000 ($18,000).
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"The world is facing a wine shortage" according to research by Morgan Stanley's financial services firm. But experts say there's no need to panic.
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Bordeaux -
The world is indeed headed towards democracy, if it is as envisioned in the Roman Empire. Wine has become so popular a shortage is impending.
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Resveratrol, a chemical compound found in grape skins and red wine, can make certain tumor cells more susceptible to radiation treatment.
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While buying clothes for pets and even throwing "pet birthday parties" are becoming more common, a Japanese company has one-upped the "pet pampering" game.
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Scientists have uncovered the mechanism by which an aggressive fungal pathogen infects almost all fruits and vegetables. This finding could lead to some novel anti-fungal treatments.
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Researchers in Greece unearthed some wine samples that date way back to 4200 B.C., making it at least 6,000 years old. The wine samples are thought to be the oldest samples that have ever been recorded in Europe.
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Inside Chateau Aux Arc tasting room. Altus, Ark.
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Wine glass design influences the taste of the wine.
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Photo: The Chronicle
Aside from being a vice president for his family's winery, Charles Krug Winery, Marc Mondavi is a water witch. He talks about his water witching and demonstrates his abilities.
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Server Jocelyn pours a reserve wine.
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Medals and ribbons are displayed in cases inside Korbel's tasting room.
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Toronto's Gourmet Food & Wine Expo an elegant affair
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Haussmann Famille
Rouge Sucette, cola flavored wine
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Toronto's Gourmet Food & Wine Expo an elegant affair
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"From Napa to Persia - Wine at the Persian Table," by Najmieh Batmanglij. Mage Publishers, (2008) Washington, DC
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Opening of Berlin Gusto Nudo
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By mid-afternoon the wine and food festival was in full swing.
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Toronto's Gourmet Food & Wine Expo an elegant affair
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South African vinyard.
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Toronto's Gourmet Food & Wine Expo an elegant affair
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Sandra Abballe, Succulent Chocolates and Sweets
Chef Sandra Abballe of Succulent Chocolates and Sweets
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Screengrab of website advertising Hitler wine
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Toronto's Gourmet Food & Wine Expo an elegant affair
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Varieties of Maset red wines being distributed by ASEAN Merchants
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Businessmen enjoying their wine after a long day from work
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