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Wine & spirits: Spice-friendly wines Wine & spirits: Spice-friendly wines
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Women in wine Women in wine
Women in wine
There was a time when women weren't permitted to enter a wine cellar while they had their period. period. men believed it would spoil the wine. today, most of the ridiculous superstitions like that one are long gone from the enlightened world. in fact, in all areas of wine production,...
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Wine & spirits: Matching wine and cheese Wine & spirits: Matching wine and cheese
Wine & spirits: Matching wine and cheese
One of the easiest ways to increase the pleasure of a wine is by enjoying it with a complementary cheese. the synergy of these two fermented and aged foods is impossibly complex to describe yet ridiculously easy to savour and appreciate. which cheese goes with which wine? the choice of which...
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The mighty malbec The mighty malbec
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Wine for women Wine for women
Wine for women
There was a time when men shopped for wine and booze. today, according to industry statistics, women purchase more alcohol than men do, though men still spend significantly more on a bottle. "men tend to purchase higher-price wines, spend more time researching the purchase, and are more technical...
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Wine & spirits: Taste like a pro Wine & spirits: Taste like a pro
Wine & spirits: Taste like a pro
Everyone who drinks wine tastes something. when pros taste wine, we taste everything. it's shocking just how little we think about what we put into our mouths. tasting isn't a talent but a discipline. with a quick, focused lesson and lots of practice , anyone can learn to taste confidently and...
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Great Greek wines Great Greek wines
Great Greek wines
There was a time when greece was at the cutting edge of the arts, mathematics, philosophy and, yes, winemaking. keep in mind: this is the country that gave birth to dionysus, the mythological god of wine and merriment. today, greeks all over the world still revel in and revere their homegrown...
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How-to video: Opening a bottle of wine How-to video: Opening a bottle of wine
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Chardonnay: The basic black of white wine Chardonnay: The basic black of white wine
Chardonnay: The basic black of white wine
Buying if you're like me, black is a wardrobe staple. your closet overflows with black purses in various shapes and sizes, pants and jackets from casual to upscale, and most important, that little black dress. let's not forget shoes: black flats, heels, and boots in every imaginable style. and...
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Drink recipe: Blue Thai mojito Drink recipe: Blue Thai mojito
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Wine & spirits: Revival of rose Wine & spirits: Revival of rose
Wine & spirits: Revival of rose
Who said pink wines must be reserved for summer? whoever you are, know this: we’ve stopped listening. wine aficionados all over the world are rejecting a number of old notions about rosés. the result? growing sales, and wines showing up in restaurants and wine shops. in france, roses have...
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Wine & spirits: Barolo Wine & spirits: Barolo
Wine & spirits: Barolo
There was a time -- not much more than a generation ago -- when barolo was considered a drink for men. alcoholic, rich, complex, tannic and tough, and arguably italy's most profound wine, barolo was typically described in older wine books as "masculine," especially when compared with its...
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Wine & spirits: Canadian sparkling wine Wine & spirits: Canadian sparkling wine
Wine & spirits: Canadian sparkling wine
The world is full of snobs who think only the french can make a decent sparkling wine. there's no question that champagne is remarkable, but so is its price. for those of us who adore a glass of fizz before serious dining and drinking but are financially challenged in these...
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Wine & spirits: Sommelier advice Wine & spirits: Sommelier advice
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Wine & spirits: Only the best Wine & spirits: Only the best
Wine & spirits: Only the best
Whether it's for your partner in life or a partner in business, a great bottle of wine makes a terrific gift at this time of year. if price is no object, choose one of the most famous names in the wine world -- all are exceptional, often rich in texture with concentrated flavours, and will...
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Wine & spirits: Blind tasting Wine & spirits: Blind tasting
Wine & spirits: Blind tasting
Everyone's an expert at choosing a favourite wine. we drink with our eyes. one look at the label, and many of us decide right away whether we'll like a wine or not. cute kangaroos hopping across a label – good. lots of dense, tiny writing with strange, unpronounceable words like gewurztraminer,...
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Wine & spirits: Sí, sí sangria! Wine & spirits: Sí, sí sangria!
Wine & spirits: Sí, sí sangria!
The word sangria usually conjures up cheap red wine punch served in a sweaty jug beside tex-mex food. if that's your primary image, it's time to switch lenses. sangria (its name is derived from the spanish word for "bleeding") has gone through many incarnations since it appeared in north...
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Wine & spirits: Chill out Wine & spirits: Chill out
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Wine & spirits: Perfect bubbly Wine & spirits: Perfect bubbly
Wine & spirits: Perfect bubbly
Your niece just announced she's getting married, and you want to give the newlyweds a heartfelt gift that will last - something they can enjoy on their fifth, 10th, 25th or even 50th anniversary. most people think of wine as a casual gift that doesn't have lasting power, but this is one beverage...
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Wine & spirits: Top organic wines Wine & spirits: Top organic wines
Wine & spirits: Top organic wines
Many grocery stores have expanded their sections dedicated to organic fruits, vegetables, meats and other products in recent years. watch for the same kind of growth in wine and liquor stores in the future, as consumers become even more discerning about what they choose to drink. a decade or...
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Wine & spirits: Bottle a bargain Wine & spirits: Bottle a bargain
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Wine & spirits: Canada's favourite wines Wine & spirits: Canada's favourite wines
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Wine & spirits: House wines Wine & spirits: House wines
Wine & spirits: House wines
Take a quick look through your pantry. there's flour, pasta, rice -- all staples -- along with some household favourites, perhaps crackers, jars of pickles or relish, canned tomatoes, and sardines or smoked oysters. there's plenty to drink, too: from cola, soda pop, juice and fruit drinks to...
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Stocking up on wine Stocking up on wine
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Wine & spirits: Canadian wine Wine & spirits: Canadian wine
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