Time capsule

Messages for current and future wine drinkers.

Chef Alex Friedman

July 30, 2010
By Atlanta Wine Guy
Chef Alex Friedman

This week, we have 10 questions with Chef Alex Friedman of P’Cheen International Bistro and Pub. He is another of the five contestants in the hottest upcoming event for Atlanta foodies, the first ever Atlanta Food Rave. Who / what inspired you to become a Chef? Honestly, no one but myself. I went to...
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Oregon does Pinot

July 26, 2010
By Atlanta Wine Guy
2007 Eyrie (far right) was my Wine of the Night

Sounds almost dirty. The customer appreciation tasting at Hinton’s Wine Store is always held the last day of their 20% off wine case sale week. The store is usually filled with enthusiastic customers, eager to stock up on their daily drinkers or filling their cellars with premium collectibles. For 2010, the theme was Pinot...
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Chef Delroy Bowen

July 23, 2010
By Atlanta Wine Guy
Chef Delroy Bowen

Welcome to Culinary Nightlife! The Atlanta Food Rave is a new high-energy event that brings together an eclectic mix of Atlanta’s finest culinary talent. Expecting an interactive night of food, fun, cocktails and live entertainment, attendees are invited to sample chef offerings and catered fare that will be placed throughout the expansive host venue,...
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Top of the world

July 22, 2010
By Atlanta Wine Guy
"On Top of the World" by SashaW on Flickr

Wednesday night, July 21st, 2010, we attended the annual blind tasting challenge held at Chris Hinton’s Bin 75 tasting room in Johns Creek. It is the mid-week event during their anniversary sale, which nets you 20% off cases of wine. You can also score some wines at 25% off solid cases. Check the website...
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Posted in Above average, Average, Chardonnay, Events & Festivals, Not for me, Pinot Gris / Grigio, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sangiovese, Sauvignon blanc | 6 Comments »

Refreshment for the soul

July 15, 2010
By Atlanta Wine Guy
2006 Villa Medoro Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

We buried a friend this week. Mr. B was 70 years old and it was he and his wife who befriended my wife and I early in our days of attending wine tastings at Chris Hinton’s store in Alpharetta / Johns Creek. They were also frequent guests at my tastings when I was in...
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