The Whole Foods in Duluth does a tasting every Saturday when they are having a 20% off case sale. While it isn’t close, we have found it to always be worth the $15 (per couple, $10 for individuals). Last night, they really opened up, adding a reserve table (though I think many folks were...
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We’ve had this one in storage for a few months and when dinner was set as pan seared grass-fed sirloin with mushroom risotto and baby sweet peas on the side, I figured this was a good match. We had this a few months ago at a tasting hosted by The Mercantile, a spot you...
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Best vintage in 50 years
Those were the words I was greeted with as I picked up this bottle of wine. I’d already heard the hype and quite honestly, how many perfect vintages are the French capable of? I mean, it started with the 2000 Bordeaux vintage, then came along again with the stratospherically priced...
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Last night was grilled cheese night, a family favorite for many reasons.
One, the kids love it and pretty much will eat any combination of bread and cheese we put together.
Second, it is easy to fix. Some lightly buttered bread, some good cheese, a medium heated pan and a 170 degree oven to keep the...
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For those of you who like good value wines that are easy to drink and very food friendly, do yourself a favor. The next time you are in your local wine shop, stop and browse their French section and look (or ask) for the Beaujolais. Upon your arrival, you are very likely to find...
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