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Red, White, and Rioja

Posted on November 8, 2009 by admin

Spanish Rioja is quickly gaining popularity here in the United States.  This past week I went to my favorite wine bar Riposo 46 located on 9th Avenue at 46th Street.  On every visit I choose a Rioja since these bottles … Continue reading →

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Wined Up!

Posted on November 2, 2009 by admin

Last week I had the pleasure of visiting Wined Up which is one of my favorite wine bars in NYC.  It is located above Punch Restaurant on Broadway and 21st Street.  The spot is quiet, cozy, and romantic with an … Continue reading →

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The Old Field

Posted on October 16, 2009 by admin

I recently went on a 4 day boat trip up the Hudson River with my boyfriend.  Turns out it was the last good boating weekend we would have for the season.  As with all our boat trips we have to … Continue reading →

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South Africa Surprises

Posted on October 7, 2009 by admin

The best way for anybody to learn about wine is to try many different types whether through your own purchases or by attending tastings to figure out what you like and dislike.  Over the past few years I have stayed … Continue reading →

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Bliss In a Bottle

Posted on October 2, 2009 by admin

There is no better way to spend an evening for me than to cook a hearty meal and uncork a mysterious new bottle of wine.  While making tortellini with vodka sauce my boyfriend selected Weinert Carrascal 2005 from his wine … Continue reading →

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