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Grape Encounters

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It’s hard to imagine, but the wine app Vivino now has a whopping 8 million plus users around the globe and it’s meteoric growth seems unstoppable. So what happens when the companies leaders decide to use the gargantuan database to... more
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Plus, What if You’re in the Mood for Something Cheap? Well, we didn’t have enough time to have the Pope on, but we’re hoping he can join us very soon. All kidding aside, this week’s Grape Encounters begins with the Grape Encounters... more
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As much as we like to talk about small, boutique wines, in truth, the vast majority of wines produced and consumed in America come to market by the millions of gallons. And it’s an absolute fact that these wines are popular for a reason. It... more
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Jean Charles Boisset It’s an all-star cast as David revisits his favorite moments of 2014. This very special retrospective begins with a heartwarming visit with Mike Grgich, the legendary winemaker who stunned the world by capturing top... more
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If there’s one thing that’s certain about saving a bottle of wine for a special occasion it’s this: If you wait too long, there’s a good chance you’ll be singing a very sad song. The post Uncorked #780 – Collecting Wine? Make... more
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When a winemaker says his operation is underwater, it usually means things are less than profitable, but now ‘winery under water’ means something else. The post Uncorked #779 – Vino 20,000 Leagues Beneath the Sea appeared first... more
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It’s one of the very best ways to get the most out of your wine. And, it has little to do with the grapes or winemaking techniques. It’s really all about eye-hand coordination with some physics thrown in. The post Uncorked #778 –... more
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Most American’s know it’s customary to tip 18 to 20 percent in a restaurant. But, what happens when you buy a particularly expensive bottle of wine? Is it okay to short-change? The post Uncorked #777 – Wine Tipping has its Limits... more
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Wine has long been known as the great romancer. Just the right wine can make for just the right evening. But, something other than the alcohol may be lowering our inhibitions. The post Uncorked #776 – What’s In That Wine That’s... more
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Veteran Burgundian winemaker Christian Roguenant perfected his craft making bubbly in the Champagne Region of his native France. Today he oversees winemaking at the Niven Family Wine Estates, which produce several premium... more
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