by Bob Lipinski | Jan 10, 2021 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski Armagnac is a brandy distilled from wine and is often confused with its close cousin, Cognac. However, Armagnac’s taste is fuller and richer and is described as less “burning” and more mellow. Armagnac comes from the Gascony region in southwest France,...
by Bob Lipinski | Dec 22, 2020 | Cheese, Wine
By Bob Lipinski What could be more alluring than a chilled glass of champagne with its bubbles dancing in the glass, paired with a soft, smooth, and creamy wedge of cheese? My holiday recommendations for sparkling wines include “bubbly” from France and Italy, although...
by Bob Lipinski | Dec 7, 2020 | Wine
By Bob Lipinski DOCG Laws (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) (deh-noh-meh-nah-zee-OH-neh dee oh-REE-jee-neh kohn-trohl-LAH-tah eh gah-rahn-TEE-tah) DOCG is a higher designation than DOC; garantita (the letter “G”) or “guaranteed authenticity” for...
by Bob Lipinski | Nov 19, 2020 | Cheese, Wine
By Bob Lipinski Beaujolais Nouveau (known as Beaujolais Primeur in France) is the “new” Beaujolais wine that has been fermented to capture the ultimate in lightness and freshness besides its intense grapy aromas and flavors. Beaujolais is a grape-growing district...
by Bob Lipinski | Nov 4, 2020 | Cheese, Wine
By Bob Lipinski Cabernet Franc (kah-behr-NAY frahn) is a thick-skinned, medium acid red grape variety grown in Bordeaux, France since at least 1784. Cabernet Franc is often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot to make the dry wines of the Médoc, Graves,...
Bob Lipinski, author of 10 books; writes, consults, and conducts training seminars on Wine, Spirits, and Food and is available for speaking engagements.
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