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...
Nov 19, 2020 | 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...
Nov 4, 2020 | 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,...
Oct 6, 2020 | Wine
By Bob Lipinski Serving wine at home, on a picnic or during a festive occasion is fun and with just a few simple tips listed below, you will be on your way to an enjoyable time. Opening Table and Sparkling Wines Table wines. Cut the capsule near the bottle’s...
Sep 7, 2020 | Wine
By Bob Lipinski Prosecco is both the name of a grape and a sparkling wine that originates in Italy’s northeast regions of Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Veneto. Prosecco is known locally in these regions as Glera. The Prosecco grape is thin-skinned with high acid and is...
Jul 12, 2020 | Wine
By Bob Lipinski When it’s hot outside I’m looking for a beverage that’s light, refreshing, chillable, perhaps somewhat acidic to cleanse my palate, but most of all… it contains alcohol. I enjoy wine and during hot weather I have found ways to convert that glass of...
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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