10 Wines For Under 10 Dollars
By Bob Lipinski The elusive “pinnacle of perfection” in wine still exists and one can only thirst for that miracle bottle of great wine for $9.99 that is out there somewhere. But until that day comes, we can enjoy the journey and be on the lookout for wines that...
Merlot… The Blackbird Grape
By Bob Lipinski “Drinking the right wine at the right time is an art.” (Horace A. Vachell, 1861-1955, English writer) Some believe the name Merlot was given to this black grape variety because blackbirds (known in French as merle, or merlau in the local Occitan...
Wine & Spirit Holiday Stocking Stuffers
By Bob Lipinski I am absolutely the best holiday shopper, and everyone loves my gifts! My secret… I do all my shopping in a liquor store (wine shop if you prefer), and it takes less than one hour. Forget those long lines, crowded malls, and roads that resemble parking...
Six Exciting Wines for Thanksgiving…
By Bob Lipinski Thanksgiving is always so special; from watching the Macy’s Day parade on television, to prepping and cooking the turkey, helping make vegetable courses, and creating my favorite… cranberry ice. Although I have favorite wines and producers that over...
The Ageability Of Beaujolais
By Bob Lipinski Many years ago, as a young journalist, I often heard that Beaujolais was intended to be drunk while still very young, and if over a year old, lost its appeal and charm and is best forgotten. Older journalists jokingly referred to Beaujolais Nouveau as...ABOUT BOB
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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