Chillin’ With Rosé Wines

Chillin’ With Rosé Wines

By Bob Lipinski Warm weather means outdoor events, picnics, beaches, and, of course, plenty of chilled beer and wine. Some of the most enjoyable wines to drink during warm weather are rosés, most of which are light-bodied and off-dry, often with a “spritz” of bubbles....
The Evolution of Long Island Wines

The Evolution of Long Island Wines

By Bob Lipinski Long Island stretches across the land mass of the same name, located east of New York City, and separated from Connecticut by the Long Island Sound. The Atlantic Ocean, Long Island Sound, and the Great Peconic Bay moderate temperatures to ward off...
Solving The Leftover Dilemma

Solving The Leftover Dilemma

By Bob Lipinski When your friends and relatives have finally said goodbye (and left you in peace), there’s the task of cleaning up; everyone’s least favorite thing to do. If you have a few pieces of cheese, a bottle or two of wine, and a half-dozen corks remaining…...
Lodi — America’s Zinfandel Capital

Lodi — America’s Zinfandel Capital

By Bob Lipinski Lodi, the largest and most important Central Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area) designated in 1986, is home to over 20 percent of California’s total wine grape production, with over 100,000 acres of vineyards. Located in the northern part of the...
Throwing A Super Bowl Party

Throwing A Super Bowl Party

By Bob Lipinski The Super Bowl, the ultimate battle between the best football team in the AFC and NFC, will take place this year on Sunday, February 12, 2023. Typically, a super bowl party consists of beer, dips, chips, salsa, hot dogs, and more beer. I have some...
Italy’s Big Three Grapes — Aglianico, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese

Italy’s Big Three Grapes — Aglianico, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese

By Bob Lipinski It was over 30 years ago that the Dean of Italian Wine Writers, Burton Anderson, when writing about world-class grape varieties, decreed that France has Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, and Germany has Riesling, but Italy, has three that...

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