Blog Post #13 – Education
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Blog Post #55 – Wine of the Month (September)
For the month of September, I have chosen Ruffino’s Riserva Ducale Oro, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, 2019. This classic Sangiovese is available at Clinton Wine & Spirits and can probably be had a most wine stores at the medium to high end of Billy’s price range. The ’19s are out now, but you may still…
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Blog Post #54 – Education
With this post, I will begin a series on the Noble Grapes, as defined by my notes from the National Wine School (NWS) and the Oxford Companion to Wine (OCtW). According to the NWS there are 3 white and 6 red noble grapes. The three white ones are Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay. I will…
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Blog Post #53 – Food & Wine: Restaurant (main course)
For me, a good cut of meat is a dine out treat, especially at “high end” restaurants. My personal favorite is Filet Mignon (4 or 6 oz.) with mashed potatoes and a vegetable, usually asparagus or broccoli. You may be a NY Strip or Ribeye fan; I will occasionally have a strip, instead of the…