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Spring 2009

Brilliant Wines of Northern Italy
It’s no secret that northern Italy is best known for its big reds, but don’t overlook the region’s excellent whites from Collio, Soave, and even Tuscany. Our feature will showcase the region’s notable whites.

The New Frontier
From Malbec to Torrontes to Cabernet Sauvignon, Argentina is the hot topic in the expanding world of wine. Our feature will explore the country’s wine evolution from mass production to premium wine.

Spring Has Sprung
Carrots, cucumbers, and other garden delights are sprucing up the season’s freshest cocktail recipes.

Anything But Sideways
Made famous by the hit movie Sideways, Santa Barbara has become a must-see destination for wine lovers. Our feature will look at the evolution of the region and the wonderful wines being produced there.

Summer 2009

Spotlight On: Paso Robles
This Central Coast region is making more refined wines than ever. Once considered a place of blowsy, ultra-ripe wines, the area is fine-tuning its offerings, and is now an epicenter for Rhônestyle American wines.

Mix It Up
Tired of tonic water and orange juice mixers? We’ll shake up your cocktail life with a showcase of new liqueurs and haute mixers.

Tropical Twist
Skip the Bahamas. This summer, bring home the tropics with these flashy and fun cocktail recipes.

Chablis: The Purest Chardonnay
Many people who say they don’t like Chardonnay have never tried those produced in the region of Chablis. Our feature will showcase this aromatic, dry white wine that is perfect for summer.

Fall 2009

Irish Invention
If Ireland is famous for one beverage, it’s Guinness. If it’s famous for two, Irish Whiskey is next in line. And the buck doesn't stop at Jameson. Our feature looks at the history of the country’s most famed spirit, and what Irish Whiskey lovers can look forward to in the future.

Oktoberfest
In the spirit of Oktoberfest, we explore the extravagant side of beer by pairing various brews with gourmet artisan cheeses.

Monterey Cool
It may not have the flashiness of Napa Valley, but the laid-back attitude of Monterey County has been translated into many elegant wines. Our feature will showcase the Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays, Syrahs, and Rieslings that are full of finesse.

The Romance of Rioja
One of Spain’s most notable wine regions, Rioja continues to modernize with great results. Our feature explores all the excitement of the region and its interesting varietals.

Holiday 2009

Big and Bold
Made in the Valpolicella area of Italy, Amarone is big and bold with high alcohol content. Our feature will showcase Amarones being produced by both traditional methods and newer, high-tech approaches.

Rich Vivacity
Cognac has a certain luxury to it. And the brandy’s popularity in America is increasing by the minute. Our feature will look at the excitement surrounding Cognac and it’s evolution in the American market.

Just a Splash
What could possibly make sticky toffee pudding, poached apples, and hearty black bean soup better? Well, a touch of alcohol, of course. Our feature will showcase warming winter recipes that are enhanced with a little tipple.

Holiday Bright
The holidays simply aren’t the holidays without a perfect bottle of California Cabernet Sauvignon on the dinner table. Our feature will explore the various areas of the Sunshine State producing this lovely red.

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