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Editorial Calendar*
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.
*Subject to the editorial advisory of our retail partners.
