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Wine Philosophy

Nice glass of red wine (Sangiovese) surrounded at the base by a half dozen beautiful ripe red tomatoes. Nice warm brown background, out of focus

Why Tomato Sauce Ruins Most Red Wine, and Not This One

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Stop Letting Wine Be Background Noise

Stop Letting Wine Be Background Noise

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Pinot Blanc & Pinot Gris: What to Expect in the Glass

Pinot Blanc & Pinot Gris: What to Expect in the Glass

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Dry Riesling: What It Is and Why It Matters

Dry Riesling: What It Is and Why It Matters

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