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Fifteen Years of Grape Experiences: Savoring the World, One Glass at a Time
September 2016 marks a milestone, both personal and professional. It is the anniverary of 15 years of writing consistently about wine, food, and travel on my site, Grape Experiences! At its inception in 2011, I was still teaching Early Childhood Special Education in the public school system but had officially scheduled my retirement for four […] READ MORE The post Fifteen Years of Grape Experiences: Savoring the World, One Glass at a Time appeared first on Grape Experiences .
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Vineyard Values Have Fallen. Has Your Property Tax Assessment?
Anyone involved in California’s wine industry knows how dramatically the vineyard market has changed. Grape demand remains soft, contracts are harder to secure, farming costs continue to climb, and vineyard [...]
videoMystery Whisky Advent Calendar 2025 - Day 20
Welcome to Day 20 of my Mystery Whisky Advent Calendar. I have no idea what is in any of the 24 samples and could be 1 of 100+ different whiskies. Find all the advent calendar videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg7rqWNPxmciNgHw4jdsud2UAWE9RY33k - Contents - 0:00 - Start 0:55 - Nosing and tasting 6:28 - Reveal In this episode, I'm blind tasting Aqvavitae Barflies Ardnamurchan AD/04:16 CK 413, 55% abv. It was sent to me by Chay Francis. Have you tried this whisky? Let me know in t
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San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International Announces Recipients of Inaugural Wine Studies Grant
September 15, 2026 (San Francisco, CA) — The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI-SF) is proud to announce Kaysie Rogers of SingleThread Farms and Madison Michael of [...]
videoRanking Campbeltown Scotch Whiskies from BEST to Worst!
Springbank, Longrow, Hazelburn, Kilkerran and Glen Scotia... Who will win? Join me Jeff Whisky in this video as I rank the active distilleries from best to worst in my own opinion. SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/jeffwhisky Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChSPQQ4v5h89je_B0Mvus2g?sub_confirmation=1 🎉 Big shoutout to my amazing Patreon Bottle Slappers – you legends help keep this channel running and slapping! Join the community for early access an
videoMystery Whisky Advent Calendar 2025 - Day 18
Welcome to Day 18 of my Mystery Whisky Advent Calendar. I have no idea what is in any of the 24 samples and could be 1 of 100+ different whiskies. Find all the advent calendar videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg7rqWNPxmciNgHw4jdsud2UAWE9RY33k - Contents - 0:00 - Start 0:55 - Nosing and tasting 5:17 - Reveal In this episode, I'm blind tasting Heroes and Heretics The 48 Blend 10 Year Old, 48% abv. It was sent to me by No Nonsense Whisky. Have you tried this whisky? Let me know i
podcast· 31:19Podcast 843 – Csaba Szakál, Proprietor, En Garde Winery, Atlas Peak AVA, Napa & Sonoma
The En Garde Tasting room is located in Kenwood, Sonoma County, and Csaba Szakál is making more than half of his wine from Napa Valley grapes. While Atlas Peak is one of his most important AVA’s he makes wine from other areas including Diamond Mountain, Russian River, Petaluma Gap and others. I met up with [...]
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Vino Lingo – “Dumpty” Csaba Szakál, Proprietor, En Garde Winery, Atlas Peak AVA, Napa & Sonoma
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Csaba Szakál, Proprietor, En Garde Winery, Atlas Peak, Napa & Sonoma, defining the term “Dumpty”. Learn more by visiting engardewinery.com
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Vino Video – Csaba Szakál, Proprietor, En Garde Winery, Atlas Peak AVA, Napa & Sonoma
The En Garde Tasting room is located in Kenwood, Sonoma County, and Csaba Szakál is making more than half of his wine from Napa Valley grapes. While Atlas Peak is one of his most important AVA’s he makes wine from other areas including Diamond Mountain, Russian River, Petaluma Gap and others. I met up with [...]
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Three Cognac Cocktails Nobody Has Made Yet
We set ourselves a small rule: invent three cognac cocktails that, as far as we can tell, have never been made before. We web searched every recipe. What survived is built around three landscapes of the Charentes: sea, hayfield, and forest.
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How to Visit the New 7 Wonders of Portugal (2026)
What are the New 7 Wonders of Portugal ? On September 12, 2026, Portugal revealed the winners of its New 7 Wonders competition, nearly 20 years after the original 2007 edition. The seven winning sites span the country, from a Roman ruin in the Alentejo wine region to a cathedral in Lisbon .
videoDogliani DOCG Explained in 60 Seconds! 🍷🇮🇹
Dogliani DOCG Explained in 60 Seconds! 🍷🇮🇹 Santé, James © 2024 James Melendez / James the Wine Guy — All Rights Reserved. **** Social Networks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamespmelendez/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_melendez_jamesthewineguy/ WordPress: http://jamesthewineguy.wordpress.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/jamesthewineguy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jameswineguy/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/jamesthewineguy
videoCabernet Sauvignon Harvest (cool video!) 🍇
2026 Cabernet Sauvignon harvest in Alexander Valley, Sonoma, California. The hand harvested fruit is being sorted and destemmed prior to fermentation. #sonomacounty #californiawine #wineeducation #winelover #winenot #winemaker #grapeharvest #california #mwlife #masterofwine #bobpaulinski
videoMystery Whisky Advent Calendar 2025 - Day 19
Welcome to Day 19 of my Mystery Whisky Advent Calendar. I have no idea what is in any of the 24 samples and could be 1 of 100+ different whiskies. Find all the advent calendar videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg7rqWNPxmciNgHw4jdsud2UAWE9RY33k - Contents - 0:00 - Start 0:55 - Nosing and tasting 5:00 - Reveal In this episode, I'm blind tasting Henry McKenna Sour Mash Bourbon, 40% abv. It was sent to me by Whisky Amateur. Have you tried this whisky? Let me know in the comments. H
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Raising a Glass to Stranger Things: A Bourbon Time Travel from 1983 to the Season 5 Finale (Hawkins, Indiana Edition)
Stranger Things Season 5 finale, “The Right Side Up,” drops New Year’s Eve 2025 as 2026 begins. This Hawkins, Indiana drinking guide time-travels through the show’s 1983–1987 timeline (ending in fall 1987), calls out bottles that fit the era (including Blanton’s timing and the Beam Small Batch context), and gives watch-party Stranger Things cocktails to make. The post Raising a Glass to Stranger Things: A Bourbon Time Travel from 1983 to the Season 5 Finale (Hawkins, Indiana Edition) first appeared on BourbonBlog .
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Summer holiday
I have not long returned from a week's holiday and so have had no time to write up my weekly Sunday blog post. Watch out for it next Sunday.... I've meanwhile got mountains of laundry and admin to deal with first. Wish me luck.
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The wines of Collioure & Banyuls 2026
One of the highlights in my wine reporting calendar is to visit and taste the wines of Collioure, Banyuls, and the greater Côte Vermeille. This year, it’s a large batch with over 110 wines reviewed from AOC Collioure and the AOCs of Banyuls & Banyuls Grand Cru. Why am I so impassioned by a trip to the region? Simply look at the lead photo from Collioure where there are something like five beaches nestled around the village in natural coves. From all of them you either have a view of […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.
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AOC Collioure 2026
These wines were tasting in Banyuls, France at the offices at the Syndicat during the days of 25-26 May, 2026. Please see the full Regional Report for complete information as well as the Banyuls Report. For full access, please purchase a Personal Subscription or Commercial Subscription.
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AOC Banyuls & Banyuls Grand Cru 2026
These wines were tasting in Banyuls, France at the offices at the Syndicat during the days of 25-26 May, 2026. Please see the full Regional Report for complete information as well as the Collioure Report. For full access, please purchase a Personal Subscription or Commercial Subscription.
videoFood Experts Analyze the Perfect Hot Dog
Food experts reveal exactly what they look for when judging a hot dog, from its appearance and texture to its flavor and snap. Subscribe to Food & Wine: https://www.magazine.store/food-and-wine/ More ways to follow Food & Wine: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/foodandwine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foodandwine TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foodandwine Website: https://www.foodandwine.com Food & Wine inspires and empowers our food- and wine-obsessed community to eat, drink, entertain, and travel better—every day, everywhere. Watch for recipes, expert tips, and stories from the world of food and drink.
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video🇵🇷Descubran esta belleza de lugar en Mayagüez🍷
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Types of Therapy Used in Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs in Austin, Texas
Wondering what therapy actually looks like in drug and alcohol rehab? This guide covers the most effective drug rehab therapy approaches used in Austin, TX — from CBT and DBT to group therapy, family counseling, and holistic care — so you can choose treatment with confidence. The post Types of Therapy Used in Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs in Austin, Texas appeared first on Nova Recovery Center Near Austin Texas .
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INSIDER DEAL! 92-93 Point Tooth & Nail The Stand Petite Sirah 62% OFF
Save $24 a bottle on this Bulk Buy rated, big, deep, dark and tannic Petite Sirah. Don’t miss your chance ... Read more
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PHP vs IOP Drug Rehab Programs in Austin, Texas: What’s the Difference?
Trying to understand the difference between PHP and IOP drug rehab in Austin, Texas? This guide breaks down both levels of care — who they're designed for, how they compare, and how to choose the right fit for your recovery journey. The post PHP vs IOP Drug Rehab Programs in Austin, Texas: What’s the Difference? appeared first on Nova Recovery Center Near Austin Texas .