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October 7, 2011 Posted in Facts, News | Tagged Germany, Gewurztraminer, Infograph, Mosel, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Rheinhessen, Riesling, Spatburgunder | Leave a comment //James Bond and Champagne – Best Not Shaken or Stirred.
September 30, 2011James Bond, Ian Fleming’s fictional spy character, is portrayed as a frequent drinker of Champagne. A count reveals thirty-five occasions in which the character was portrayed drinking champagne in Bond films. The favorite Champagne of Mr Bond? That would be … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged Bollinger, Champagne, James Bond, Roger Moore, Sean Connery | Leave a comment //Antioxidant-Rich Beverages
September 25, 2011 Posted in Facts | Tagged Antioxidants, Health | 1 Comment //How to Order Wine Without Looking Like an Amateur.
September 23, 2011No-one likes to look like a total novice when choosing a wine in a decent restaurant. A book could probably be written on the subject (and I’m sure there is); but at least for now, I’ve put together just a … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged How to Order Wine, How to Order Wine Without Looking Like an Amateur, Ordering wine, Ordering wine in a restaurant | 1 Comment //White Zinfandel – Accidents Do Happen…Unfortunately…
September 22, 2011The story goes that the history of White Zinfandel began by accident at the Sutter Home Winery. When a tank of Zinfandel didn’t ferment as dry as expected, winemaker Bob Trinchero decided to create a blush wine, and they began … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged Bob Trinchero, White Zinfandel | 1 Comment //The Origin of the Booze Cruise
September 14, 2011National Prohibition (1920-1933) led to a huge boom in the cruise industry. By taking what were advertised as “cruises to nowhere,” people could legally consume alcohol as soon as the ship entered international waters where they would typically cruise in … Continue reading
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