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Newer posts →The Decline of Rome.
February 2, 2011Romans discovered that mixing lead with wine not only helped preserve wine, but also gave it a sweet taste and smooth texture. Chronic lead poisoning has often been cited as one of the causes of the decline of Rome.
Posted in Facts | Leave a comment //Friends of James Beard Foundation Benefit Dinner at One Ocean
February 1, 2011 Posted in Events | Leave a comment //The FLASQ – It’s What’s Inside That Counts
February 1, 2011It’s funny, I had a dream a few nights ago that someone was trying to sell me a wine that was packaged in a polystyrene bottle. I woke up the next morning and read this story! The FLASQ (produced … Continue reading
Posted in News | Leave a comment //Oenophobia–The Worst Phobia Known to Man!
January 31, 2011Oenophobia is an intense fear or hatred of wine. Supposedly, people who suffer from this phobia often do so because of the complexity that involves choosing and drinking wine. Oenophobia is also referred to as a type of social anxiety … Continue reading
Posted in Facts | 10 Comments //Walgreens Launches New Wine Brand for American Heart Month
January 31, 2011Walgreens is set to launch a new private label wine in the next few weeks. Colby Red is a California blend of Cabernet, Zinfandel, Shiraz, Merlot and Petite Sirah and will retail for $12.99. The wine is dedicated to … Continue reading
Posted in News | Leave a comment //Riondo Prosecco NV
January 28, 2011Grape Prosecco di Valdobbiadene [Val-do-bi-ad-en-ay] Facts Prosecco is made using a much simpler method than true Champagne. Instead of fermenting in the bottle (as Champagne is), Prosecco grapes are fermented in large stainless steel vats. There are a … Continue reading
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