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WHERE ON EARTH CAN I GET SOME TEXAS WINE MADE FROM ITALIAN GRAPE VARIETIES?
by Andrew Chalk Earlier this year I reviewed the Neapolitan pizza restaurant in San Antonio, Dough. It was distinguished not just by the...
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Aug 2, 20223 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Smith Devereux La Fleur Rosé, CA ($25)
by Andrew Chalk TASTING NOTES Appearance: Copper and Texas sunset; Nose: Strawberry and roses; Palate: Medium-plus acid, strawberry...
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Jul 28, 20222 min read
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It Is Time We Introduced The Italian Passion for Aperitivos and Digestivos
by Andrew Chalk In Italy, it's a culture. The pre-meal appetite enhancer or aperitivo (aperitif in French) and the post-meal...
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Jul 27, 20221 min read
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Flat Top Hills 2021 Buttery Chardonnay, CA ($14)
by Andrew Chalk FROM THE WIRES… For Immediate Release Flat Top Hills Expands Line-Up with Buttery Chardonnay Pour a glass and tune in to...
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Jul 24, 20221 min read
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JAJA TEQUILA FOR NATIONAL TEQUILA DAY JULY 24th
by Andrew Chalk With National Tequila Day this weekend on Sun, Jul 24th, JAJA Tequila is offering cocktail options utilizing all three of...
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Jul 22, 20222 min read
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Rombauer Zinfandel Is For Barbecue!
FROM THE WIRES... Delight in your happy place by sharing the comforts of a backyard barbecue with friends, family and the 2019 California...
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Jul 20, 20221 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Line 39 California Bargains
by Andrew Chalk Simplicity is a way of life at Line 39, where premium wines are crafted with care, and each bottle fully embraces the joy...
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Jul 19, 20221 min read
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MASON'S TOP GUN
by Andrew Chalk Robb and Dilek Parr, founders of Parr Vineyards, can say exactly when their futures became interwoven with Texas wine. It...
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Jul 17, 20223 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Gehricke 2014 Zinfandel, Ponzo Vineyard, Sonoma Valley, CA ($49)
by Andrew Chalk A few years ago California Zinfandels were massive fruit bombs in their youth, fruit that faded in only a handful of...
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Jul 13, 20221 min read
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Summer Wine Essentials from Martini & Rossi
FROM THE WIRES... Summer is here, which means it’s time to start locking in summer plans with friends and family, and nothing brings...
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Jul 12, 20221 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Lohsa 2019 Terre del Poliziano, Morellino di Scansano DOCG.Italy ($16)
by Andrew Chalk Outside of the central Tuscan regions mentioned above, the other key pillar of Tuscan wine production is its coastal...
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Jul 12, 20221 min read
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Drinks For Dad!
by Andrew Chalk Some drinks we have mentioned before here that seem particularly apposite for Dad's day on June 19th. Mijenta Tequila is...
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Jul 11, 20221 min read
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THE BADASS OF MASON COUNTY
by Andrew Chalk An early summer stop at the quirkily-named Fly Gap Winery where Brock Estes makes around 800 cases of wine a year in his...
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Jul 10, 20226 min read
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Mezcal Mavens: Check Out Ojo de Tigre
by Andrew Chalk They already picked up tabs on Cinco de Mayo. Watch out for more promotions in the near future! Sample.
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Jul 7, 20221 min read
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Neal Family Vineyard Announces Over $200,000 Raised Through Its Namesake Scholarship Program
by Andrew Chalk FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Neal Family Vineyard Announces Over $200,000 Raised Through Its Namesake Scholarship Program...
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Jul 6, 20222 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Gary Farrell 2018 Pinot Noir, Hallberg Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma Co. ($60)
by Andrew Chalk Gary Farrell is a leading producer of Sonoma County pinot noir and this wine continues the record. The tradition goes...
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Jul 6, 20221 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Memento Mori 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA ($250)
by Andrew Chalk Little known but likely to be renowned in the future, Memento Mori is best summarized by winemaker Sam Kaplan:...
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Jul 5, 20221 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Fattoria Selvapiana 2018 Bucerchiale, Chianti Rufina, Italy ($36)
by Andrew Chalk First created in 1979, Bucerchiale is Selvapiana's flagship wine, a Riserva-level Chianti Rùfina crafted from the grapes...
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Jul 4, 20221 min read
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DUCA DI SALAPARUTA - INTRODUCING THREE WINES FROM TOP SICILIAN WINERY
by Andrew Chalk Wines of Sicily have been on a tear the last few years as people discover their distinctive grape varieties and value for...
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Jul 1, 20222 min read
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Grand Brulot Cocktail Thoughts...
by Andrew Chalk Some thought on cocktails from the folks at Grand Brulot Grand Brulot Espresso Martini For this classic espresso martini,...
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Jul 1, 20221 min read
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July 4th - Try Reposado!
by Andrew Chalk It looks like Dallas is in for a hot July 4th. Time for some cocktails, and why not add JAJA Reposado Tequila to the...
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Jun 30, 20221 min read
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Stewart's Sodas are now Spiked!
FROM THE WIRES... Stewart’s premium craft sodas, made with cane sugar and natural flavors, have been all-American favorites since...
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Jun 30, 20221 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Ancient Peaks 2021 Rosé, Santa Margarita Ranch, Paso Robles, CA ($26)
by Andrew Chalk Despite it's prosaic name, this wine is actually 100% pinot noir. It is a copper hue. Aromas of melons, white flowers,...
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Jun 29, 20221 min read
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WINE REVIEW: Ferrari-Carano 2019 Chardonnay, Sonoma County, CA ($22)
by Andrew Chalk Ferrari-Carano’s 2019 Chardonnay is a truly versatile wine, making it an ideal choice for spring. This wine is composed...
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Jun 27, 20221 min read
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