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WINE REVIEW: 2016 Chateau Bu-De, '1660 Red Blend', Pennsylvania
by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Garnet color red, translucent core; Nose: Raspberry Palate: Chewy tannins. Medium acid. Raspberry, mint,...
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Feb 17, 20201 min read


WHEN IS A NOT A BAROLO, A BAROLO?
by Andrew Chalk When it is made by Enrico Serafino. The winery made Barolo before the DOCG boundaries were established and was...
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Feb 13, 20202 min read


LAPHROAIG INTRODUCES A 30-YEAR OLD MASTERPIECE
by Andrew Chalk Consistency may be the highest-rated value in Scotch whisky. Connoisseurs expect their tipple of choice to remain itself,...
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Feb 12, 20201 min read


WINE REVIEW: 2018 Sosie Wines ‘Bare Necessity’ Sparkling Rosé, Sonoma County ($30)
by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Color of sunset orange. Tiny bubbles; Nose: Rose petals, strawberry, medium intensity; Palate: Forward fruit...
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Feb 11, 20201 min read


WINE REVIEW: 2017 Zolo Cabernet Franc Reserve, Mendoza, Argentina ($19)
by Andrew Chalk THE WINERY Zolo was founded in 2003 by Patricia Ortiz. It produces several ranges of wines, distinguished by their price...
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Feb 5, 20202 min read


WINE REVIEW: Two Interesting Tuscan Sangiovese Wines
by Andrew Chalk 2016 Basile, ‘Cartacanta’, Montecucco Sangiovese, DOCG, Tuscany, Italy ($18) 2015 Peteglia Montecucco Sangiovese Riserva,...
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Feb 4, 20202 min read


IT’S A RUM DO
by Andrew Chalk Ever tasted white rum? It is unusual, but it may be about to experience a popularity boom. Diplomático Planas (SRP:...
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Feb 3, 20201 min read


Pour Me a Slice of Bourbon-Infused Cheese
by Andrew Chalk Basil Hayden’s has partnered with Utah-based creamery, Beehive Cheese, to create a one-of-a-kind Basil Hayden’s...
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Jan 31, 20201 min read


AVOCADOS TAKE TRINITY GROVES
by Andrew Chalk Opening today in Trinity Groves is AvoEatery, a casual restaurant dedicated to all things avocado. Every item on the...
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Jan 29, 20201 min read


WINE REVIEW: 2016 Adobe Road ‘Shift’ Red Wine, Sonoma Co., CA ($65)
by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Dark ruby with opaque core and rim; Nose: Briary, dark fruit (blackberry, black cherry), cedar, black pepper;...
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Jan 22, 20201 min read


Texas Wineries Start To Love New French Oak
by Andrew Chalk I am at the Texas Hill Country Wineries (THCW) Symposium in the Texas resort town of Marble Falls for the next two days....
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Jan 21, 20202 min read


EMPRESS 1908 GIN. A GIN FOR ALL SEASONS (ESPECIALLY THIS ONE)
by Andrew Chalk Gin is hot, or cold, depending how you like it. In this case Empress 1908 sent us some recipes to make cocktails with...
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Jan 21, 20201 min read


WHERE TO CELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEAR AND HOW TO DO IT
by Andrew Chalk Chinese New Year is the largest food festival in the world. This Saturday, January 25th, is the first day of the 15 day...
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Jan 20, 20201 min read


RESTAURANT UPDATE: SAINT ROCCO’S NEW YORK ITALIAN
by Andrew Chalk Saint Rocco’s may be the second most noticeable thing at Trinity Groves after only Santiago Calatrava’s magnificent...
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Jan 16, 20203 min read


The French Room, Dallas. Peerless Food Preparation In A Dingy, Denuded Room
by Andrew Chalk I went to the The French Room recently. My first visit since the post-restoration opening in October 2017, and the first...
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Jan 16, 20203 min read


Your New Sparkling Wine From Italy? Trentodoc!
by Andrew Chalk This is the location for the article.
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Jan 15, 20201 min read


Flat Top Hills -- 4th Generation Wine
by Andrew Chalk Big news of a new line from one of the most famous wine families in America... Fourth Generation Mondavis Drive Vision...
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Jan 15, 20202 min read


D’USSÉ COGNAC VSOP CAN WARD OFF THE COLD OF JANUARY!
by AndrewChalk According to their folks... D’USSÉ is a full-bodied VSOP blend with a powerful, complex taste and a pleasantly smooth...
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Jan 14, 20201 min read


WINE REVIEW: 2008 ARÍNZANO GRAN VINO DOP PAGO DE ARINZANO ($80)
by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Opaque, garnet with some browning at edges; Nose: Cedar, figs, oak; Palate: Huge, chewy tannins. Years of...
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Jan 13, 20201 min read


Smash the Chicken Barrier This Weekend!
by Andrew Chalk Smashburger is now another contender in the crowded chicken category with its 70% bigger, cracker crusted Crispy Chicken...
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Jan 11, 20201 min read


WINE REVIEW: 2017 Quinto da Fonte Souto Branco, Portalegre, Alentejo DOC, Portugal ($16)
by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Pale gold. Clear; Nose: Pineapple, yellow apples, blood oranges; Palate: Good phenolic grip. Grippy texture....
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Jan 10, 20201 min read


What Makes Wine From Santa Lucia Highlands Distinctive?
by Andrew Chalk See here
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Jan 9, 20201 min read


WINE REVIEW: 2015 La Valentina Spelt, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva, Italy ($20)
by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Intense garnet, blackberry; Nose: Dark fruit (blackberry, black cherry), pine needles; Palate:...
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Jan 9, 20201 min read


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