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Dave Slayton
February 14, 2025

Wine and Chocolate; Would Cupid Approve?

If you like wine and chocolate, why not enjoy them together? You can, but there are things to consider. Lucia Capretti’s article, “The Ultimate Guide to Wine and Chocolate Pairing, ” which appeared on The Tasting Table website recently, is a good source for these things to consider. For example, I like dark chocolate with... Read More
The Wine Spot
January 15, 2025

RESOLVE TO TAKE SOME CHANCES

It is that time of the year again. A time for making New Year’s resolutions. If you enjoy wine, please consider this one of your New Year’s resolutions. Try a new wine each month. Like many, I have my favorites, and I enjoy them. Still, I often find myself in a rut, continuously drinking the same... Read More
The Wine Spot
December 10, 2024

May There Be Sparkle in Your Holiday Season

While we’re fans of sparkling wine any time of year, there’s no question that the holiday season is the time to break out the bubbly. From spirited cocktail parties to elaborate dinners with family and friends, the holiday season is about special occasions, and we love celebrating with bubbles in hand. And who can blame us? There’s... Read More
The Wine Spot
October 17, 2024

Amarone: A Treasure from Northern Italy

A friend tasted the red Italian wine Amarone (ama·​ro·​ne) a couple of years ago and still speaks of its delicious flavor. I’m not surprised.  Amarone is an Italian wine classification for typically rich dry red wine made from the partially dried grapes of the Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella variety. Valpolicella, the source of Amarone, is in the province of Verona, within... Read More
The Wine Spot
September 19, 2024

A Glass of Rubies, Please

When you read a wine review, the wine’s color is usually mentioned in the description. In the article “What if gemstones were fine wines?” appearing on the website jewelrycult.com, the writer says wines are often described as precious and fascinating gemstones, so we combined them in this article. The first wine used in the article... Read More
The Wine Spot
August 16, 2024

Wine and Fashion: Is there a connection?

“Fashion and wine are both works of art that can instantly capture your heart.” – Michele Ouellet, Fashion Model & Winery Owner. Wine Enthusiast recently unveiled a captivating article titled “Your Illustrated Guide to Pairing Fashion and Wine.” In this intriguing piece, they introduce some renowned fashion designers and pair each one with a wine... Read More
The Wine Spot
July 5, 2024

Wines for a Summer Sip

What foods come to mind when you think of summer? I bet deviled eggs are on your list. They are a chilled mainstay for a picnic or any summer meal. A cool, crisp Sauvignon Blanc, with its versatile pairing options, would beautifully complement your savory deviled egg. Speaking of mainstays, I can’t imagine a summer meal... Read More
The Wine Spot
June 18, 2024

No Sugar Added?

Once, while working in a wine shop, I was told that one regular customer had an adverse reaction in their GI tract after consuming a well-known domestic Pinot Noir. The same customer reacted differently after consuming a European brand of Pinot Noir. I tried to find the sugar content in the national brand. Still, after... Read More
The Wine Spot
May 6, 2024

May I Have a Glass of Versatility, Please?

May I Have a Glass of Versatility, Please? At a recent wine tasting, I was asked what one wine could be offered to guests being served a wide variety of appetizers at a social gathering. Here is my “two cents worth”. A sparkling Rosé based on Pinot Noir that has the “Brut” (middle grade) sweetness classification. Why?... Read More
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