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Valentine's Day Advice: Bubbly! Feb. 05, 2019
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, getting it "right" is top of mind for many. A box of ch... Read More
The Gallo Juggernaut Jan. 29, 2019
Wine enthusiasts of a certain age fondly remember Gallo Hearty Burgundy, the king of the jug wines t... Read More
No, Thank You. I Don't Drink. Jan. 17, 2019
DR. WALLACE: I'm 17 and go to parties where alcohol is served. When offered any alcoholic beverage, ... Read More
Import Winery of the Year Dec. 25, 2018
It was a bountiful year for Castello Banfi, the American-owned treasure in the Montalcino District o... Read More
No Booze, Please Dec. 10, 2018
Dear Annie: The adults in our family, all of whom are blessed with the necessities of life, have enj... Read More
All That Sparkles Nov. 27, 2018
Chances are good that sometime over the next month or so, someone will put a glass of bubbly in your... Read More
10 Great Wines for the Holidays Nov. 20, 2018
Whether you are throwing a party, looking for a gift or planning a holiday dinner, great wines for a... Read More
Late Bottled Vintage Port Nov. 06, 2018
This week's "Wine Talk" tasting notes feature a delicious late bottled vintage port, or LBV, from Do... Read More
A Word About Price Oct. 30, 2018
How much should a bottle of wine cost? I pose the question because I was intrigued recently by an on... Read More
Three Harvest Hot Spots Oct. 23, 2018
Harvest is a special time in wine country. Trucks loaded with grapes chug down narrow country roads,... Read More
3 Grapes to Know for Fall Oct. 09, 2018
As autumn leaves drift past my window, I am reminded it is time to visit the wine cellar and dust of... Read More
The Merlot Myth Sep. 11, 2018
No doubt some would be surprised to learn the Duckhorn Three Palms Merlot retails for around $100 a ... Read More
Changing Health Trends Sep. 10, 2018
Q: I've been hearing for years that red wine is good for your heart, but my daughter has been gettin... Read More
Wine, Castles and Intrigue in Franconia, Germany Sep. 02, 2018
By Candyce H. Stapen We drove in search of storybook villages, historic palaces, vineyards and Franc... Read More
Spend Some Time in Laudable Lompoc Aug. 26, 2018
By Richard Carroll Central California's Santa Barbara County — bordered by the mighty Pacific ... Read More
I Introduced Him to Alcohol Jul. 20, 2018
DR. WALLACE: You were quite brisk in your response to the parents who wanted to teach their son to ... Read More
Cuvaison Looking Good at 50 Jul. 03, 2018
The Napa Valley winery Cuvaison is coming up on its 50th anniversary, which makes it one of the earl... Read More
Drop Her Immediately Jun. 22, 2018
DR. WALLACE: I've been dating a girl for more than six months and we have a very "rocky" relationshi... Read More
10 Delicious Wines for Dad Jun. 12, 2018
The last two weeks, my inbox has been peppered with suggestions for the perfect Father's Day wine. W... Read More
Mom is an Alcoholic May. 26, 2018
DR. WALLACE: I live with my mother and father. My dad is a good man and works hard to support my mot... Read More
