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We Asked 10 Sommeliers: What Bottle Is a Green Flag When You See It on a Wine List?

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On the other hand, some signals can indicate good times ahead, whether that be a friendly server, complimentary bread service, or a stellar wine list. But what makes for a standout wine program? Curious which regions or winemakers sommeliers look for? Their wines are brisk, challenging, and hard to get a hold of.

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Wine Do You Wish People Ordered More? (2024)

VinePair

Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating. With so many choices, it’s easy to throw in the towel and stick to the wines you know best. Nicole Castro Garro, wine director, Lita , Aberdeen, N.J. The mother of Cabernet Sauvignon is so complex, floral, fruity, and delicious.

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Book Review: One Thousand Vines: A New Way to Understand Wine

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Whether it is discussing the geology and topography of France, the process of premature oxidation, or the neurological reactions occurring in the brain while tasting wine, Lepeltier’s writing demands the utmost attention. And this is just a high-level overview of the book’s contents.

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A New Wave of French Wine Bars

Imbibe Magazine

For Jorge Riera , the headline-making, French-heavy wine lists he created for New York City’s Frenchette aren’t especially new—for him. To Jon Bonné, managing editor of Resy and author of The New French Wine (Ten Speed Press, 2023), the return of France as a dominant news peg in the wine world feels a little like a homecoming.

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VINSights: How to Pair Wine By Cooking Method

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While following the old adage about serving white wines with fish and red wines with meat will work reasonably well, it’s possible to take your wine-pairing skills to the next level by learning a few tricks of the trade. Foods that are raw or cooked without browning often pair best with wines that are young, unoaked and fresh.

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The 14 Best Booze Books to Buy This Holiday Season (2023)

VinePair

But we’re also keen on sharing the knowledge that makes their contents special, and that’s where the best new drinks books come in. Among them, you’ll find a deep dive into French wine, a love letter to one of the world’s most underrated spirits, foolproof methods for nailing cocktail techniques every time, and much more.

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2024 Holiday Gift Guide

Imbibe Magazine

8-pack Books Spirited Women: Makers, Shakers, and Trailblazers in the World of Cocktails Through stories, recipes, and illustrations, writer Sammi Katz and illustrator Olivia McGiff profile 55 groundbreaking women of the drinks world. Her new book offers family stories, historical notes on African brewing, and more than 80 recipes.

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