Cloudline pinot noir has French oak, great fruit flavors, and it’s light and easy drinking. For summer, I’ve chosen to highlight this wine for a...
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This is the Perfect Zinfandel to Kick Off the Grilling Season
Learn about zinfandel. For May, I’ve picked a terrific California zinfandel to kick off the grilling season. Klinker Brick Winery in Lodi,...
This Rosé Has Serious Street Cred at a Steal of a Price
Triennes rosé is nice and dry with bright, crisp strawberry and melon flavors, and great acidity. For April, I have chosen a wonderful rosé with...
The Vine Room Brings the California Wine Scene to Hopkins
Hopkins’ new The Vine Room offers wine and a Cali vibe downtown. Ali Hanson may be the owner of The Vine Room, a recently opened wine bar in...
This Wine Has an Everyday Price-point, but Doesn’t Taste Like It
Aviary Cabernet Sauvignon is just $15.99, and would be a great contender in a blind tasting. For March, I’ve chosen a wine that is great for the...
This Italian Blend is the Perfect Wine for Valentine’s Day
For Valentine’s Day, sip on an Italian blend from Banfi. I’ve chosen a great red wine from Banfi for February. Banfi has long been known for...
How to Pair Cheese, Wine and Chocolate for a Perfect Valentine’s Day Spread
Local cheesemongers and wine experts share their recommendations for a perfect Valentine’s Day spread. Whether you’re hosting a romantic dinner,...
3 Unconventional Destinations for a Wine-focused Vacation
Take a wine-focused vacation that bucks the clichés. When you think of wine, food and travel, places like Napa and Italy typically first come to...
The Best Sparkling Wines for the Holidays
Local liquor expert Kevin Castellano recommends some great sparkling wines. For December I’ve chosen some great sparkling wines—something a bit...
Sauvignon Blanc is Our Wine Expert’s Thanksgiving Dinner Go-to
It’s time to start planning Thanksgiving dinner, and sauvignon blanc is always a good pairing for turkey, ham and sweet potatoes. For November I’ve...
October Wine Recommendation: Pour a Glass of GD Vajra’s Blends
GD Vajra from Piedmont, Italy makes terrific wines, and while their single varietal ones are great, our columnist says the blend is a good way to...
This Delicious White Wine is Like Sauvignon Blanc Meets Chardonnay
Montenidoli makes a wonderful vernaccia di San Gimignano. For September, I’ve selected an often overlooked grape varietal, though it comes from a...
Minnesota Winery Alliance Hopes to Bring Oenophiles to Big Woods
Consortium of winemakers hopes to develop regional wine trail. Most wine lovers have heard of Napa Valley and Sonoma, but what about the Big Woods...
Forget Everything You Think You Know About Riesling
For many, this grape is panned as only a sweet white wine for novices, and this is just not so. Forget everything you think you know about Riesling....
Drink This Savory, Spicy Wine with Your Next Burger
For April, I’ve chosen something really cool and different. Rioja might be a familiar wine region to many, and is a great source for outstanding...
Try California Wine Country for Your Next Family Vacation
Kids can enjoy a trip to wine country as much as Mom and Dad. If you ask our kids to name their top travel experiences, they will surely tell you...
5 Ways to Cook with Wine
Father-daughter sommelier and chef team talk cooking and pairing. There are more ways than you might expect to cook “with” wine. Here are a few of...
February’s Drink Pick: A Full-bodied Red Wine That’s a Great Value
Enjoy this one with beef or veggie stew, roast beef or chocolatey desserts. For February, try a great red blend from Washington State. Much like its...
Hennepin County’s First Farm Winery Offers Tastings, Tours and More
Newcomer Painter Creek Winery & Cidery offers drinks and on-site events. Minnesota’s cold climate doesn’t seem like an ideal place to grow...
Charcuterie Board and Wine Pairings that are Sure to Impress Your Guests
Local experts dish out their tips for creating the perfect charcuterie board—and beverage pairings—to set a no-fuss tone for New Year’s Eve...
