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South American Wines at e2 Restaurant
Despite the (never ending) wintry weather – everyone showed up last evening to learn about some South American wines at Chef Kate Romane’s e2 Restaurant (www.e2pgh.com). Our go-to staffers (Adam and Will) were ready for us, but we got extra … Continue reading
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Tagged Bodega Norton, carmenere, Clos Apalta, Cono Sur, e2, Felino, Lapostolle, Santa Julia Brut
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First ever PLCB sale!
For our friends in Pennsylvania, be sure to check out the PLCB stores in the next two days. The PA Liquor Control Board is trying a sale for the first time ever! For two days (Thursday and Friday Feb 13, … Continue reading
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Tagged De Chanceny Vouvray Brut, Juve Y Camps, Sparkling Wine, Veuve d'Argent
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Quantum Theatre “Madagascar” pre-show tasting
Fifty people joined us last Friday evening for the Quantum Theatre production of “Madagascar” – One of Quantum Theatre’s unique features is that every production is produced in a new space, almost never a traditional theatre space. And since “Madagascar” … Continue reading
Screaming Good Deal: Dopff & Irion “Crustaces” Alsace 2012 !!
Need a white to sip by itself or with light fish dishes? Here’s a lovely white made from grapes that may be unfamiliar, but the wine packs pleasing juicy flavors with fine balance. Sylvaner is the main grape component for … Continue reading
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Holiday Bubbly Recommendations!
For the past several years I have organized a holiday happy hour for friends and colleagues (especially ‘Grapenuts’ and the private dinner group http://www.off-the-grid.ws). The ‘Big Bubbly Blowout’ has been a favorite event of mine, but this year, my professional … Continue reading
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Tagged Anna de Codorniu, Champagne, Gruet Brut, Mesnil, prosecco, Villa Chiara Prosecco
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Screaming Good Deal – Chateau de Campuget, Le Campuget Blanc 2012
As the season moves toward autumn with holidays on the horizon, I am often asked by friends and colleagues to suggest a ‘party wine’ – something inexpensive, but good. These are often mutually exclusive terms, but occasionally a wine pops … Continue reading
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Tagged Chateau de Campuget, Costieres de Nimes, Grenache Blanc, Viognier
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Next up: Rhone Tasting!
Our Bordeaux tasting/dinner at e2 (www.e2pgh.com) was certainly tasty and instructive – so we are moving forward to our next region where we will dive into some interesting wines of the Rhone region. We will taste and discuss the wines … Continue reading
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Tagged Chateau de Beaucastel, Chateauneuf du Pape, Domaine de la Solitude, e2, Grenache, J.L. Chave, rhone, Syrah
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Bordeaux tasting dinner – Right vs Left Bank
As our seasons migrate from light-hearted Summer to more serious Autumn – I thought the seasonal change warranted a slightly more serious approach to our tasting programs. While my wine-enthusiast friends in http://www.off-the-grid.ws and Grapenuts will surely let me know … Continue reading
Australian Wine and Food (and Cheese) at Marty’s Market
Another beautiful evening was spent with the nice folks at Marty’s Market – Regina and her Chef Steve and their entire crew made us feel welcome yet again with some great food. And as always, the mixture of food, wine, … Continue reading
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Tagged Bleasdale Red Brute, Bremerton, d'Arenberg, Dry Riesling, GSM, Leeuwin Estate, Shiraz, Stump Jump
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Women Wine Dinner
We are all excited about our wine and menu for our upcoming “OTG Women Wine Dinner” http://www.off-the-grid.ws . Graciously hosted at e2 (www.e2pgh.com ) by chef/owner Kate Romane – the combination of tasty menu and delicious wines caused this event … Continue reading
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Tagged chateau d'Or et de Gueules, Eden Hall Shiraz, Jean-Luc Colombo
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