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American Bubbles

Bill Coy rounds up four versatile, sparkling American wines that go with any season.

January 2011

by Bill Coy

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Alsace: Germance Personified

From Riesling to pinot gris, wine columnist Bill Coy picks five Alsatian whites from Alsace, France.

May 2009

Oregon Wines

Oregon

There are several wine regions in Oregon and a diverse selection of grapes—syrah, pinot blanc, cabernet sauvignon.

April 2009

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

With such a wide array of styles that include fruity, rich, and tannic notes, there's a cabernet sauvignon for every taste.

March 2009

Malbec

The malbec grape may be hot, but it is not new. The Argentines have been growing it for decades, and the French have been using it for centuries.

February 2009

Nicolas Feuillatte Rose Champagne

Champagne

French champagne is the most versatile beverage in the wine world, and, as Bill Coy has found, always a treat.

January 2009

Chateau L'ermitage white wine

Winter Whites

These winter whites are sure to soothe and warm your taste buds.

December 2008

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Red Wines of Portugal

Complicated wine labels and traditions that date all the way back to 600 B.C. can make Portugeuse red wines a bit formidable, but Chuck Kanski, owner of Solo Vino will help you master them.

November 2008

Features: Our Favorite Wine Bars

Our Favorite Wine Bars

Our selection of the best places around the Twin Cities to broaden your wine repertoire while winning over your palate.

November 2008

Wine Line: 2005 Saumur red wine

Loire Valley Reds

Though the Loire valley is mostly known for its whites, it’s also home to some hidden gems of the red wine world. Bill Coy offers insight into these delicious wines.

October 2008

Peachy Canyon Winery's Paso Robles Zinfandel

Zinfandel: America’s Adopted Favorite

Find out which zin Bill Coy tags as “Yummy!” plus which zin to pair with your dinner tonight.

September 2008

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American Made

See why wine has become deeply ingrained in American culinary culture, from rhubarb wine in Minnesota to pineapple wine in Hawaii.

August 2008

Whites of Australia

Whites of Australia

Who knew that the land down under could also be home to such exotic, mouth-watering wines? Ditch the kangaroos, and come have a sip.

July 2008

Deciphering Wine Lingo

Deciphering Wine Lingo

Earthy, tannic, clean. Understanding wine lingo can be as difficult as learning a new language.

June 2008

Quattro Mani Montepulciano D'Abruzzo

The Full Monte

It doesn't make sense that Montepulciano, Italy, doesn't grow Montepulciano grapes, but its wines are still just as tasty.

May 2008

Half Price at Full Price

In the wine world, price does not always connote quality and there are often great value wines that taste just like the high-buck stuff.

April 2008

Chile's Season

Chile's Season

Chile's wine region is the most isolated and protected in the world, resulting in consistent and world-class French grape varietals.

March 2008

Beaujolais wine

Beaujolais: Nouveau or No

Beaujolais is the southern-most section of Burgundy, and its wines are made from the gamay grape.

February 2008

Reds of Piedmont

Reds of Piedmont

Big, bold, complex, and expensive! If you love Napa cabernet, Bordeaux, or brunello (from Tuscany), you just may find a new love in the reds of Piedmont.

January 2008

Chateau Hallet Sauternes

No Champagne? No Problem

If you don’t love Champagne, don’t drink it on New Year’s Eve. Instead, toast with chardonnay or pinot noir at the stroke of midnight.

December 2007

Wine Gifts

Wine Gifts

There is a difference between sharing wine and giving wine. Here is the protocol when giving wine as a gift.

November 2007




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