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Jane Staples

Fabulous Faustino I - Gran Reserva Rioja 2010 A wine icon, made with passion.

Rioja, Spain, D.O.C. The bottle is empty, but the memory lingers on. This was definitely one of my top wine picks of 2021. Rich,...

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Spring is Rosé Time! Adobe Reserva Organic Rosé 2020

Chile Actually, I love Rosé any time of year. Why? Because it's a mouthwatering wine and it pairs well with a wide variety of foods....

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My Birthday Wine - Marqués De Vitoria Rioja Reserva 2014 93 points

Rioja D.O.C., Spain One of my favourite varietals is Tempranillo. I'm a sentimental creature and a good Tempranillo always brings back...

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I Love Sangiovese! Super Value Fantini Sangiovese 2019 90 points

Puglia, Italy A great wine for under $10.00? Yes! I love Sangiovese and this lip-smacking, fruity version is one more example of why. ...

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Try This with Chocolate! Carmen Reserva 1850 Premier Carménère 2019

Valle de Colchagua, Chile What a find! Thinking I would pick up a budget-friendly wine for a week night, I took this home and discovered...

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A GREAT STEAK WINE - Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Sonoma County, California, U.S.A. A rich and velvety California Cab. Opaque bright purple with aromatic notes of ripe cassis, vanilla,...

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Just Add Flowers... R. Lopez de Heredia Viña Bosconia Reserva 2008 92 pts.

It's not too early to think about a special wine for your Valentine! Even if you're dining at home, a fine wine will take it to another...

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Winelovers' Delight - Stina Pošip Inspiration 2018

Brač, Croatia I loved this Pošip from the first sip! It is an indigenous Croatian varietal, grown on the island of Brač, along the...

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A Foodie in Croatia

My food and wine adventures continued last fall with a visit to Croatia.

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Yes, They Make Wine in Finland!

While visiting Finland in 2019, I was given a couple of bottles of Finnish wine as a gift. I was curious to try them, because of course...