Posts by Rona Ferguson
A New Inspiration
Spring is the time to change, to branch out, to try new things. So, I am pleased to announce the best spring wine you’ve never heard of… Txakolina! OK, I’m…
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Nothing Says the Holidays Like Sparkling Wine
So much to do this time of year, so many social engagements. I wish there was one wine that was universally loved, that was as perfect at a family brunch…
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What’s in a Name? To Wine Makers: Everything.
Take the term Champagne. Generally, we all understand this to mean wine with bubbles. However, the French government’s restrictions mean this wine can only be made within the Champagne region…
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Where Does All the Money Go?
I love wine shops. I love to select a bottle because of its label design or just fondle bottles I can never afford. But we do have restrictions because of…
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Watermelon Mojito Popsicles – Perfect for an Indian Summer
I can’t resist the bounties of summer. Although I usually focus on wine, Saturday’s trip to the farmers market has changed my cravings in the late summer heat. How can…
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Tips for Trying New Wines
Commitment. Taking the plunge. Diving in. Whether it’s selecting a bottle for dinner or buying a few cases for a special party, eventually you have to pay for wine. So…
Read MoreDrink Pink!
Ahhh, Spring. What does spring mean to you? Flowers, biking, baby animals? Correct answer? Rosé, of course! That fresh, delicious pink wine screams “Drink me!” as the weather turns warmer.…
Read MoreBuilding a Wine Collection from Scratch
Everyone knows you have to be a millionaire to have a wine collection, right? Of course not. We all have to start somewhere. You want to have some respectable bottles…
Read MoreSee, Swirl, Sniff, Sip and Savor
Obviously, there is plenty to learn about wine. As you peel away the layers of knowledge, more appear, and it can be almost overwhelming. You could use all that brain…
Read MoreIts all About the Terroir
Location, location, location. Of course its true for real estate, but wine? When people talk about where wine grows, you often hear the term “terroir.” Terroir encompasses a huge range…
Read MoreNew Wine Columnist For Dishing
Candlelight flickers. Pandora has read your mind and is playing Miles Davis. The appetizers smell divine. But something is missing…. Of course, where is the wine? Many would argue that…
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