Archive for February, 2006

Proposal to make zinfandel state wine sparks grape debate

Tuesday, February 14th, 2006

quote [ In a move that could bring a merlot low - and make a chardonnay shudder - a state lawmaker is proposing making zinfandel the official wine of California. ]
- from: www.mercurynews.com
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Cheers! Vintage wine fetches £55,000

Tuesday, February 14th, 2006

quote [ A wine connoisseur has splashed out £55,000 on what is thought to be the most expensive bottle of white in the world. ]
- from: www.channel4.com
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For some wine lovers, it’s all about the label

Tuesday, February 14th, 2006

quote [ Do people buy wines just because of the label? You bet shiraz. ]
- from: www.twincities.com
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Boxed wine acquires snob appeal

Monday, February 6th, 2006

quote [ Avec, the chic restaurant on West Randolph, offers on its wine list what has long been considered extremely unhip: Wine in a box. ]
- from: www.suntimes.com
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AVA label pinpoints the region where California wine is produced

Sunday, February 5th, 2006

quote [ The northern end of the Golden Gate Bridge is in Marin County, Calif. North of Marin, west of Napa and south of Mendocino is Sonoma County. ]
- from: www.centredaily.com
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Beer and wine prices may get more palatable

Saturday, February 4th, 2006

quote [ Washington state consumers may soon pay less for wine and beer made in other states. ]
- from: seattletimes.nwsource.com
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Industry says Oregon wine business worth $1.4 billion a year

Thursday, February 2nd, 2006

quote [ An industry-funded study says wine has become a billion-dollar business in Oregon. ]
- from: www.oregonlive.com
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