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VinMaps Gift Giving Guide – 10 Must Have Gifts for Wine, Beer & Spirits Connoisseurs
The holiday season is a prime time to develop an eclectic taste in wine and spirits. Good conversations over the holidays begin with a crisp glass of a select wine or cocktail. 2018 can be the best year to provide gifts for wine and spirit lovers and animate...
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Texas – A Premier Wine Tasting Destination in America
Did you know that Texas is a premier wine tasting destination in America? Texas, although being the land of cowboys and the Wild West, is on the map as having a long-standing viticulture. Over four thousand acres of land in Texas are vineyards, encompassing four...
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Tips for Hosting the Perfect Fall Wine Tasting
The weather is changing, and with fall nearly upon us, the temperatures are dropping and the evening air is even getting a bit nippy. It’s a time for gathering with friends and family and enjoying the changing of the leaves and the fast descent into the full holiday...
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Welcome to Bordeaux—one of France’s most celebrated and multifaceted wine regions.
Bordeaux’s history has ripened like its trademark Cabernet Sauvignon The Bordeaux wine region is revered as a pinnacle of French viniculture. Cultivation of the reputed Bordeaux red blends is nourished by the Garonne river. The right and left bank of Bordeaux yield...
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4 Ways To Ruin Your Wine Tasting Vacation
Are you planning a special wine tasting tour this summer? If so, don't forget that when you purchase wine from your favorite vineyards, you will want to take precautions to keep the wine protected during travel. 1. You will ruin the wine if it gets too hot. Keep your...
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Experience the Wineries of Washington State for Summer
Washington Wine Country There’s few places quite as beautiful as Washington State in the summertime, and with such amazing weather and gorgeous views, the Washington state wine regions are the perfect place to take your wine adventures. While there are many amazing...
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The Wine Regions of New York
When you think of New York, a few iconic things come to mind, like the immense skyscrapers, the vast culture of the city, Broadway, and the dynamic nightlife. All of these things speak to the vibrancy of the city, but did you know that New York is also home to a...
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Seven Unique Gifts for the Wine-Loving Mom in Your Life
Coming up soon is Mother’s Day, and that time of year where we celebrate the women in our life who raise us, love us, and support us in every way. Mothers come from all different walks of life, but the one thing they all have in common is that they deserve to be...
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Cheers to Taste Washington State Wine Month
It's no wonder we love Washington State and the quality of wines that are produced. It's ranked the 2nd largest premium wine producer in the United States with over 900 wineries. Almost 70 varieties are produced! A look Back ~ Vineyards of Washington - Red Mountain...
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Enhance Your Wine Tasting Experience With The Wine Aroma Wheel
You know you love wine, and why not? There as as many varietals and options available as there are tastes and preferences, and as far as hobbies go, wine enthusiasts have the most fun! But as a novice taster, you might find yourself lacking the words to describe what...
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