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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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Gifts for wine lovers 2017 – What to buy your wine friends (or yourself)!
What do the wine enthusiasts in your life really want? Besides a good glass of wine (or two), most wine lovers will appreciate thoughtful and fun gifts, quality wine products and trendy new finds that show you notice. Take a Look at our 10 Unique Wine Gifts for the...
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Red Mountain – One of the World’s Greatest Wine Growing Locations
Explore the vineyards of Red Mountain in Washington State in our Fifth Edition Wine Map! The first vines of Red Mountain AVA were planted in 1975 and the first winery here was bonded in 1980. Due to the exceptional results of the first wines produced the reputation of...
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Italy: The Land of Romance, Enchantment, Food and of Course Great Wine
Did you know Italian wine culture traces back centuries? The art of cultivating wine – known as ‘vinum’ in ancient Rome – prominently defined the agricultural industry of the Roman Empire. Prior to the cultivation of wild grapes that swathed through the fertile...
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From Sea to Shining Sea
From California to New York, there are a variety of wineries to be explored in America. As 4th of July celebrations approach, discovering the history of beautiful USA wine regions highlights a unique American tradition. Napa Valley is universally associated as the...
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Discover These Wine Regions In St. Helena
$55 Value - FREE Wine Map of Beautiful St. Helena in Napa Valley Free Download - St. Helena, In & Around St. Helena 94574 * indicates required Email Address * First Name Last Name Dozens of Wineries! St. Helena, which is known as The Heart of Napa Valley, is home to...
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Female Mapmakers Making History
In celebrating Women’s History Month, it is intriguing to take a look at some of the great women from our past that have helped to forge a rich and vibrant future for us now. You might be well acquainted with some of the more popular male cartographers in history,...
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Be My Valentine – A Look Back
In honor of Valentine’s Day we are taking a look back to the origins of this special day and when it ‘officially’ started. The name "Valentine" is derived from valens (worthy, strong, powerful) and was popular in Late Antiquity. However it was one special ‘Valentine’...
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Quizzes
How well do you know your wine? About about the authors of famous wine quotes? William Shakespeare once said, "Good company, good wine, good welcome, can make good people." Just for fun test your knowledge of famous wine quotes...
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