The Sipping Point: 12/3

December 3, 2011

Sips of the Week 1. Mirabelle Brut Non-Vintage, North Coast, California($26.99, Blend: 55% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir) Winemaker’s Notes: “Generous aromas of vanilla waffle cone and spun sugar are followed by rich apricot compote and ripe citrus. The palate is delicious upon entry, with flavors of bright lemon and tropical mango. In addition to the [...]

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The Sipping Point: 11/26

November 26, 2011

Sips of the Week Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here 1. Stillwater Ale’s Cellar Door ($10.99) Brewmaster’s Notes: over the ages the term ’cellar door’ has numerously been referred to as the most beautiful term in the English language. Upon setting out to create the first summer addition to the Stateside line up [...]

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The Sipping Point: 11/19

November 19, 2011

Sips of the Week Listen to this recording of the Sips of the Week from the show: Want to hear the rest of the show?  You’ll need to tune in each Saturday at 12:30PM on www.wbal.com. 1. Hillinger Gruner Veltliner 2010, Burgenland, Austria ($13.99) Chef Michael & I having fun in the kitchen. Winemaker’s Notes: [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio: 11/12

November 12, 2011

Sips of the Week Listen to this recording of the Sips of the Week from the show: Want to hear the rest of the show? You’ll need to tune in each Saturday at 12:30PM on www.wbal.com. 1. Willamette Valley Vineyards Whole Cluster Pinot Noir 2010, Willamette Valley, OR ($19.99) Winemaker’s Notes: As refreshing as liquid fruit [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio: 11/5

November 5, 2011

Sips of the Week 1. Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva Carmenere 2008, Colchagua Valley, Chile, Retails for $18.99 Winemaker’s Notes: A complex bouquet that combines fresh black fruits and spicy notes with elegantly defined oak  to heighten the wine’s chocolate and vanilla characteristics.  A big and flavorful wine that is concentrated and persistent with [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio launches in November

October 31, 2011

Nationally Recognized Sommelier Laurie Forster Hosts New Weekend Show on WBAL-AM Radio Baltimore, MD — Want to learn more about the latest foreign or domestic wines on the market or talk about what foods pair best with a Pinot Noir or local craft beer?  Find out the answer to these questions and much more when [...]

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Steve Jobs urged us to listen to our inner voice

October 17, 2011

“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma—which is living with the results of other peoples’ thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.” Excerpt from Steve Job’s commencement address to Stanfod in 2005 On October 5, 2011 the world lost [...]

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Waiter, there is someone drinking my wine!

September 20, 2011

Have you ever ordered a bottle of wine and seen the sommelier take the first sip? In some fine dining establishments like Chingale in Baltimore or the 21 Club in New York City this is common practice. Why is this done? Once upon a time, the job of a sommelier was really that of a [...]

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Wine, Women, and Song Tour Inspires Women to Follow their Dreams

September 8, 2011

Actors and musicians are both performers, but there are not a lot of people who can succeed in both fields. A number of musicians have made the transition from singing to acting, Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Johnny Cash. But there are fewer examples of established actors who have been artistically successful in recording careers, especially [...]

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Wine Glasses: What You Should Know

August 30, 2011

When you have found a wine you really love and it’s time to enjoy it, have you ever stopped to wonder what to serve it in?  Your wine glass can significantly affect the taste of your wine.  Picking the correct type of wine glasses to invest is one of the most important decisions a wine [...]

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MD Governors Cup Wine Competition

August 26, 2011

On Sunday, August 14th fifteen judges participated in the 2011 Maryland Governor’s Cup Wine Competition at Loyola College in Baltimore. Over 150 wines were tasted each hoping to earn the coveted Governor’s Cup Award as the Best in Show wine or at least a Bronze, Sliver or Gold award. Ever wonder how these competitions work?  [...]

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Calling all women who love wine and love to travel!

August 20, 2011

I’ll be co-hosting a #TravelWell Twitter conversation this month to discuss what women need to know to have an incredible travel experience with wine at the center of it. Have you ever wondered how to select the perfect bottle of wine to accompany a wonderful meal while dining out on your travels? Do you want [...]

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