The Sipping Point Radio 2/18

February 18, 2012

Pearls of Simplicity is made from rice that has 50% of the outer shell polished away. Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Download Laurie’s new APP for your iPhone/iPad or Android!! Sips of the Week Konteki Pearls of Simplicity (Junmai Daigingo) A bouquet of bright floral aromas is the perfect beginning for this [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio 2/11

February 11, 2012

Laurie’s new App is Live for iPhone and Android! Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Download Laurie’s new APP for your iPhone/iPad or Android!! Sips of the Week Stephen Johnston, General Manager of the Fairfax at Embassy Row joined me to taste the Sips of the Week each from a winery that will be [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio 2/4

February 4, 2012

 Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Sips of the Week: Banfi Rose Regale Brachetto d’Acqui 2010, Acqui Terme, Piedmont, Italy Winemaker’s Notes: Festive cranberry in color with a haunting, aromatic bouquet with hints of raspberries, strawberries and hints of rose petals. A fresh raspberry taste, with crisp acidity, enticing the palate with an initial [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio 1/28

January 28, 2012

Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Sips of the Week Quivira Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2010 $18 Winemaker’s Notes: Named for the 130-year-old fig tree that stands majestically among the vines, the Quivira (pronounced key-VEER-ah) Fig Tree Sauvignon Blanc block lies at the confluence of Dry Creek and Wine Creek. Here, gravelly soils and [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio 1/21

January 21, 2012

Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Sips of the Week Sloop Betty Vodka, Maryland SLOOP BETTY is a hand crafted wheat vodka made in Maryland. Smooth, with a crisp undertone, the pure, natural ingredients of a small batch vodka come through as you savor every delicious drop. Designed with both vodka connoisseurs and [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio 1/14

January 14, 2012

Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Sips of the Week 1.  Eroica Riesling 2009, Columbia Valley, WA, $21.99 Winemaker’s Notes: “This Riesling exudes mandarin orange and sweet lime aromas and flavors with subtle mineral notes. The mouth-watering acidity is beautifully balanced by flavorful Washington Riesling fruit. After a decade we have truly found [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio 1/7

January 7, 2012

Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Sips of the Week 1.  Taylor Fladgate 10 yr Tawny, Price: $30.99 Winemaker’s Notes: Although best known for its legendary Vintage Ports, Taylor Fladgate’s also one of the most respected producers of aged tawny. This style of Port is fully matured in seasoned oak casks each holding [...]

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2012 Mediterranean Food & Wine Cruise

January 4, 2012

Romancing the Riviera with The Wine Coach Lisbon to Rome, July 25 to August 6, 2012 12 Day All Inclusive Cruise starting at $5410 per person (see below for all that’s included…yes wine is included!) As we enter 2012, I want to personally invite you to experience a trip of a lifetime with me in 2012. In [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio 12/31

December 31, 2011

Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Sips of the Week Start your New Year off right with these two unique wines…Happy New Year’s from The Wine Coach. May 2012 be  your best vintage ever! 1. Yannis Assyrtiko 2010, Santorini, Greece ($15.99) Assyrtiko is one of Greece’s finest multi-purpose white grape varieties. It was [...]

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Learn How to Cook a Perfect Steak with Chef Michael Forster

December 23, 2011
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The Sipping Point Radio 12/17

December 17, 2011

Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Sips of the Week 1. Icardi Nebbiolo Suris jvan 2006, Piedmont, Italy  Winemaker’s notes: 100% Nebbiolo aged in new French barriques for 18 months. This wine is bright ruby red that turns to garnet with aging. Its aromas are highly elegant with hints of violet and spices. [...]

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The Sipping Point Radio 12/10

December 10, 2011

Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes: Click here Sips of the Week 1. Pra Soave Classico   $14.99 Winemaker’s notes: The mouth confirms minerality and a perfect fresh balance with soft notes, leading to an intense and persistent, pleasant almond finish. The zingy acidity makes it suitable pairing with sweet or rich dishes -such as eggs, [...]

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