As wine becomes increasingly popular, people are becoming more curious and aware of the different varietals and styles of wine. Determining which types of wine you enjoy is a wonderful, sensuous, and enlightening experience. This section will present to you a unique opportunity to learn about pairing food and wine in your own home.
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Parisian Plonk!
By Steven Lanum
I went to Paris and all I drank was plonk, which my wine dictionary defines as a "derogatory English term for wine of undistinguished quality."
Well, let me clarify just a bit. I did something I've never felt secure enough to do before: I acted as though I knew nothing whatsoever about wine and let others guide me. >read more |
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| Meet the Columnist
Steven Lanum
A San Francisco native, Steve particularly enjoys wines from the Rhone and Loire Valleys of France. His long-standing interest in wine took a giant leap forward in 2001 when he had the opportunity to taste at a number of renowned estates in France. He looks for characteristics that will complement rather than overwhelm accompanying food as well as attractive quality/value ratios when shopping for wine. |
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