Spain
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Stella: Exclusive wine-tasting dinners - Telegraph
www.telegraph.co.uk via @WineTasteLovers &bull YesterdayThe Stella evenings with Susy Atkins are the perfect opportunity to learn more about this exciting wine region in sumptuous surroundings. Susy Atkins has teamed up with Wines from Rioja to present three wine tasting evenings exclusively for Stella readers… Full Story »
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Cabernet Day is Here: Where to find Great Cabernets in Spain
CataVino &bull Yesterday
Cabernet Sauvignon is an import to the Spanish wine making world. Considered a "foreign" grape by many, some regions have been planting it for so long that it's now perceived as autochthonous. In fact, in Evan Goldsteins book, Perfect Pairings… Full Story »
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I Will Survive: the Benefits of Bubbles
Good Wine Under $20 &bull Yesterday
An award-winning wine blog dedicated to celebrating everyday wine culture and helping you find delicious, varied wines from all over the world that are good value, interesting to drink, pair well with food, and are (mostly) under $20. Looking for something particular, like a Cabernet that won't break… Full Story »
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BBC News - Putting the screw on wine corks
www.bbc.co.uk via @MaryWNicklin &bull Sep 1, 2010Now Sommeliers in France and cork manufacturers in Portugal and Spain have launched a multi-million-dollar campaign to save the wine cork and persuade wine lovers to shun the increasingly popular screw cap. This page is best viewed in an up-to-date… Full Story »
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La Vuelta a Espana Stages 5-7: Bullas, Jumilla, Yecla, Valencia & Alicante
CataVino &bull Sep 1, 2010
On part 2 of our series, La Vuelta a Espana. Before we begin, we need to state that this is a VERY large region and what follows, in the name of brevity, is a fleeting glimpse at the regions treasures and high points. Therefore, we highly suggest you check out… Full Story »
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A Trip to San Sebastian, Spain: A Crowd Source Project
CataVino &bull Aug 31, 2010
Gabriella and Ryan's knowledge and passion for Spanish and Portuguese wine, food and culture is unrivaled - One of the most inspirational and informative Iberian blogs out there. We're embarrassed to admit that after 6 years of living in Spain,… Full Story »
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Tinto De Verano, The Summer Wine of Spain
www.pizzadreaming.com via @dpalmer1098 &bull Aug 31, 2010Although "The rain in Spain lies mainly in the plain, Spanish summers are delightful. And as the Nobel Prize if you visit Ernest Hemingway bullfighting in Pamplona or pub crawl in Montparnasse, the hills of Spain with a bottle of Tinto de Verano, the summer wine from… Full Story »
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Portuguese Traits Distinguish Connecticut Immigrant from Neighboring Vineyards
CataVino &bull Aug 31, 2010
Gabriella and Ryan's knowledge and passion for Spanish and Portuguese wine, food and culture is unrivaled - One of the most inspirational and informative Iberian blogs out there. Editor's Note: A few month's ago, we were contacted by a passionate Portuguese emigrant, living in New Jersey, who longed to share stories about the foods, wines and culture of Portugal. And having stumbled across Catavino, she felt it would be… Full Story »
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Iberian Wine and Cheese Tasting | Mignon : Wine + Cheese Bar
www.mignonla.com via @mignonLA &bull Aug 30, 2010Featuring two Spanish whites and a red from Vinos Unico wine importers. The whites will be paired with cheeses from the Iberian peninsula, while the red will be paired with a jamon serrano dish. Full Story »
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Miramonte Winery
www.facebook.com via @MiramonteWinery &bull Aug 30, 2010Miramonte WineryHarvest slightly delayed -- and that's a good thing! More time to set-up the new crush pad, and a little extra hang time go for the grapes to work a little extra magic. We be happy. Miramonte WineryCooler temps… Full Story »
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Finca Los Aljibes
www.fincalosaljibes.com via @SAVOUR_Seattle &bull Aug 30, 2010The estate is located in the area of Chinchilla de Montearagon, (Albacete, Spain) and has a total of 900 hectares available for cultivation: 200 hectares of scrubland shelters varied animal and vegetable ecosystems, 178 hectares of vineyards, 50 of olives… Full Story »
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Documentary Teaser on the Spanish Wine Region of Arribes
CataVino &bull Aug 30, 2010
Zev Robinson is at it again; but then again, he never really stopped. While Zev is currently filming a documentary on Catavino, or so we think, he's also been covering various regions across the peninsula including the Douro valley, Rioja,… Full Story »
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This Time, I'm Thinking IN the Box
Good Wine Under $20 &bull Aug 30, 2010
An award-winning wine blog dedicated to celebrating everyday wine culture and helping you find delicious, varied wines from all over the world that are good value, interesting to drink, pair well with food, and are (mostly) under $20. Looking for something particular, like a Cabernet that won't break the bank or sparkling wine from Spain? Scroll down to the Topic Index in the left… Full Story »
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Ruinart Golden Thread Wine Stopper
Serious About Wine &bull Aug 28, 2010
Ruinart, one of the oldest champagne houses in the world (since 1729), has released a special wine stopper called The Golden Thread, designed by Spanish architect and designer Patricia Urquiola (pictured above). The Fil d'Or or Golden Thread was created… Full Story »
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Vuelta de Espana Stages 1-4: Sevilla, Jerez, Montilla, Malaga
CataVino &bull Aug 28, 2010
A fantastic resource for Spanish and Portuguese wines, Catavino is also a valuable site for all things Iberian with great insight and experience regarding this amazing culture. Spain is world famous for its bright and festive atmosphere, a place where terraces are filled with laughter… Full Story »
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Out of Mind and Into the Heart With Kirtan King Krishna Das - 8/24/10 - Vineyard Gazette Online
www.mvgazette.com via @KrishnaDas &bull Aug 28, 2010Have you ever thought about your thoughts? Not in the generic sense as in, wow I can't believe I had such a lustful thought, ugly thought, pathetically mundane or masterfully intelligent thought. That's kid stuff. A dime a dozen. How… Full Story »
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Wine tasting at Off the Vine | Latido de Mexico
www.latidodemexico.com via @Latidodemexico &bull Aug 26, 2010If you thought you only could drink tequila and beer in Playa, think again! At the Off the Vine store and bar you can get wines (and liquors) from all over the world and if they don't have it they… Full Story »
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Food, Wine & Art
Topix: Wine News &bull Aug 26, 2010
Journal/Hope Nealson Jason Kettel of Bachus Meadery pours Denise Spain and Vivian Caylor some honey mead at the Mesa Verde Country Food, Wine Art Festival in Cortez last year at Cortez City Park. Please note by clicking on "Post Comment"… Full Story »
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Vuelta de Espana: Through the Lens of Food and Wine
CataVino &bull Aug 26, 2010
Catavino's well-researched and lively posts about Iberian wine regions make essential reading for any wine lover, especially those planning a wine tour to Spain or Portugal. With helmets secured and gears oiled, 198 bicycle riders will push off from Sevilla… Full Story »
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Has Michelle Obama lost her fashion edge? - West Palm Beach Fashion
www.examiner.com via @styleurls &bull Aug 26, 2010On Tuesday in Martha's Vineyard, Michelle Obama wore a colorful potato sack. This multi colored dress/tunic was paired with guess what? Leggings and metallic pumps of course. With all the money one could want, Michelle has to be able to… Full Story »
