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The Twelfth Ribera of Christmas: 2002 Flor de Pingus
January 22, 2012

The Twelfth Ribera of Christmas: 2002 Flor de Pingus

“For the twelfth Ribera of Christmas my wine guy gave to me… a 2002 Flor de Pingus.” This holiday tour around Ribera del Duero has come to a close. What …Full Story

The Fifth Ribera of Christmas: 2004 Alión
December 4, 2011

The Fifth Ribera of Christmas: 2004 Alión

"For the fifth Ribera of Christmas my wine guy gave to me… a 2004 Alión." Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year. I get to spend the day in …Full Story

Basque-ing in the City: Cooking Basque in New York City
November 29, 2011

Basque-ing in the City: Cooking Basque in New York City

Nothing compares to the aromas and tastes assaulting one as he walks the streets of San Sebastian on any given day. Perusing the massive counters of any number of Pintxos …Full Story

The Fourth Ribera of Christmas: 1999 Tinto Pesquera
November 23, 2011

The Fourth Ribera of Christmas: 1999 Tinto Pesquera

"For the fourth Ribera of Christmas my wine guy gave to me… a 1999 Tinto Pesquera." Founded in 1972 by Alejandro and Esperanza Fernández, the Pesquera bodega (as well as …Full Story

Featured Wine: 2004 La Universal “Venus” (DO Montsant) – Holiday Edition
December 28, 2010

Featured Wine: 2004 La Universal “Venus” (DO Montsant) – Holiday Edition

The tradition is official now. For years my Christmas dinner was nothing more than hunting for an open restaurant in the vicinity of a movie theater showing something of interest. …Full Story

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