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Free DR. McGillicuddy’s & FireBall Tasting

In Store Tasting

Saturday November 12 3pm to 5pm                         In store FREE tasting   Tweet

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Cork vs. Screw

Wine Screw cap

In the deep recesses of cramped winemaker offices, a fierce fight has erupted between cork and screwcap. And you’d think the elder brother would be winning, but he’s not. A few years ago, winemakers became fed up with “tainted” corks. Continue reading

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Punto final Reserva malbec 2008 “October Wine Of The Month”

Punto Final

The Wine:  winemaker’s notes: Deep red in color with intense violet shades. On the nose, a combination of red fruits and toasty notes given by the French oak are evident. In the mouth the wine is complex and structured with Continue reading

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Why do wine bottles often have a punt?

Wine bottles punt

* Balance – It is proposed that older, hand blown bottles may have been prone to tipping over, the punt acted as a stabiliser. * Strength – I have seen it said that the punt gave the bottle an extra Continue reading

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Calories in Distilled, Vodka, 80 Proof

Calories in Vodka

In (1 fl.oz) There are : 73 Calories. Want to burn these calories? To burn 73calories, you could do any of the following: 2 20 mins of walking 8 mins of jogging 6 mins of swimming 11 mins of cycling Continue reading

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