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Wine of the Week: Conte Brandolini D’Adda, Vistorta, Fruili 2009

The Winehooch Wine pick of the week is Conte Brandolini D’ Adda, Vistorta 2009. I had the pleasure of tasting this wine at the Westin Diplomat in Ft Lauderdale during the Palm Bay Trade tasting. The elegance and richness of this medium body 100% Merlot left a lasting impression. I have since bought a few more bottles. Count Brandino Brandolini
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Miami Wine and Food Festival Best in Glass Wine Challenge Winners

The Winners are announced of the Miami Wine and Food Best in Glass competition. Best in Glass (BIG), is a one-of-a-kind “wine by the glass” competition. The competition was held January 27 – 28, 2013. BIG brought the wines to the attention of more than 30 of the top wine decision makers at South Florida’s most prestigious restaurants and hotels,
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Flavors of Wellington April 5th 6-9pm

We are excited to be a part of Flavors of Wellington 2013. Winehooch has partnered with Bootleggers Beverage, Chateau St Michelle and Southern Wine & Spirits to bring you an outstanding array of wines from around the world.  Join us on Friday April 5th at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center from 6-9. It is sure to be a memorable
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Sunfest Sip & Savor at Total Wine in Legacy Place

 

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Wine Tasting and Meet & Greet with Winemaker Paul Sloan from Small Vines

Event: Wine Tasting – Meet and Greet Guest of Honor:  Winemaker Paul Sloan from Small Vines Wines Place: A1A Fine Wine & Spirits, 6231 PGA Blvd (Mirasol Plaza) Palm Beach Gardens Date: Tuesday February 5th Time: 5:30-7:00pm Cost: Complementary Small Vines Wines is owned and operated by the husband-wife team of Paul Sloan and Kathryn McGrath Sloan in Sonoma, California. 
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Taste of Northern Italy at Casa Mia Tuesday January 22nd 6-7:30pm

When I think of Italy, I am transported to a small café with stone walls, fountains along the cobblestone streets.  The smell of fire roasted garlic, olive oil and bread fill the air. The wine is ruby-red and rich with flavor. A passionate love affair for my palate. You don’t have to buy a plane ticket and spend a day
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Join us Friday December 21st for Sunset Sippers Wine Tasting Cruise

We still have spots available for tomorrow nights  Sunset Sailing Cruise aboard the Hakuna Matata. We leave out of the Sailfish Marina at 5:30pm Friday December 21st.  The weather will be beautiful for the evenings cruise through the Palm Beach waterways. I have chosen a great selection of wines for our cruise. Our Prosecco toast will kick off the evening
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Menu and Wine Tasting Dinner at Costello’s Trattoria December 5th at 7pm

Join Winehooch as we welcome the new owners of Costello’s in Abacoa. P.J and Leslie Petiniot recently purchased the restaurant and are excited to bring their family traditional recipes to this Jupiter landmark. We will have a sit down four-course wine and menu tasting on Wednesday December 5th at 7pm. $29.95 all inclusive Click Here to RSVP to this Event
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Wine Tasting at the French Wine Merchant Saturday November 10th 6pm-8pm

Join Winehooch at The French Wine Merchant in Palm Beach for a special evening of  Wine tasting accompanied by Artisan cheese. Maurice Amiel, Founder of the French Wine Merchant will offer special discount bottle pricing this night only. Come and pick up some fantastic values for your holiday dinner. Maurice will assist in selecting that perfect wine for any occasion. We
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Wines of the Week: Pepi Chardonnay, Pepi Pinot Grigio and Pepi Chenin Blanc-Viognier

I poured the Pepi Pinot Grigio 2011, the Pepi Chenin Blanc-Viognier 2011, and the Pepi Chardonnay 2011 last night for several guests. All of the wines had a slight chill on them, but not too cold. I wanted everyone to taste the “wine” and enjoy the fruit. This wine was well-received by all. The overall response was WOW! One “wow” for the taste,
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