September Wine Club: It’s all Greek to me
Those sparkling sapphire Aegean waters. They lure tourists to seaside towns and ABBA fans to continue watching the movie, Mamma Mia, even when the music doesn’t meet our expectations. The
Read moreAugust Wine Club: “Back to nature” Italian wines
There are many times of year to marvel at the beauty nature provides us, but we chose August to do so…through wine. One might even say that this month’s Inspired
Read moreJuly Wine Club: A French way to summer
One could argue that July is among the most American of months with U.S. Independence Day playing so prominently. Likewise, it reigns supreme as at least one of the top
Read moreJune Wine Club: Growing grapes where they grow best
You’ve heard about thinking outside the box. This month we present a winery that goes far beyond that, thinking outside traditional vineyards, beyond a single winemaker and even crossing state
Read moreApril Wine Club: A Zin by any other name?
We tend to think of Zinfandel as the all-American grape because California (and other states, now too!) have taken such complete ownership of this varietal. But, in fact, Zinfandel is
Read moreMarch Wine Club: From lush to luxurious – Northwest wines to take you into spring
Whether from Willamette Valley or Walla Walla, some of the finest “cool climate” varietals are now being produced in the United States. Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling – these are
Read moreFebruary Wine Club: Embraceable, quaffable ‘reds’ and ‘pinks’ for St. Valentine’s Day
It’s February, the month for lovers and when St. Valentine tries to make romantics of us all. But why should cupid have to go it alone? This month, the Hinsdale
Read moreJanuary Wine Club: A very American New Year
It’s New Year’s Eve, one of the most festive nights of the year. And like so many others on this night, you are decked out, wearing dazzling clothes that are
Read moreDecember Wine Club: A French Connection
There’s a saying, “Savoir Faire” is everywhere, referring to that person who knows the right way to look and act in any situation. This month our Inspired Wine Club selections
Read moreNovember Wine Club: A toast for Napa’s recovery
Without question, Mother Nature has posed many challenges for the world this year: earthquakes in Mexico, tropical storms in the Caribbean, and torrential flooding in South Asia. But, for oenophiles
Read moreSeptember Wine Club: It’s about family
It’s that time of year when we return to our familiar and familial routines: getting the kids off to school, grabbing sweaters for Friday night football games, and trying to
Read moreAugust Wine Club: Fresh as a farmer’s market
It’s perhaps the most perfect time of the year for a farmer’s market: speckled green zucchini; bold, bright yellow summer corn, deep purple aubergines, the sweet-tart aroma of the season’s
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