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Wine of the Week

Far Niente Chardonnay 2007, Napa Valley, CA, USA
Lovely fruit and oak balance.

The Round Table

CorkSavvy talks to Adolfo Folonari of Ruffino Wines in Italy. 

Ask Corksavvy

Can I serve both red wine and white wine during the same meal?

Yes. You may want to serve a different wine with each course. Usually beginning with the lighter food paired with a lighter wine and moving on from there.

Wine/Food Pairings

Roast Carrot and Avocado Salad with Orange and Lemon Dressing from Jamie Oliver.

Events Calendar

Is it okay to bring a bottle of your favorite wine to a restaurant that is NOT typically BYO?

If you plan to bring a bottle of wine to a restaurant that is not BYO, always call in advance to check the restaurant's corkage policy. Some restaurants will allow you to bring wine without an added charge. Others charge a corking fee per bottle, typically ranging between $10 to $50.

If you are planning to bring wine with you to a restaurant but unsure of what you may order, keep in mind that some wines pair well with lots of foods such as a dry Riesling or a Pinot Noir.

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