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The Latest Wine News from The Frugal Oenophile
It's About Wine with The Frugal Oenophile
Always a contrarian, wine writer and educator Richard Best (a.k.a. The Frugal Oenophile) has launched a wine-only PodCast called It's About Wine. In each issue, the frugal one will interview an industry expert to explore some aspect of wine that wine fans want to know.
After retiring from his career of 25 years, Steve decided to do what he was passionate about: helping others to discover wine.
Vintners Quality Alliance Ontario (VQA Ontario) is an independent regulatory authority that has been delegated the responsibility for administering the VQA Act and its regulations through an administrative agreement with the Ontario government.
The big news this year at Malivoire Wine Company in Ontario's Niagara region is the naming of Shiraz Mottiar as the head winemaker and successor to Ann Sperling.
Shari Darling, wine columnist and best-selling author, discusses her latest book "Harmony on the Palate".
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Engraved Wine Glasses Express Your Message In Style
Engraved wine glasses are perfect for weddings, corporate gifts, restaurants, and more. Why not get yourself a set for the ultimate finish to your private bar? Engraved wine glasses and goblets are also popular with clubs and make great momentos for service or acheivement recognition. We've got all the information you need to find great deals on all sorts of beautiful hand engraved wine glasses and accessories.
  Logos of companies or clubs are popular, and engraved winewine glasses or decanters can be further personalized with text or designs such as a family crest. This pair of cut crystal wine glasses is hand engraved with your clan crest and name. A great gift and perfect way
to toast your clan heritage! Click the image for clan crests and more information on these stunning hand engraved crystal pieces from Scotland.
Other popular items include complete engraved beer sets, pitchers, mugs, and shot glasses (for a fraternity or stagette night as examples). Put the names of drinks, friends nicknames, or anything else you can imagine to keep everyone entertained and having fun. If nothing else, they make great conversation pieces and a perfect memento of good times.
Engraved wine glasses, champagne flutes, toasting goblets, and carafes are always a stylish wedding or anniversary gift with distinction. We recommend the custom engraved Mikasa Panache Square Toasting Flutes shown below. Most products are available with or without engraving (so you can save some more money that way too), and your custom message is only a few dollars more. Engraved wine glasses are very affordable, and always make for a great gift in honor of someone's special day. Our online resource also has information on buying regular crystal wine glasses and plastic wine glasses .
We also suggest checking out the stunning silver plated heart toasting goblet set (below left), complete with elegant blue velvet box. Simply beautiful! Now all you have to come up with are the words you want on these pieces to express your feelings for the happy couple!
 
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Wood wine racks showcase your collection in style
 A great way to improve any home kitchen, bar, or cellar is with wood wine racks. They look great in restaurants and private collections, and are perfect for storing and showcasing your collection in style. Wood wine racks add value to your home or vacation property, and keep customers coming back to upscale clubs, lounges and pubs. The creative possibilities are endless and only limited by your budget and the skill of the carpenter! They are the perfect solution to modular or permanent installations for inventories of any size.
Wood wine racks of course come in a wide variety of designs and styles, however the materials are equally important. Consider the other furnishings and overall décor of the space, and determine what color would make your new display become a beautiful centerpiece that defines the room. Perhaps you would like a light pine, or rich and luxurious dark mahogany finish. Stain and lacquer can be used to match existing furniture or accents such as tables, chairs, wine cellar doors , baseboards and crown molding. Again, the possibilities are almost endless. If you don’t want a “natural” look, you can of course always paint them!
 Researching ideas and shopping online for wood wine racks is always a good idea. You are far more likely to find the perfect style for your purposes than if you relied on local merchants with limited suppliers and inventory. Our online guide has everything you need to find great products and inspiring ideas or concepts for your next project. Check out some of the links to quality manufacturers and designers that we’ve put together, and start enjoying your wood wine racks sooner!
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Plastic wine glasses offer convenience and safety with style
 When preparing for your next big corporate party or major event, consider using disposable or reusable plastic wine glasses. Available in a wide variety of styles and capacities, polystyrene, polycarbonate, styreneacrylonitrile (S.A.N.), and plastic wine glasses offer the utmost in convenience and safety for large quantities of guests. Perhaps you are seeking an inexpensive and reusable alternative to glass or crystal for your boat, nightclub, hotel, or other outdoor venues where conventional stemware may be a hazard.
In addition to plastic wine glasses, other common favorites include ones for champagne, shots, pints, and even martinis! They are lightweight, durable, and even washable for multiple uses. Beloved by hikers and picnickers is the two-piece design where the stem nests away neatly inside the goblet for easy space-saving packing. Put two of these into a wine tote with a special bottle of vino for a romantic outdoor experience.
A splash of color (such as neon or glow in the dark) and style is possible with plastic stemless wine glasses , however traditionalists may prefer to reserve such concepts to “fun” shots and tumblers, rather than with their next chardonnay. Finally, most these can be custom printed to further customize your special event or brand your establishment. Ordering online opens up a wealth of opportunities and extraordinary deals. Check out some of the other links to manufacturers and internet retailers that we’ve compiled throughout our extensive web resource right here. We have all the information right here that you need to start saving on your next big party!
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Stemless wine glasses are at the leading edge of design
Check if your sommelier is hip and up-to-date by requesting your next order of Bordeaux or Chardonnay be served into stemless wine glasses instead of the standard stemware. North America’s trendiest restaurants are riding the wave of the industry’s efforts to demystify vino, adding a new twist to an old concept. Stemless wine glasses are catching on, and are suddenly becoming the most stylish way to serve your guests.
 While this tumbler concept may seem new for the trade, Europeans have been using them in this fashion for centuries. The unique, eye-catching designs are encouraging younger people to enjoy and explore the powerful possibilities of vino. Riedel crystal is now producing stemless wine glasses, and the company’s “O” series are selling fast. From the side they look like the printed letter “O”, and are shaped according to strict design rules for certain types – slim curves for delicate whites and broader bases for robust reds.
This particular manufacturer has made these distinctive tumblers available in six varieties: Riesling / Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot / Nebbiolo, Chardonnay, Viognier / Chardonnay, Syrah / Shiraz, and Cabernet / Merlot.
If you are seeking great online discounts for these spectacular stemless wine glasses that are sure to impress your guests, our extensive web guide has everything you need right here. This pair of stemless wine glasses show above are made by Bodem. They are a spectacular deal at only $8.95 for a pair.
 We also recommend these beautiful Wino stemless wine glasses which are more expensive at $25.00 per pair, however larger sets (up to 8 glasses) are available at a much better unit price. For a unique piece that is perfect for vino, cocktails, or even orange juice, the stylish Utopia stemless wine glasses stand out with their elegant etched peral shape design. Highly recommended.
On top of that, the merchant includes free shipping to the US and Canada, gift wrapping, and a gift card on all glassware orders!
These exceptional pieces will make a great addition to any kitchen or bar, and make great gifts for any occasion. Compare some the suppliers that we have hand selected for you, and enjoy your next bottle in style!
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Treat yourself or a special someone to wine of the month clubs
Wine of the month clubs are a great way to discover exotic vintages from literally all corners of the globe. Professional tasting panels eliminate the guesswork and offer extraordinary and rare selections for you or your gift recipient. You may be looking for popular and classic regions like the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany, Sonoma’s Russian River, or Bordeaux’s Gironde River. You may also prefer more variety from newly recognized regions such as Hungary’s Zemplen Mountains, Australia’s Hunter Valley, or the Mendoza foothills of the Argentine Andes. Whatever your tastes, wine of the month clubs have something that will make a lasting impression and leave you wanting more.
The delectable medley included with wine of the month clubs often accompany inspired newsletters featuring information on their origin, suggested food pairings, and characteristics of the vino to explore while enjoying them. Supplemented with details on the home vineyard’s personalities and background, you’ll learn the unique attributes of their growing region and how those subtle differences help contribute to the different vintages produced.
Personal memberships typically range from month-to-month to full subscription services, and wine of the month clubs arranged as gifts are generally anywhere from 2 to 12 months, often arranged as pay-as-you-go or single installments. Regardless of your choice, each time a featured selection is savored, your thoughtfulness with be remembered. Our web resource guide has everything right here that you need to find these beautiful pleasures online at deep discount prices. Order today and start enjoying the best kept secrets your local liquor store will never find!
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