Recent Reports:
Report #23
Wines of Ribera del Duero Revisited
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Higher quality, better value, and more wines to choose from since our last report three years ago. Over 300 wines reviewed in the Report and a Special Supplement.
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Report #22 Grapes & Wines of the Western Loire
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Learn about the Western Loire and its unique, flavorful Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Muscadet.
Future Reports
Report #24 The Wines of Portugal
A new in-depth report on the exciting wines of Portugal with tips on best buys.
Publication: September 2010
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Wine & Food Pairing Adventures
Pairing Wine and Food
of the Western Loire
The Loire Valley is one of France’s most exciting culinary regions. Learn about the rich variety of food found in the Western Loire and the wines that best accompany them.
Pairing Rosé with Food:
Endless Possibilities
There are lots of wonderful dishes to pair with rosé. Here are some of our suggestions.
Pairing Carmenere
with Food
from Around the World
Carmenere can be an adventurous and satisfying alternative to Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah, Chianti Classico, Tempranillo and Malbec.
Michael Mina’s Tasting Menu
We ordered the Seasonal Tasting menu at Michael Mina's with head sommelier Tony Cha’s recommended wine pairings with six different dishes.
Pairing Sauvignon Blanc and Food
In general, the high acidity of Sauvignon Blanc has the ability to make most foods shine, much as lemon complements many dishes.
Wine & Food
Recent Blog Posts
Ecological Packaging: Pepperwood Grove Big Green Box Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon
Posted on August 13 2010
Llai Llai: Cool Climate Wines from Chile’s Bio Bio Valley
Posted on August 3 2010
Wrath: The Grapes of Chardonnay
Posted on July 26 2010


Before establishing WesMar, the owners of this Russian River Winery both worked at the famous Williams and Selyem Winery, and it shows in their wines.
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Peay Vineyards