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A Virtual Tour of Champagne

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Most people view Champagne wines as a treat for special occasions, delegating dinner pairings and after-work imbibes to the classic bubble-less reds and whites. But there’s no reason Champagne can’t escort you through your daily life as well. So long as you’re comfortable navigating the labels, they can bring a sparkle to ordinary occasions, too. I connected with my friend William Oben, a wine enthusiast and founder of WineBox, who put together a stellar lineup of Champagnes at different price points.

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These Oregon Wines Deserve a Place at Your Holiday Table

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“This is the place where the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are grown in the New World,” enthuses Chris Hermann from my laptop’s Zoom window, followed by a sip of his winery’s “VGW,” an abbreviation for Very Good White. Hermann is the founder of award-winning 00 Wines located in Carlton, Oregon. While Napa owns the spotlight on most domestic wine lists, Oregon wineries like 00, one of several hundred in the region, are attracting both domestic and international attention for good reason. The cooler climates in the Willamette Valley make it ideal for growing fickle Pinot Noir grapes and Chardonnay — so much so that even Burgundian winemakers are purchasing property and cultivating grapes in its foothills. Moreover, while climate change has pushed Napa and Sonoma to higher temperatures with marked impacts on the alcohol content and character of the region’s famous wines, Oregon wines have benefited from the recent…

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The Best Wine Bars in New York City

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During my first trip to New York City, I meandered haphazzardly into a wine bar. It had a cozy, upscale feel with an Italian ambiance and a diverse menu of share plates that perfectly paired with selections from an extensive wine list. At the time, I didn’t think to jot down the name. That’s why, for the past two years, I’ve been trying to find it. While I have yet to accomplish that goal, the journey hasn’t been for naught. In my search for my wine bar, I’ve experienced some of the best that Manhattan has to offer. Here are some of my favorites. LEA WINE BARThis hidden gem is located under the bridge near the entrance to Grand Central Station. It has an intimate feel centered around an artsy wall of liquor, though their apparent focus is on wine. The tapas menu offers some really interesting and delicious options.…

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