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Dec 06/Jan 07
We review the top 100 wine kits. Plus, tips on making sparkling wine at home, mastering riesling, and backyard vineyard basics.
In this issue
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techniqueAmarone-Style Wine Kits
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Common Grape Growing Questions
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articleCarmine: Cold tolerant and color-rich
Carmine is a vinifera cross of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carignane. We review its history and characteristics, and give you a recipe to try.
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articleMaking Icewine: Tips from the Pros
Karl Kaiser of Inniskillin Wines attended a monastery school where winemaking was a tradition. He offer his icewine tips.
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Understanding Sparkling Wines
Learn about the different ways to make sparkling wine at home.
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Sparkling Secrets of Dom Pérignon
Dom Pérignon is a symbol of luxury engrained in pop culture. But beyond the hype, Dom Pérignon is also recognized by serious wine critics as a consistently exceptional example of the top tier of Champagnes.
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Méthode “Home-penoise”
In Champagne, the French make bubbly using the méthode Champenoise. In your home, use this method.
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techniqueRiesling Lessons of the Mosel Masters