Articles Posted by Howard Hewitt
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GrapeSense – Focus on Wine- Economic investment causes all businesses to carefully ponder their futures
Many but not all of the United States’ major wine regions could be considered ‘mature’ regions. There certainly is not much room for growth in Napa Valley. California produces more than 60 percent of this…
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Focus on Wines Tips offered on caring for wine, storage, glasses
When I talk to friends or acquaintances really into wine, they frequently ask about wine tips more than recommendations on particular wines. I’ve rounded up a list of suggestions, guidance, and ideas that may help…
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State’s archaic liquor laws aside- Be sure to try Lodi or Paso Robles Cabernet
Every now and then it’s time to pause and share a few things going on in the wine world which will eventually affect the habits of most if not all wine drinkers. Indiana alcohol laws…
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Add some sparkles to your summer wines- Bubbles aren’t just for ringing in the New Year
New Year’s Eve is probably the furthest thing from most wine drinker’s mind, as July brings summer temperatures. But wine lovers need to think about sparkling wines for summer vino picks. Sales trends across the…
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What are you drinking?- Marketers targeting wine whims of younger, ‘hipster’ demographics
It can be a whim or a wallop that can have an impact on the international wine world and what you are drinking in your glass at home. Whims are as much a part of…
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It’s an Indiana Wine Fest in Indy- A festival filled with local wines, food, and fun
Vintage Indiana has been a grand idea to introduce the Indianapolis market to Indiana wineries. It remains a great Saturday event, but it also appears to be facing challenges in its 18th year. The Indiana…
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GrapeSense- Chianti is the most-recognizable red wine of Italy
The charm in the old Italian restaurant of a short, fat bottle of wine that’s covered in straw is undeniable for many Americans of a certain age. The wine inside of that iconic Italian imagery,…
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A Good Looking Gadget for Box Wines- Stainless steel container looks like a shiny kitchen appliance
Wine writers get sample wine, often unsolicited, and wine gadgets on a fairly regular basis. Just a few weeks back Grape Sense featured a look at Black Box and Bota Box wines. Shortly after that…
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Super-premium Wine in an Environmentally Friendly Box – Advice About Storing and Handling Boxed Wine
You’re a wine drinker and you’ve passed them in your local grocery. You look at them with curiosity, puzzlement, and perhaps even disdain. It’s time to lighten up to box wines and enjoy the often…
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GrapeSense: A glass half full- Celebrating life’s events, just enjoy it
Everyone has milestones in their life. Think of events like birthdays, anniversaries, new job, and retirement, a first date, maybe even getting fired or divorced. As a society we’re pretty good at celebrating life’s events.…
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