WELCOME TO THE J SPOT – J WINERY THAT IS!

WELCOME TO THE J SPOT – J WINERY THAT IS!

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Nov

2012

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A little over a year ago, the Vino Noire (VN) Team had the opportunity to visit.  J Winery & Vineyards located in the Russian River Valley AVA region in Sonoma County, California.  We absolutely fell in LOVE with the ambience of the winery and the sophistication of the wines offered b ...
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9 Basic Traits of Wine

9 Basic Traits of Wine

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Nov

2012

When reading tasting notes or reviews of wines, you are likely to see the reviewer use 9 basic terms to describe the wine.  To the wine novice, it may be difficult to understand how these traits or terms are applied to a drink derived from grapes.  A short explanation of the 9 basic traits your may find i ...
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You Say Shiraz. I Say Syrah.

You Say Shiraz.  I Say Syrah.

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Nov

2012

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If you’re a movie buff, you may recall the lyrics “You say Potato, I say Potatah” from the classic George Gershwin song “Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off”   (Take a listen to the Harrick Connick, Jr. cover of the song by following this link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8K31kcjCUC4). Differences in pronunciatio ...
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A Passionate Pairing – Red Wine & Chocolate

A Passionate Pairing – Red Wine & Chocolate

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Nov

2012

Are you thinking of planning a romantic evening for that special someone and would like to try something new and different?  Then consider a pairing of red wine and chocolate to turn up the heat and melt your partner’s heart.  That’s right red wine and chocolate are known natural aphrodisiacs, especially when paired t ...
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Raise a Glass of Red to Your Health

Raise a Glass of Red to Your Health

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Nov

2012

Raise a Glass of Red Wine to Your Health!If you just naturally love red wine, then you probably don’t need any other reason to raise a glass of red.  But for those who have not yet learned to appreciate the character of red wines, then perhaps the health benefits of red wine will persuade you to find a v ...
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