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White Options for the Wines of Autumn

Posted on September 24, 2019 by Robert Johnson

All about the best white wines for the fall season. It doesn’t have to be just about reds, just because the weather is cooling down.

Tagged with: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Green Bay Packers, Maple Syrup, Merlot, Sangiovese red blends, Semillon, wines of autumn, Zinfandel
Posted in Wine Buzz, Wine in the Glass

Rooting for the Falcons? Open a Bottle of Merlot

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Robert Johnson

I am a life-long Green Bay Packers fan. My Dad was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. But even though they obliterated the Packers in the NFC Championship Game, I will be rooting for the Atlanta Falcons in this Sunday’s Super…

Tagged with: Ann’s Snack Bar, Atlanta Falcons, Bilgola winery, Bones restaurant, Ghetto Burger, Green Bay Packers, Holeman & Finch’s, Merlot, New England Patriots, Super Bowl, Tom Brady
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes, Wine in the Glass

A Good Lesson for the Presidential Candidates

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Robert Johnson

Watching last night’s Vice Presidential Debate, I was struck by a sense of déjà vu. Listening to Governor Mike Pence and Senator Tim Kaine, it took me back to past Presidential elections when, based solely on the televised debates, I…

Tagged with: Donald Trump, Green Bay Packers, Hillary Clinton, Mike Pence, New York Giants, Tim Kaine
Posted in Editor's Journal

A Fun Wine Experience 40 Minutes from Milwaukee

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Robert Johnson

Even if you are not a Green Bay Packers fan… even if you absolutely hate the Packers… you owe it to yourself to take a tour of Lambeau Field. Obviously, I’m just a tad prejudiced when it comes to the…