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By now, complaining that the film Sideways damaged Merlot’s reputation and sales is as superfluous and exhaustive an exercise for wine scribes as the film’s actual declarations. This will be my first and final allusion to the topic when discussing this pleasant and inoffensive varietal. Today, we have three sturdy Merlots suitable to uncork for your summer gatherings. So, without further ado: a trio of Merlots. Let’s go.

Review: A Trio of Merlot, Summer 2024 Releases

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It's no secret that high-alcohol drinks and hot weather aren't the best mix. These bottles are all 5–12% ABV and sure to quench your thirst.

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An Irish single malt first aged 14 years in ex-bourbon barrels and sherry butts, followed by 17 years in new American oak. Bottled at 45.6% ABV and priced at $2,600. A lovely orange-amber color is in the glass, showcasing moderate legs and excellent viscosity. Nose:. Fresh apricots and green pears...

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Horoscope of the day, Sunday, June 30th

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

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Inspired by mountain town culture, this delicious and portable bottle of whiskey is perfect for sipping by the campfire.

My Favorite Whiskey Costs the Same as Jack and Jim—But Tastes Twice as Good

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Galveston, TX

Angry Ben

Destructive Storms With a History of Widespread Damage Reaches Galveston and Other Gulf Coast Towns. Good morning everyone. Our severe weather late yesterday and last night throughout the Texas Panhandle and the Dallas/Ft Worth area, organized exactly as discussed in yesterday's articles.

Severe Weather Related "Tsunami" Possible Along Texas Gulf Coast

California-based importer Franzese Wines, specializing in offerings from Armenia, is launching a Franzese Sauvignon Blanc ($20 a 750-ml.) this summer, along with two non-alcohol reds, Franzese Non-Alcohol Dry Red ($35) and Non-Alcohol Semi-Sweet Red ($35) in the fall. The new wines will join the existing lineup which includes Franzese Areni ($25), Malbec ($25), and Armenian specialty Franzese Pomegranate wine ($40). The wines will be available nationwide. For more information, visit Franzesewine.com.

Franzese Wines Adds Sauvignon Blanc And NA Offerings

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The Restless Dreamer Beverage Co. has launched Lovvo, a new line of canned Lambruscos. The wines (all $20 a 4-pack of 250-ml. cans), made in Emilia-Romagna, Italy by Cantina di Carpi e Sorbara, come in red, white, and rosé expressions at 8.5% abv, 11% abv, and 8.5% abv, respectively. The wines are now available in California with further expansion planned for 2025. For more information, visit Drinklovvo.com.

Lovvo Canned Wine Launches In The U.S.

I get such a kick out of looking at the “national days” and discovering all kinds of weird and wonderful things that are celebrated. It so happens that Wednesday, June 27, is National Ice Cream Cake Day. You might be reading this after the fact, but that’s ok. Any day is a good reason to celebrate ice cream cakes. The perfect wine to drink with ice cream cake? Riunite Lambrusco! This lightly sparkling, fruit-forward wine made from Lambrusco grapes from Italy has been part of celebrations since the Roman empire. It’s lush, crisp, and semi-sweet. And it’s only 8% alcohol by volume. Serve chilled or over ice. It’s perfect with chocolate and vanilla. Happy Summer!

Riunite Lambrusco

One of the first things you learn when you start studying wine is that some of the most famous wines in the world are named for regions, not the grapes they are made from. You also learn that these wines are often blends rather than made from a single variety. For example, wines like Chianti, Bordeaux, and Rioja are so named for the region they come from and can be made from a mix of different grape varieties.

The Best Red Wine Blends Under $30

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Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

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Sonic's 6 New Drinks Just Added More Flavor to Their Summer Menu

Clark County, WA

Timothy A Gruver

Dentist Ellis B. Jardine of Clark County has been suspended for allegedly practicing outside the scope of his licenses and subpar care, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Friday.

Dentist Suspended for Subpar Care & Unlicensed Practices

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

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What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

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Morristown Minute

Arms Unlimited accused of selling and shipping large-capacity magazines to New Jersey, violating state laws. The state takes action against Arms Unlimited for allegedly violating local gun control laws.

NJ Sues Arms Unlimited for Illegal Sale of High-Capacity Magazines

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Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

In the dark and starry cosmic realm of astrology, some of the zodiac signs have an inflated sense of their intellect. Intelligence is a highly favored trait and these signs can often perceive themselves as the smartest people in the room. These signs can sometimes let their intellectual pride get the better of them. Tag along with us as we delve into the three zodiac signs renowned for their self-professed intelligence.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Think They're Smart

Lux Row’s 10th edition of Blood Oath is here, this one double finished in two different wine casks. Details!. Blood Oath Pact 10 combines some of the finest rare bourbons Lux Row Master Distiller and Master Blender John Rempe could find, including two well-bred ryed bourbons and one finished bourbon each complementing the others. In honor of Blood Oath’s double-digit age milestone, Rempe achieved a double finish for this year’s special, secret blend. The first finish was perfected in Cabernet Franc barrels, imbuing rich flavors of tart raspberries and black pepper. The second finish was refined in Merlot barrels, instilling the tastes of red stone fruits with undertones of vanilla, cocoa and anise.

Review: Blood Oath Bourbon Whiskey Pact 10 2024

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Review: Wines of J.Lohr, Summer 2024 Releases

Situated in the Central Coast and Paso Robles regions of California, J. Lohr produces numerous varietals at a wide range of price points, including Chardonnay, Cabernet...

Review: Wines of J.Lohr, Summer 2024 Releases

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