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Thad Cox, Jr.  (Web Site: http://asheswines.com)

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  1. Hi Thad!, My name is Camille Copeland, I am the wine buyer at Rollers Wine & Spirits in Hilton Head, SC. Thanks so much for the lovely compliment. If I can be of any assistance, please don"t hesitate to contact me. Feel free to forward my contact info to Angela Kopet (Question #9) in your ask Thad section under Wine & Spirits. - Camille Copeland from Hilton Head, SC
    Thanks Camille. I'll see you next summer, if not sooner I hope!
    Thanks Camille. I'll see you next summer, if not sooner I hope!
  2. What do you recommend as a good sweet red wine? I have found several sweet white wines but like reds as well. Thanks. - Mike H. from Knoxville, TN
    Mike, Unfortunately there are not as many sweet reds on the market as whites, but have you tried a nice ruby Port from Portugal? Or maybe something l   » more
    Mike, Unfortunately there are not as many sweet reds on the market as whites, but have you tried a nice ruby Port from Portugal? Or maybe something like a Riunite Lambrusco.Also there are some very nice Late Harvest Zinfandels on the market.   « less
  3. To enjoy a really fine scotch what brand of bottled water is best to add and in what amounts to bring out the full flavor of the scotch ? - Big Daddy from Middlesboro KY
    Big Daddy, I don't have a favorite bottled water to add to fine scotch. For me, either a drop or two is enough to bring out the aromas. Also, one cube   » more
    Big Daddy, I don't have a favorite bottled water to add to fine scotch. For me, either a drop or two is enough to bring out the aromas. Also, one cube of ice will work.   « less
  4. My husband and I went to Italy on our honeymoon--and really loved how reliably good and cheap their table wine was at the restaurants there. Is there anything equivalent to that available here? - Katie from Knoxville, TN
    Everytime I have traveled to Italy and had their table wines, it is amazing how good and inexpensive they are. And it's hard to replicate them here in   » more
    Everytime I have traveled to Italy and had their table wines, it is amazing how good and inexpensive they are. And it's hard to replicate them here in the U.S. But, come in and try Colosi Red from Sicily or the Monte Antico from Tuscany.   « less
  5. Hey Thad, I have been buying "cooking" sherry in the grocery and recently decided, for economic and quality reasons, to buy sherry in a liquor store. However, I was really confused when looking at the choices available. How do the styles of sherry available in a liquor store compare to "cooking" sherry? P.s. I use it for sauting mushrooms, in soups and sauces. Thanks. - Anonymous from Knoxville, TN
    Must people will use a dry sherry for cooking, or sometimes a golden sheery (which is slightly sweeter.) E&J Gallo and Taylor's both have inexpensive    » more
    Must people will use a dry sherry for cooking, or sometimes a golden sheery (which is slightly sweeter.) E&J Gallo and Taylor's both have inexpensive dry sheery that should do the trick.   « less
  6. Is it acceptable to drink dessert mine with a meal if you just prefer sweet wine? - Anonymous from fort wayne, in
    Go for it. Drink what you like when you like!
    Go for it. Drink what you like when you like!
  7. Can you recommend a good port that doesn't break the bank? - astronaut from Knoxville, TN
    For under $20 ports, I think the best Tanwy Ports come from Australia with producers like Whisker's Blake and Jonsey. For traditional Ruby Ports, Cock   » more
    For under $20 ports, I think the best Tanwy Ports come from Australia with producers like Whisker's Blake and Jonsey. For traditional Ruby Ports, Cockburn's Reserve, Sandeman and Taylor's Finest Character offer the best values.   « less
  8. Suppose a wine "novice" wanted to stock a very modest wine collection and only had roughly $100 to spend. For a general purpose collection, which wines would you recommend he purchases? - Matthew from Spring City, TN
    I would try to mix a case of wine - 12 bottles. I would do maybe six reds, five whites and one dry rose. I would also try to buy from different count   » more
    I would try to mix a case of wine - 12 bottles. I would do maybe six reds, five whites and one dry rose. I would also try to buy from different countries. So for the reds, Spain, Italy, France, Australia and the U.S. The whites from New Zealand, France, Spain, Oregon and California. The Rose from France. Come in the store and I can pick you out the case.   « less
  9. While recently abroad I purchased a somewhat large amount (for me = 15 bottles) of wine and am now in need a smaller sized (18-24 bottle) wine cooler (no larger than 30). I have since discovered that the bottle size is 14 inches tall (Mosel Riesling), as opposed to the standard 12 inches and none of the coolers I have been able to locate thus far will accommodate my wine. Please help. Suggestions? - Sean from Knoxville
    Have you contacted Vinotemp? Try calling 800.777.8466 or go online to vinotemp.com.
    Have you contacted Vinotemp? Try calling 800.777.8466 or go online to vinotemp.com.
  10. I find that though I love wine, it regularly makes me have a headache. I don't mean from drinking a whole bottle, just a glass. Are certain wines less likely to cause headache? - Nancy from Knoxville, TN
    That is the $64 question. Most people believe that it's the sulphites in the wine that cause headaches. Others believe that the tannins in red wine ca   » more
    That is the $64 question. Most people believe that it's the sulphites in the wine that cause headaches. Others believe that the tannins in red wine can cause headaches. And some people might be allergic to wine. There is no specific answer to your question. I think the best answer is to start by keeping a list of the wines that you drink. See if there is a pattern. Ashe's carries non-added sulphite wines and we also carry Organic wines. But, start with the list to see if it reveals a pattern.   « less
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