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1. what would you suggest as a host/hostess gift in a wine for a christmas party? I belive she likes red wine. something nice but not too expensive since i am on a budget. thanks so much, randy martin - Anonymous from knoxville, tn
   Randy, Stop by the store and we can show you several options for hostess gits that start around $6-$7 a bottle.
   Randy, Stop by the store and we can show you several options for hostess gits that start around $6-$7 a bottle.
2. Are there no longer any good Lambrusco's imported from Italy anymore? - Joe from Jacksboro, TN
   It is difficult to find Lambrusco in the states because most importers focus more on Tuscany and Piedmont. I'll keep my eyes open for some.
   It is difficult to find Lambrusco in the states because most importers focus more on Tuscany and Piedmont. I'll keep my eyes open for some.
3. We bought some boxed wine that an employee told us would last over a month. Beginning of week three, it is so strong and tasted terrible. What gives? Did we do something wrong? - kathy from Knoxville, Tennessee
   Typically box wines will last three to four weeks when opened because of the air-tight bag. But, it may not always. If it had been exposed to heat, th   » more
   Typically box wines will last three to four weeks when opened because of the air-tight bag. But, it may not always. If it had been exposed to heat, that can cause it to age much faster.   « less
4. 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!
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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!
10. 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

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