"Firma" is the Jewel Collection's attempt at an Italian varietal blend with Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Petite Sirah.
A few real jewels stand out among the rhinestones, though, and I'm pleased to report that one of last year's discoveries - the surprisingly impressive Cartlidge & Browne California Pinot Noir - is now showing up in the 2004 vintage, ...
Savennières is a jewel in the Anjou crown, but If there is any appellation or region that makes this part of the Loire the dynamic and vibrant place it is today, it is Anjou itself.
Ruby: Reddish-orange. Like "garnet," a jewel color used as a metaphor for fine red wine.
Short: Finish or aftertaste that doesn't last. Opposite of "long" or "lingering." ...
Ring Gauge
The measurement of the circumference of a cigar represented in millimeters; from a jewelers' term for ring size. The diameter of a cigar is measured in 64ths of a inch.
Robusto
A type of Corona that is short and thick.
A color description, reddish-purple. I'm not alone among wine tasters in enjoying the metaphor of precious metals and jewels ("gold," "ruby," "garnet") to describe the luxurious appearance of fine wines.
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The most important wine area in Eastern Europe is the homeland of one of the most ancient and prestigious sweet wines, Tokaji Aszú, a jewel taking its origins from the noble mold Botrytis Cinerea ...
Many restaurant customers dread the thought of dealing with a wine list. To them, it's right there with haggling with a car salesman or selecting a fine piece of jewelry. Deep down people wonder if they are really getting a good buy.
Has synonym name Jewel, not to be confused with the identical synonym name for the selected seedling of the native american Delaware variety popularized in the early 20th century. (No other details as yet).
Stern Jewelers, San Jose Wine Festival, Vista Hotel's (New York City) Wine Weekend, Admiral Wine Merchants, and John Given Imports.
 See also: Wine, Taste, Quality, Fine, Fruit
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