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Wines of the Month

2002

January: Paternity Test -- Tracking down Syrah's origins.

2001

December: Ice Hot -- Sweet treats for the holidays.
November: Spicy Turkey? -- Jazz up your Thanksgiving with the right wine selection.
August: Hot Days, Cool Whites -- Budget-pleasing quaffers for lazy summer afternoons.
April: Dry Spring -- Crisp Rieslings for sunny days.
March: Sangiovese Steals -- Lively Italian reds that won't dent your wallet.
February: Short and Sweet -- A few suggestions for Valentine's Day (or any other day).
January: Tasting Tactics -- Tips on getting the most out of big wine tastings. Plus, what to drink after the event.

2000

December: Baby It's Cold Outside... -- But these icy treats are always in season.
November: Talkin' Turkey? -- What to do about Thanksgiving dinner.
October: Loire-gains -- One of France's most diverse wine regions offers great value.
September: Boss Nova -- A visit to Jost Vineyards, with wines were music to my mouth. Plus, more BBQ wines!
August: Syrahs of Summer -- Big reds for backyard barbecues.
July: Dynamic Range -- Riesling's wide variety of appealing styles.
June: Restaurant Selections -- Tips for choosing wine when dining out.
May: The First Vintage -- Vintage Voice celebrates its first birthday with a bunch of tasting notes.
April: Southern Stickies -- Spectacular sweet fortified wines from Down Under.
March: Spanish Summer -- Wine values that will help you break winter's grip.
February: Cheap Date -- Have a romantic dinner without breaking your budget.
January: Chow Bella -- Hearty Italian bargain reds to liven up your post-holiday dinners.

1999

December: Season's Rieslings -- Good dry whites for the nights when you're not drinking bubbly.
November: Unrepentant Zinner -- Unapologetic recommendations to try a few good Zins.
October: A Rhône By Any Other Name -- Same grapes plus different place equals good values.
September: Multifaceted Muscat -- A wide range of wines from an underappreciated grape.
August: August Austrians -- A short introduction, with good-value Grüners and a racy Riesling.
July: Immigrant Wines -- Remember the USA's heritage or just read about some good wines.
June: Zins Win -- Good values for the grill from Cline and Marietta.
May: May Contrasts -- Inexpensive New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and Rioja.

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