Wines We Love
Astor Staff Picks: Holiday Edition
Looking for the perfect bottle to give to a friend or bring to a party? Check out the video above to see what Astor Wines & Spirits consultants are going to be…
Monthly Archives: November 2014
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Wines We Love
The 2014 Beaujolais Nouveau Blind Tasting Winners
The third Thursday of November is a special day in the wine world. It marks the release of Beaujolais Nouveau! Check out the video above to learn about this young French wine…
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Wines We Love
A Fortified Palate: May Matta-Aliah Talks Port, Sherry, and Madeira
Have you noticed more and more sherry popping up on wine menus and in cocktails? Port, sherry, and Madeira have been regaining popularity in recent years. Check out the video above to…
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Meet The Maker
Producer Spotlight: Piedmonte’s Fratelli Barale
Fratelli Barale, located in the Piedmonte region of Italy (or, more specifically, in the northern appellations where prestigious Barolo and Barbaresco are grown) is a small operation, producing only 70,000 bottles every…
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Wine Geek
Looking For Unusual Wines? Head To The Jura
Want to try something new? Check out the Jura. This region in France is known for producing funky, sometimes oxidative wine. Check out the video about to hear Astor Wines and Spirits…
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Pairings
Fried and Fizzy: The Ultimate Food and Wine Pairing
If you thought fried chicken couldn’t get more decadent, check out this awesome pairing video. Stephen Bowles, Laura Mooney, and Sarah Sparks of Astor Wines & Spirits pick their favorite sparkling wines…
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Wines We Love
Your 2014 Thanksgiving Drink Guide
Navigating the demands of Thanksgiving entertaining is never easy, which is why our buyers here at Astor Wines & Spirits have selected the perfect flights for the upcoming holiday. Each flight includes…
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Wines We Love
An Astor Staff Tradition: Searching For The Perfect Thanksgiving Wine Pairings
Each year, the sales staff at Astor Wines & Spirits gathers at Astor Center for a Thanksgiving dinner and wine and spirit tasting. It’s a chance for our staff to learn about new bottles…