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Sidewalk wine ordinance moves ahead

May 21, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Mitchell City Council advances proposal for downtown.
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LETTER: Sidewalk wine an invitation to stay awhile

May 17, 2013 in The Daily Republic

When it comes to the issue of drinking wine on sidewalks in front of two coffeehouses that currently hold wine licenses, it’s a matter of wanting to linger downtown and enjoy the scenery of this area. Continue Reading

Council postpones wine ordinance

May 7, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Consideration tabled until next meeting later this month Continue Reading

Lawmakers propose changes for driving suspensions

February 21, 2013 in The Dickinson Press

BISMARCK Lawmakers are discussing a bill that would allow an individual with a suspended driver’s license to obtain a temporary license sooner from the Department of Transportation. Continue Reading

WINE OF THE WEEK: 2009 Domaine Rostaing Syrah “Les Lezardes”

August 1, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald

2009 Domaine Rostaing Syrah “Les Lezardes”: Rene Rostaing is known for his stellar Cote-Rotie, due in part to the old-vine vineyards he inherited from his father-in-law, Albert Dervieux-Thaize, and his uncle, Marius Gentaz-Dervieux. Continue Reading

WINE OF THE WEEK: 2007 Chasseur Pinot Noir “Sonoma Coast”

July 25, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald

Wine of the Week: 2007 Chasseur Pinot Noir “Sonoma Coast”: This Pinot Noir from cool climate Sonoma Coast is a marvel of fruit and finesse. Continue Reading

WINE OF THE WEEK: 2011 Domaine Dupuy de Lome Bandol rosr

July 18, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald

The Bandol rose with which I celebrate birthdays and most major warm weather occasions now, Domaine Tempier, costs about $40 a bottle. I’ve still got a couple of bottles tucked away, but I’m on the hunt for alternatives. Previously, I’ve loved Pradeaux and Domaine Sorin. Continue Reading

WINE OF THE WEEK: 2010 Bonny Doon Vineyard Clos de Gilroy Central Coast Grenache

July 11, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald

2010 Bonny Doon Vineyard Clos de Gilroy Central Coast Grenache: From his perch at Bonny Doon Vineyard in the Santa Cruz mountains, the indefatigable Randall Grahm turns out a huge variety of wines. Continue Reading

Bakken Branding:

July 6, 2012 in The Dickinson Press

The Bakken name isn’t just exclusive to the oil field.
Several companies that are not necessarily involved in drilling oil have capitalized on the industry’s namesake. Continue Reading

WINE OF THE WEEK: 2011 Domaine de Reuilly Pinot Gris Rose

July 4, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald

Hooray for summer and rose and this bargain Reuilly Pinot Gris from the eastern Loire Valley. This rose made entirely from Pinot Gris is quite unique year after year, but in 2011, estate owner Denis Jamain made a particularly good example. Continue Reading