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Wine from Long Island

See what treasures this unique region has to offerCelebrated wine aficionado, Ron Kapon, who is known in wine circles as the Peripatetic Oenophile — the traveling wine expert — answers questions that Cheese Connoisseur readers have asked.

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Austrian Vineyard

Austrian Wines — A New Frontier

A warm, dry climate results in unique offeringsCelebrated wine aficionado, Ron Kapon, who is known in wine circles as the 
Peripatetic Oenophile — the traveling wine expert — answers questions that Cheese Connoisseur readers have asked. Cheese Connoisseur: What sparked your interest in Austrian wine?

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Port Winde

Any Port In A Storm

This fortified wine incorporates many grape varieties for a different experience every timeCelebrated wine aficionado, Ron Kapon, who is known in wine circles as the Peripatetic Oenophile — the traveling wine expert — answers questions that Cheese Connoisseur 
readers have asked.

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Vineyard, Bordeaux France

Building A Case For Bordeaux

Find out what all the fuss is regarding this high-end vinoCelebrated wine aficionado, Ron Kapon, who is known in wine circles as the Peripatetic Oenophile — the traveling wine expert — answers questions that Cheese Connoisseur readers have asked. Portions of this article are excerpted from “Discovering The World of

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Wine

Questions For The Peripatetic Oenophile

The answers to all things vinoCelebrated wine aficionado, Ron Kapon, who is known in the wine circles as the Peripatetic Oenophile — the traveling wine expert — answers questions that Cheese Connoisseur readers have asked.

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Sake-and-Japanese-cucumbers

An Asian Delight

Sake’s brewing process similar to beer, yet it has a taste all its ownCelebrated wine aficionado, Ron Kapon, who is known in wine circles as the Peripatetic Oenophile — the traveling wine expert — answers questions that Cheese Connoisseur readers have asked. Cheese Connoisseur: What is sake? Ron Kapon: Sake

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Cognac Glass

Cognac–A French Original

True Cognac can only originate from its namesake town in FranceCHEESE CONNOISSEUR:  Is Cognac considered a type of brandy? And what are the different types and production techniques? RON KAPON: Cognac is both a spirit and a place. It is produced only in the Cognac region, which sits on the

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New York Finger Lakes Wine Tasting

Finger Lakes Wine

‘For A New York State Of Mind’Cheese Connoisseur: You have written about wines and spirits from around the world. I live in upstate New York and am proud of our wines. What can you tell me about production in New York so that I can claim bragging rights and spread

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Champagne — When Only Bubbly Will Do

Popular French export synonymous with revelryCelebrated wine aficionado, Ron Kapon, who is known in wine circles as the Peripatetic Oenophile — the traveling wine expert — answers questions that Cheese Connoisseur readers have asked.

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Wine Corks

To Cap or Cork?

Celebrated Wine expert Ron Kapon, who is known in wine circles as the Peripatetic Oenophile —the traveling wine expert — answers your questions. CHEESE CONNOISSEUR reader There seems to be so much controversy about wine corks these days. Some people tell me great winemakers only use real corks and other

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ice wine grapes

Ice Wine

A Phenomenon of NatureCHEESE CONNOISSUER Reader: I’ve been reading a lot about ice wines, and I’m curious about what they are and when is a good time to order one. The other night I was eating in a very nice restaurant, and noticed the wine list included an ice wine.

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Bourbon and glass

Understanding Bourbon

Celebrated wine aficionado, Ron Kapon, who is known in wine circles as the Peripatetic Oenophile, the traveling wine expert, answers questions that Cheese Connoisseur readers have asked. CC Reader: I love Bourbon, but where did Bourbon get its name?

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