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Sour Grapes

What Tom Petters’s wine collection reveals

By Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl

Drink This: Sauvignon Blanc

Whether it’s Wednesday night or a special occasion, we have the perfect bottle for you

By Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl

Raise a Glass

What’s the most powerful woman in Minnesota food interested in these days? Lee Svitak Dean toasts the joys of at-home dinner parties.

BY Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl

Taste of Minnesota

Local vineyards have begun to yield wines worth talking about. Here, a tour of four bottle stops.

By Nick Fauchald

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Looking for a special drink to toast the new promotion or simply end the long day with an enjoyable nightcap?

Try one of our recipes—they’re bound to take the edge off.

What to Drink Now

Moscato d’Asti

Piedmont’s best-kept secret is this low-alcohol sparkler, perfect with dessert or cheese

By Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl

Our Pick

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Terry Brennan

Blue Ruby

1/2 cup fresh blueberries
10 leaves fresh basil
1/2 cup Tanqueray gin
1 1/2 cups white grape juice
Garnish: fresh blueberries

Put all the ingredients in a blender and pulse 6 times. Pour over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with a couple of blueberries.

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TERRY BRENNAN

Aussie Shiraz goes great with meat and fish on the barbie.

Check here for the different styles of shiraz and what meat pairs best.

Wine and Spirits Guide

Fall/Winter Wine & Spirits Guide

Find food and wine pairings, expert advice, local autumn brews, local and fair trade wines, plus holiday cocktail recipes, and more.

Search here for details about the Twin Cities’ hottest bars, clubs, and late-night haunts.

With so many dance floors, comedy clubs, and happy hour deals, you're bound to satisfy your night-owl needs.