Celebrity Life

Already a destination for acclaimed dining and fine wines, Pebble Beach Resorts has further expanded its offering for wine aficionados with the introduction of Stave Wine Cellar at Spanish Bay. Stave Wine Cellar is a wine lounge and cellar at The Inn at Spanish Bay that invites visitors to indulge in wines by the glass, […]

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The iconic champagne house Veuve Clicquot, a longtime sponsor of polo matches, returns to the fifth annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, Los Angeles benefiting the beautiful Will Rogers State Historic Park in the Pacific Palisades this Saturday, October 11th, 2014. This stylish event began in New York City in 2008, marking the return of polo […]

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Portón Master Distiller, Johnny Schuler, is one of the foremost Pisco authorities in the world. Having dedicated much of his life to setting the standards for excellence in the Pisco industry, he has revitalized interest in Peru’s native spirit. As Master Distiller, Mr. Schuler oversees brand development as well as every aspect of production from […]

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Revel Custom Wine Cellars has its first winery installation in Napa Valley at the Cardinale Estate, located in Napa Valley’s world-renowned Oakville District. Cardinale crafts a single Cabernet Sauvignon from each vintage. The wine is a limited-production blend from Napa Valley’s most celebrated mountain appellations. Revel Custom Wine Cellars installed a new 670 bottle cellar […]

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Oenophilia (eh-no-fill-ee-uh), derived from the Greek language, is the love (philia) of wine (oinos). Ipso facto, an oenophile is a lover of wine. It stands to reason that wine lovers are often foodies too, for what is wine if not paired with its culinary counterparts, from the quintessential savory wine and cheese to the chocolate […]

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You’re at a party.  A band is playing dance tunes while people chatter about plans for the New Year. In the corner, mostly unheard, a voice from the television brings you the festivities for Times Square. A waiter in a white roundabout jacket hands you a glass to toast the New Year. But this isn’t […]

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Although hand rolled cigars are typically more expensive than those produced by machines, they are worth the higher price – just ask Altadis, the world’s largest cigar company and makers of some of the finest cigars on the market. Whether you are just starting out with your first taste of a cigar or are an […]

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Functional Beauty Whether you’re an occasional sipper of wine or a bona fide connoisseur, the last thing you want to taste is a bottle of wine that has become vinegar. Wine like any food will go bad if not properly cared for. If wine is exposed to heat, light, vibrations or fluctuations in temperature or […]

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Today, we bring you the crème de la crème of our Cognacs – unabashedly artful, ancient vintages from long-forgotten producers and priceless special cuvées from the world’s most famous houses. We’ve selected a few rare and exceptional Cognacs, often produced in limited quantities and splendidly presented; ideal and unforgettable gifts to those who appreciate a […]

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Hand-distilled in small batches in Tequila, Mexico, Casa Dragones Tequila has become the first choice of celebrities such as Bobby Flay, Eric Ripert, Oprah Winfrey Martha Stewart. Discerning tequila drinkers have been uncharacteristically enthusiastic for the brand, maintaining that Casa Dragones is delightful and unique. Producing an exceptionally smooth taste on the palate, it has […]

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When you think of fine imported wine, what comes to mind? Possibly a Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2004 from Bordeaux, France, or an Aldo Conterno Dolcetto d’Alba 2000 exported from the Barola vicinity in Italy.  I suggest that you grace your palate with a vibrant expression of a Miguel Merino 2002 UNNUM or a LAN 2004 […]

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You’ve worked hard today, relentless in pursuit of your goals. You’ve had a relaxing evening out, with a decadent menu shared by an amazing company. Putting the stamp at the end of the day is imperative. The nightcap you choose can take experience from satisfying to unforgettable. If the evening was low key and relaxing, […]

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