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Reefer Madness Hits California Wine Country

Take note, wine tasters. It’s time to add another scent to your aroma wheel: weed.

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Pinot Grigio Too Girly? Try Sledgehammer, the Wine for Guys Only

There are just two rules when it comes to tasting Sledgehammer, explicit in its motto: No sipping, and no swirling.

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A Venti, No-Whip Cabernet: Starbucks Expands Beer and Wine Sales

Whether they’re furthering their world domination or simply expanding their horizons, once thing’s for sure: the 25 Starbucks locations set to start serving alcohol are about to see a lot more evening activity.

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Cosmic Cabernet: Meteorite-Aged Wine Debuts in Chile

A British winemaker in Chile has combined his two passions — winemaking and astronomy — to create the world’s first space wine.

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How Americans Imbibe: Choice of Alcoholic Drink Varies by Region

According to a Gallup poll, 64% of Americans reported drinking alcoholic beverages this year, down 3% from 2010. But what we drink — and how often — depends on demographics and location

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No Sour Grapes: Wines From ‘Bad Years’ Are Best Values

Don’t fear the off-years for wine. The average wine drinker often can’t decipher the difference. And the savings will make it taste even sweeter.

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Reading While Eating for November 3: Money Talks

Thursday’s links, oddly enough, discuss Fridays.

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Pairing Wine With Food? Consider the Soundtrack, Too

In the mood for some Pinot Grigio? Why not pair it with some Lady Gaga?

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Watch: Store Shelf Collapse Shatters 7,000 Wine Bottles

It wasn’t exactly a sparkling day for workers at Superior Discount Liquor, after a 78-foot shelf gave way, sending nearly 7,000 wine bottles crashing to the floor to form a reservoir of booze.

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Reading While Eating for September 28: Tracking the Trends

Today’s lunch-links feature a mix of the off-beat news that keeps NewsFeed, and us all really, going.