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Grapes of Hope: Passing the Master Sommelier exam

Jul 4, 2013
This weekend, more than 70 people will arrive in Texas to take what some say is one of the hardest exams in any profession. The test has roughly an 8 percent pass rate.
Montage Laguna Beach's Troy Smith samples wine at the hotel's Studio restaurant. 
Nancy Farghalli

5 wine picks under $30

Jul 4, 2013
Want to pair your cheeseburger with a nice affordable wine? Well, take a look at these choices.
Nancy Farghalli