A Sommelier's Essentials - a list by shelleylindgren

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From opening and drinking wine to pairing it with food.

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Laguiole Corkscrew

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3 people recommended this item

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These are a little on the expensive side, and I do break them ever 5 or 6 weeks, but they fit my hand perfectly and they have a lifetime guarantee. I’ve tried every type of handle and I like the bone and the wood the best. I look for a serrated foil cutter. It cuts the foil nice and clean. When I leave home, I just need a lipstick, my keys, and a wine opener.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Riedel Extreme Burgundy glass

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We use this at the restaurant. It’s been really hard to find the right Burgundy glass and this was a breakthrough for us!

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Riedel Vinum Zinfandel (Sangiovese) glasses

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We tend to use this more for different whites than reds. It could be a good all purpose glass.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Riedel Vinum decanter

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We do decant a lot of wine, but we’re not so formal in our service. This is easy to pour and traditional looking. It’s very functional for us.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Antonio Caggiano Taurasi

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A really unique wine with a lot of minerality.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Clelia Romano Fiano Di Avellino

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It’s the grand cru of Fiano and the grape is acclimated to this part of Avellino. I’m a huge fan.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Cantine Marisa Cuomo Fiorduva

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She’s making some of Italy’s world class whites using grapes that are indigenous from the Amalfi coast. This one is rich but still carries a lot of acidity.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Bisci Verdicchio di Matelica

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Very light and crisp. From the Marche region.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Gioia Burrata cheese

3 people recommended this item

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Some say burrata is better than sex.

Updated Feb 14, 2007

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Nonino Chestnut Honey grappa

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I love grappa, and this one is really great. Knowing the grapes is a great thing becuase there are so many types of grappa. For example, if you wanted something really aromatic, you could have a grappa made from moscato.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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