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Margan, Hunter Valley (New South Wales, Australia) Semillon "Masterpiece" 2006 ($15, Southern Starz) 
Given its name, this wine can't quite serve as an exemplar of modesty, but it comes pretty close to living up to its moniker with very expressive aromatics and flavors, which suggest figs, lime, dried herbs and freshly-mown hay.
Although these nuances are pretty impressive, its structural properties are at least as strong, with medium body and a fairly broad, weighty midpalate but very energetic acidity that lifts and defines the finish.
Fine Semillon is often wonderful with moderately robust foods, and indeed this wine was the runaway winner out of half a dozen wines tried with mussels in a green curry and coconut milk sauce.
90 - Michael Franz
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As the Washington Wine Academy, it's no surprise that we  have a slew of events surrounding wine. But we know there are a lot of people out there who don't share our passion. So for all of you with spouses who aren't winos, make sure you check out our upcoming DC School of Beer and ABCs of Beer events. |
Spring Beers
For beer drinkers, taking advantage of seasonal offerings is a must. And while spring isn't known as the strongest season for beer, there are still some good choices. So if you're looking for a good beer to bring to a spring barbecue, try seeking out one of these common spring releases ... - Maibock: The Maibock
is a lighter beer that showcases toasted or bready malt
sweetness.
- Red Ale: While red ales are brewed year-round, this malty ale takes on significance during spring as a St. Patrick's Day celebratory
beer.
- Dry Stout: This ale imparts light roasted
characteristics and is the classic complement to oysters on the half shell.
- Biere de Mars: This spring
celebration beer hails from the beer producing regions covering
Northern France and Southern Belgium. Some will also
have more noticeable musty, or farmhouse, flavors due to wild yeast
often used in the making of these styles.
... or check out our list (below) of 5 particularly stand-out domestic spring beers. |
 Weekly WWA Events:
Every FRIDAY at the Arlington Cinema 'N Drafthouse - 6:15 p.m.
Every Saturday and Sunday in partnership with Reston Limousine!
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Top 5 Domestic Spring Beers*
- Sierra Nevada ESB: A beautiful malt and spicy hop blend
- Victory Prima Pils: Pilsners go well with spring. Light gold color, and
soft, fluffy carbonation. A beautifully citrus, hoppy and bubbly blend.
- Sam Adams White Ale: A White Ale that is precisely what a Belgian White
should be. A slight hint of orange after an immediate malty taste.
- Dogfish Head Aprihop: A vibrant orange amber that tastes like a Magic
Hat #9 on steroids. The intense apricot flavor balances out the hop
spiciness.
- Ommegang Hennepin: A lemony-banana citrus blast, along with a small
amount of hops, and a sweet yet subtle bouquet of malt and body.
* For more information about these beers, visit TheLoveofBeer.com
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