WineMaker helps you make world-class wine at home with hands-on articles, expert tips and great recipes for all levels of home winemakers.

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The Stonington 9-Drawer Chest is a classic addition to the country bedroom, proudly displaying heirloom-quality hard wood construction with solid Ash durability. The chest optimizes organization with six full-size topped with threee small storage drawers, while its wainscoted panels and clean lines bring classic charm and timeless appeal into your home. Features: -Handcrafted in Vermont from solid Northern White Ash and veneers -Solid hardwood drawer boxes, finger dovetailed front and back -European-style, hidden undermounted, 100 lb. rated, enameled steel drawer glides spring-loaded to be “self-closing” -Available in a variety of colors and finishes -Pairs perfectly with Stonington Square Mirror -Dimensions: 46” H x 60” W x 19” D -NOTE: Drawer pulls will be porcelain with white painted finish; wood with all other painted finishes; metal with stain finishes -Please call for information on custom color combinations!! About Vermont Tubbs: The history of Vermont Tubbs traces back to 1840, when William F. Tubbs began steam bending ash to produce a line of durable, handcrafted snowshoes and skis. In the years to follow, that emphasis shifted to individually bench-built furniture with the same commitment to quality and value. Proudly operating out of Brandon, Vermont, the Vermont Tubbs family has maintained the tradition of careful craftsmanship, enduring design, and superior service that trademark their beautiful, heirloom-quality furniture. The Vermont Tubbs Mission underlines their commitment to excellence: “Vermont Tubbs is a home furnishings company where individuals enjoy working together as a team creating fine handcrafted products for the discriminating buyer.

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The perfect accessory to outdoor entertaining with traditional appeal. The Party Bar is an elegant, yet functional way to serve friends and guests. Featuring a stainless steel ice bucket with a teak cover, wine glass rack, drawer, and three adjustable shelves, this multi-functional pieces has a generous 38″ prep area to accomodate a variety of tasks! Additional Information: -Traditional design to accomodate any setting or style -Solid teak construction -Three adjustble shelves -Comes with wine glass rack and stainless steel ice bucket -Coordinates with any Kingsley Bate bar height chairs: Amalfi (AM18), Mandalay (MD17), or Nantucket (NT18) -Dimensions: 42″H X 60″W X 30″D About Kingsley-Bate and Teak British craftsmen of the 18th century discovered what their Eastern counterparts had known for centuries, that teak has qualities unlike any other wood. It’s ability to withstand the rigors of adverse climate, yet weather attractively, make it the ideal choice for outdoor furniture. As America’s leading manufacturer of teak outdoor furniture, we use only premium quality teak and precise mortise and tenon joinery in the construction of our furniture. Kingsley-Bate also leads the way in the responsible manufacture of its furniture. Kingsley-Bate is the first American company to use Javanese teak in the manufacture of its furniture. Our teak is harvested from carefully controlled plantations, established in Indonesia by the Dutch in the Mid-19th century. Due to the increasing demand for this beautiful hardwood, Kingsley-Bate now uses a select amount of Burmese teak in its productions. Whether Javanese or Burmese, you can be assured that we use only the finest quality teak in our furniture. Manufactured with precise mortise and tenon joinery, the furniture is shipped partially assembled. The factory fully assembles each piece prior to shipment to ensure that reassembly will take a minimum of effort and all pieces will fit together to our precise specifications. Some

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McHenry County Magazine wine columnist, Andy Andresky, offers information on wine tasting. This episode of the Wine Time video blog is a lesson on tasting white wine. For more from Andy, read his column under the Home & Lifestyle tab.

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In Episode 4 of The Amateur Wino wine video series, we review 3 white wines and give tips about shopping for wine online, including a look at shopping bot search engines like Wine-Searcher.com and Winezap.com

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Waiter W/ Menu Board & Wine Bottle Holder . Unique collectable for your kitchen or dinning room. Waiter is 17 Tall. These collectables are done in poly resin material. Shipping Information- Wt.8 Lbs Each.

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Hidden touchpad electronic controls with LED digital temperature readout Six wire shelves plus bottom wood cradle store up to 54 wine bottles horizontally, keeping corks moist Shelves are coated to reduce vibration and hold bottles snugly in place Full-width shelves pull out for easy access Shelves can be removed to store larger bottles Temperature adjusts from 40 to 65 degrees F Preserves different types of wine at optimal serving temperature Ultraviolet-resistant tempered glass and black interior protect wine from harmful light Maple wood facings provide additional ultraviolet protection and may be finished to coordinate with surrounding cabinetry Low-intensity interior lighting Displays wine with minimal heat and light output Turns on when door is opened or by switch Keyed door lock provides protection for stored wines (glass door models) Professional-Style Construction Undercounter or freestanding installation Full Overlay blends seamlessly into cabinetry with locally supplied front panels; customer may purchase Viking Professional or Designer handle, or opt for custom handle Can be installed as a single unit, double stacked, or side-by-side in standard-depth residential cabinets Adjustable leveling legs Exterior Options Accepts 3/4″ wide custom wood frame Optional Accessories Professional handle kit (PHK30) Designer handle kit (DHK18) Approximate Overall Dimensions: Height 35 Width  23 7/8 Depth 25 3/8 Before install, consult with product information included with shipment. Don’t forget to double check your dimensions. For additional color options, please call us for assistance. Please note: Viking major appliances from US Appliance are only available for delivery to Michigan, Northern Indiana and Northern Ohio.

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Free Shipping! Authorized Grace Dealer. A maplewood rack with four shelves and some enthralling finishes. This kitchen-oriented, gourmet bakers rack features a solid maple butcher\’s block with a protective finish. It can be used as a server or a storage unit. There is also a 5 bottle wine rack tucked under the wood shelf to keep your favorite vino within easy reach. There are 3 additional shelves of solid steel wire construction. Two lower metal grid shelves, and one overhead, will hold everything from vases to cookbooks, and the top shelf can be used as a grid to hang herbs or lightweight cups. The back bars can also be used for hanging light items. Select this piece with or without brass tips on the scrolls of the steel frame, and then choose from one of many designer metal finishes to match your home decor … click to read more

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