Ari Bendersky

Ari Bendersky is a Chicago-based lifestyle journalist specializing in food, wine, spirits, and travel. His work has appeared in the New York Times, WSJ magazine, Associated Press, Men’s Journal, AFAR, Wine Enthusiast, and more, and was the co-host of the Overserved podcast. He lives in Chicago with his husband and their scruffy pup.

WAWArticleMENU Cab Franc

Often Found in Blends, Cab Franc is Ready For Its Time in the Spotlight

Often blended with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc makes excellent single-varietal wine. Climate change is pushing the boundaries on where it is cultivated. By Ari Bendersky If you’ve ever enjoyed a glass of wine made with Cabernet Franc, it was likely blended with other red grape varieties. Cabernet Franc is native to the Basque …

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Think American Wine is All About Napa? Think Again

by Ari Bendersky With American wine, most people are aware of California, specifically Napa and Sonoma. Beyond these two regions, others may have Oregon on their radar, keen for its excellent Pinot Noir wines, or even Washington State for its richly textured Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignons.  While California claims the greatest number of wineries, with …

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Flamingo Hotel Las Vegas

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3555 Las Vegas Blvd

Las Vegas, NV 89109

 

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Mariott Santa Ynez

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April 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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555 McMurray Road

Buelton, CA 93427

 

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Art Hotel Denver

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

March 5, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Mountain)

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1201 Broadway

Denver, CO 80203

 

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Aloft Nashville

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

February 12, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Central)

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1719 West End Ave.

Nashville, TN 37203

 

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Epicurean Hotel

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

March 19, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Eastern)

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1207 S Howard Ave,

Tampa, FL 33606

 

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Street View of HQ

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January 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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2501 Oak Street

Napa, CA 94559

 

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