He recently earned the prestigious rank of Advanced Sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers.
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Timsit is a Los Angeles native (fun fact: as a child actor, he played the blue Power Ranger on the 1990s TV series) and a walking wine encyclopedia. When you’re buying Veuve Clicquot, you’re paying for a lot more than just the wine in the bottle. Many people look to Champagne brands they recognize, but try to branch out.Look to places like Oregon or Washington State instead. Stay away from California Pinot Noir and Cabernet: It can get really expensive really fast.Greek wines have probably the best price-to-value ratio of anywhere in the world.
In the $25-and-under range, look to areas that are known for value, like Greece. At two Center City stores, he plucked 20 bottles from the shelves-whites, reds and sparklers that offer great value for their price, from a $12.99 steal all the way to a $74.99 splurge. If you’re like most people and don’t plan your wine buying in advance, the limited selection and uneven customer service at some area state stores can leave you wishing you had a mini sommelier in your pocket.įor the next best thing, PhillyVoice asked Justin Timsit, wine director at The Rittenhouse Hotel, for his advice. ’Tis the season for caroling, yule logs, and frantic trips to the PLCB Wine & Spirits store to grab an acceptable, but not an overpriced, bottle of wine on your way to a party.
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