While fall foliage is now brilliant, soon wind and rain will drop the leaves as the temperatures fall, too.
It is the season to find some comfort food pairings, and pasta dishes will rise to the top of favorite dinner meals. Complemented by a great glass of local wines will provide a perfect combination for cool weather evenings.
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DONNIELLA WINCHELL is executive director of the Ohio Wine Producers Association. She can be reached at dwinchell@ohiowines.org.
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