Jessica Coburn & Candace Gahan
Candace (left) is a wine geek at Wine Country Bistro & Bottle Shop in Shreveport, where she peddles fine wine and artisan cheese. Her favorite local spots are Rhino Coffee, Great Raft Brewery, and Day Old Blues Records. Email her your wine questions at candacedgahan1@aol.com.
Jessica is a native Texan who is passionate about wine and cheese. You can find her slinging these delicacies at Wine Country Bistro & Bottle Shop daily or riding her bike around town. Email her your wine/libations questions at jessica@winecountrynet.com.
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