Prosecco Week (June 24-30) is a vibrant celebration dedicated to the world’s most popular sparkling wine by sales volume. Originating in the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia-Giulia region in northeastern Italy, Prosecco is made primarily from the Glera grape, which is know for its light, fruit and floral characteristics. The production process involves the Charmat (a.k.a Martinotti)…
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Exploring the Artistry of Potter’s Vineyard/Vino Vasai
Last year, I had the pleasure of sampling a selection of wines from Potter’s Vineyard/Vino Vasai, a boutique winery known for its artisanal approach to winemaking. You can read about my initial impressions and the delightful array of wines I tasted here. This year, I’m thrilled to receive another set of samples from this esteemed…
The Irresistible Delights of a PX Adult Float #WinePW
The theme for this month’s Wine Pairing Weekend (#WinePW) is pairing with with “junk” food. Our host this month is Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm. In her invitation for the event she stated “Junk food, like wine, is personal” and that we could “write about one of your guilty pleasures“….
Pairing 2022 Jeff Carrel Languedoc Les Darons with Birria Pizza #Winophiles
This month, the French Winophiles will be writing about the Languedoc (a.k.a. Languedoc Roussillion) region. Nestled in the sun-kissed embrace of southern France, with the Pyrenees framing its southern border and Spain just beyond, lies the archetypal Mediterranean wine country of Languedoc. An Overview of the Languedoc Stretching from the rugged coastline of the Mediterranean…
Exploring Languedoc; Uncovering France’s Hidden Gem #Winophiles
This month, the French Winophiles will be writing about the Languedoc (a.k.a. Languedoc Roussillion) region. Nestled in the sun-kissed embrace of southern France, with the Pyrenees framing its southern border and Spain just beyond, lies the archetypal Mediterranean wine country of Languedoc. An Overview of the Languedoc Stretching from the rugged coastline of the Mediterranean…
A Taste of Mad Marvlus Wines #WorldWineTravel
This month, the World Wine Travel (#WorldWineTravel) writers are exploring the world of hybrid grapes and the wines crafted from them. I recently had the pleasure of attending the Grapes of Inclusion event hosted by the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV) at CIA at Copia in Napa. The event featured 20+ Black-owned brands from…
Alentejo Chronicles: Day 3; XXVI Talhas, Talha Mafia and Honrado
I recently had the pleasure of exploring Portugal’s captivating Alentejo region as a guest of the CVRA, Alentejo’s Regional Winegrowing Commission. Join me as I share my daily adventures in a series of blog posts. I hope you’ll enjoy the journey! On the third day of our press trip, we had the delightful opportunity to…
Tasting Three Tempting Northern Italian Reds
I’ve had the privilege of visiting Italy twice, with my most recent trip in the fall of 2022 for the Wine Media Conference held in Lake Garda. One of the highlights of the conference was uncovering the remarkable diversity of wine regions in northern Italy that are conveniently located near Lake Garda. I was already…
Savoring the Flavors of 2019 Ettore Merlot Zero
Nestled among the picturesque vineyards of Mendocino County lies a hidden gem that embodies the essence of artisanal organic winemaking: Ettore Wine. About Ettore Wines The story of Ettore Wines is one of dedication, innovation, and a deep connection to the land. Founded by winemaker Ettore Biraghi, the winery is a testament to his relentless…
Alentejo Chronicles: Day 2; São Martinho and Friends – Adega Nautus Vini + World Amphora Day
I recently had the pleasure of exploring Portugal’s captivating Alentejo region as a guest of the CVRA, Alentejo’s Regional Winegrowing Commission. Join me as I share my daily adventures in a series of blog posts. I hope you’ll enjoy the journey! On the second day of our Alentejo media tour, we kicked off with a…