Dragonvine is author Steven Laine’s latest wine-theme fiction novel. You’ll find my review of his previous book Root Cause here. Disclosure: I received this book as media sample. I received no compensation for this review. All opinions are my own. Synopsis When his father dies in a wildfire, Carmine Cooper takes over the family winery…
Two Stunning White Wines from Theorem Vineyards
Today, I’m thrilled to introduce to you to Theorem Vineyards, a relative newcomer to the Napa Valley wine scene. Not familiar with the name? Neither was I until I received tasting samples of the 2020 Theorem Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. And is it any wonder? There are around 500 unique physical bonded locations (a…
Lodi Locavore Living #WinePW
Living in Lodi makes it easy to be a locavore!
Mussels With Garlic and Parsley Paired with Cantina Terlan Kreuth Chardonnay #ItalianFWT
This month the Italian Food Wine and Travel (#ItalianFWT) group of food and wine bloggers is exploring Italian Wines From Non-Native Grapes. With a rich wine history that dates back at least 3,500 years, and perfect conditions for growing wine grapes, it’s no wonder Italy is one of the most exciting wine regions in the…
Italian Wines From Non-Native Grapes: A Preview #ItalianFWT
This month I’m hosting the Italian Food Wine and Travel (#ItalianFWT) exploration of Italian Wines From Non-Native Grapes. With a rich wine history that dates back at least 3,500 years, and perfect conditions for growing wine grapes, it’s no wonder Italy is one of the most exciting wine regions in the world. It is home…
Invitation: Italian Wines From Non-Native Grapes #ItalianFWT
With a rich wine history that dates back at least 3,500 years, and perfect conditions for growing wine grapes, it’s no wonder Italy is one of the most exciting wine regions in the world. It is home to more than 350 authorized grape varieties across 20 wine regions. The vast majority of grapes grown in…
Book Review and Wine Pairing: Press For Champagne: A Guide To Enjoying The World’s Greatest Sparkling Wine
I thoroughly enjoyed the book. It’s deepened my knowledge of Champagne without being too technical and in process enriched my enjoyment of Champagne.
2017 Prima Materia Sangiovese + Chicken Liver Truffle Ragu Rigatoni #WinePW
This month the Wine Pairing Weekend (#WinePW) group of food and wine bloggers are exploring wines in the American edition of Slow Wine Guide, and pairing it with foods that evokes the ethos of the “Slow Food” movement. For the uninitiated, Slow Wine Guide selects wineries that respect and reflect their local terroir and practice sustainable…
Exploring Mexican Wine Beyond Baja #WinePW
This month the Wine Pairing Weekend group is tasting Mexican wine and offering food pairing to boot! My first introduction to Mexican wine was in 2017, while on vacation in Nuevo Vallarta in Baja. While there, we tried the Pinot Noir pictured below and a Syrah, also from Baja. The wine was recommended by the…
Pewsey Vale – Eden Valley’s Original Riesling Monopole #WorldWineTravel
South Australia is the historic heart of Australian wine, home to some of the most famous regions, best-known wineries and oldest vines in the country. Australian Wine.com This month the World Wine Travel group of bloggers, who explore the world virtually through wine, virtually travels to South Australia as part of our 2022 exploration of…