How a Cali Rose saved me from the mediocrity of wine in the Dominican Republic…
Wine Words Demystified: Fermentation
You know the deal; the more some folks learn about a topic, the more shortcuts/slang/acronyms/initials/technical jargon can be tossed around. I’m here to help you understand those sometimes mysterious words and phrases, thus – Wine Words Demystified! This week’s word/phrase is Fermentation According to Karen MacNeil‘s The Wine Bible: The process during grape fermentation whereby yeasts convert the natural sugar in…
Wine Of The Week: 2009 Ridge Buchignani Ranch Carignane
Wine of the Week: Ridge Buchignani Ranch Carignane – An excellent lesser known varietal from venerable Ridge Vineyards
Wine Words Demystified: Fining
What does it mean to “fine” a wine,and why it may matter if you’re a vegan…
Which Wines Go Best With Oysters?
Well it turns out there’s a competition for that! The most recent edition was the 18th Annual 2012 Pacific Coast Oyster Competition. Are you kidding me? They’ve done this 17 times before this year and I just found out?!;-) Here’s what the website says… Traditionally, restaurateurs have looked to France for wines like Muscadet and…
Wine Of The Week: 2006 Miner Family Cabernet Sauvignon Stagecoach Vineyard
My wine of the week for April 28-May 4 is the 2006 Miner Family Cabernet Sauvignon Stagecoach Vineyard The Winery Miner Family Winery – Napa Valley is located in the eastern hills of the Oakville AVA in Napa Valley. They source their grapes from various vineyards throughout California, and offer a wide range of wines. …
T.G.I.F. Champagne and the like…2007 Korbel Rouge
Have you ever had a RED sparkling wine?
Wine Words Demystified: AVA
What do designations such as “Napa Valley”, or “Rutherford’ on a bottle of wine mean?
Wine of the Week: 2008 Cypher Winery “Cypher” Paso Robles Eclectic Red
My Wine Of The Week is an eclectic blend of 12 grape varieties!
Wine Words Demystified: Aromas
What’s the difference between aromas and bouquet – and who cares?