“I’m making Pinot Noir for people who appreciate traditionally made Pinot Noirs.—Peter Sturn Whenever I think of Pinot Noir in the United States, the Willamette Valley in Oregon is top of mind. Its cool and often maritime-influenced climate provides the temperature moderation necessary for the slow, even ripening of Pinot Noir grapes. And, with its…
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A Taste of Potter’s Vineyard/Vino Vasai Wines
May is Oregon Wine Month and I’m excited to share a few new-to-me Oregon wineries! Disclosure: Wines were provided as a media samples. No other compensation was received. All opinions are mine. About Potter’s Vineyard/Vino Vasai An all to familiar trope about winemaking is that it is a blend of science and art. Now more than…
Wines of Week; 2021 Le Cadeau “Rocheaux” + Côte Est Pinot Noir
These are two terroir driven, elegant and alluring wines that remind me why I love Oregon Pinot Noir! May is Oregon Wine Month and I’m thrilled to be sharing these two sample wines from a new-to-me Oregon winery – Le Cadeau Vineyard. Disclosure: Wines were provided as a media samples. No other compensation was received. All…
Ata Rangi Pinot Noir Crimson + Smoked Portobello Mushroom Burgers #WorldWineTravel
This month the World Wine Travel bloggers begin our exploration of New Zealand wines. For the uninitiated, I provided an overview of New Zealand wine in our invitation post. Martinborough Wine Region Our first stop in New Zealand is Martinborough! It is located in the southern part of New Zealand’s North Island about 55 kilometers (35…
Invitation To Explore Martinborough New Zealand #WorldWineTravel
For 2022 the World Wine Travel (#WorldWineTravel) group of bloggers are virtually exploring wine regions in Australia and New Zealand. We wrapped up an 8 month exploration of Australian Wine in August. From September through the end of 2022, we’ll be exploring wines regions in New Zealand. About New Zealand Wine New Zealand is a remote…
A Taste Of The Unsung Wines of Oltrepò Pavese #ItalianFWT
This month, the Italian Food, Wine and Travel writers are exploring a new-to-me, and lesser known region of Italy – Oltrepò Pavese. Susannah Gold, founder of Vigneto Communications is hosting this month. She is a Brand Ambassador for the Oltrepò here in the U.S., and graciously arranged samples for our group. Oltrepò Pavese, which is sometime…
Wine of the Week; 2020 Domaine Bousquet Gaia Rosé
Looking for a well-structured Rosé made from 100% organically grown grape for $20 or less? The 2020 Domaine Bousquet Gaia Rosé is just that, and is my Wine of the Week. 2020 marks the debut vintage of this wine from Domaine Bousquet, one of my absolute favorite wineries for affordable, delicious wines that offer terrific quality…
A Taste of Theopolis Vineyards #WinePW
These were harmonious, exciting and delicious wines I’d purchase again.
A Taste of Cooper Mountain Vineyards at the Table #WinePW
…if wine growers are willing to invest time and resources in biodynamic,organic,or sustainable viticulture, then wines elaborated from those grapes are more interesting to me, and I want to support those efforts. May is Oregon Wine Month, and the Wine Pairing Weekend group of wine and food writers are exploring Biodynamic Wines of Willamette Valley. …
Wine of the Day: 2000 Henriot Champagne Cuvée des Enchanteleurs Brut
If you haven’t had an exceptional mature champagne like this, you’re missing a treat! The Cuvée des Enchanteleurs” was Champagne Henriot’s Tête de cuvée, which in Champagne, refers to the top of the range of a specific house or grower’s wines. I say “was” because 2000 was the last vintage for this prestige cuvée. It has…