What if one of Greece’s most iconic grapes could thrive under California sun? That’s the question the 2022 Sandlands Assyrtiko answers—deliciously. Lodi, already home to more than 100 wine grape varieties, has become a proving ground for the unexpected. From Iberian to Italian to Rhône, Mediterranean grapes flourish here, and now Assyrtiko—famed for its origins…
Tag: Sustainable Wine
Rooted in Responsibility: Valdemar’s Commitment to Sustainability from Rioja to Washington
Each year, Earth Day invites us to pause and reflect on our relationship with the planet—and how we might become better stewards of it. For me, that reflection took on new meaning during the height of the pandemic, when I tuned into a series of Jackson Family Wines’ masterclasses titled #RootedforGood: Fostering a Sustainable Future…
Wine of the Week; 2016 Bokisch Vineyards Reserva Spanish Blend
Lured by the promise of a delectable wine and cheese experience, my wife and I recently spent a lovely afternoon at Bokisch Vineyards in Lodi. As expected, the wine and cheese experience was wonderful (head over to the IG account for the details). Inspired by the quality of the wine and cheese pairing experience, we…
Wine of the Week: 2020 Quinta da Fonte Souto
This week’s Wine of the Week is a terrific white blend from one of Portugal’s leading wine companies – Symington Family Estates. 2020 Quinta da Fonte Souto Disclosure: Wine provided as a media sample. No other compensation was involved. All opinions are mine. This wine is a blend of 75% Arinto/25% Verdelho. 60% of the blend…