It’s been hot in Wine Country this week, over 100 degrees several days in row. It’s the kind of heat that drives you to look deep in the wine fridge to find a satisfying after-work thirst quencher. … [Read more...] about Stephen & Walker 2014 Posy Pink Rosé Tasting Notes
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Wine Bottle Labels – A Convenient Marking Method
Those who venture deep into the world of wine and adjacent amusements will eventually accumulate a wine collection. The collection could be just a few bottles in a small wooden rack on the kitchen … [Read more...] about Wine Bottle Labels – A Convenient Marking Method
Stryker Somona Winery Tasting Room Adventure
Stryker Sonoma Winery is located on a straight stretch of rural Highway 128 that runs through the rolling hills of Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley. The tasting room entrance is a little more than a … [Read more...] about Stryker Somona Winery Tasting Room Adventure
Starmont Winery and Vineyards Tasting Adventure
My visit to the Starmont Winery tasting room was another one of those “while we’re passing by…” Wine Adventures. Even though Starmont has produced excellent Carneros-grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir … [Read more...] about Starmont Winery and Vineyards Tasting Adventure
A Cool Italian Summer Refresher – The Aperol Spritz
Earlier this summer, I discovered that touring the narrow streets and endless number of historical sites in central Florence by foot on a hot day builds a mighty thirst. I also found a great place to … [Read more...] about A Cool Italian Summer Refresher – The Aperol Spritz
Romeo Vineyards Tasting Garden in Calistoga
On this past warm northern Napa Valley Sunday afternoon I had the good fortune to experience a new Wine Adventure in beautiful Calistoga. Downtown, where Highway 29 is called Lincoln Street, Romeo … [Read more...] about Romeo Vineyards Tasting Garden in Calistoga
Napa Valley Dining: R+D Kitchen In Yountville
Although quality dining is available throughout Napa Valley, many consider the village of Yountville a culinary mecca with more Michelin stars than the Milky Way. While on a recent Wine Adventure, I … [Read more...] about Napa Valley Dining: R+D Kitchen In Yountville
Tasting Notes – Poggio San Polo 2010 Brunello di Montalcino
The Tuscan village of Montalcino, about 20 miles south of Sienna, lies within a region famous for producing full bodied red wines. Local vineyards are planted mostly in Sangiovese, which is the … [Read more...] about Tasting Notes – Poggio San Polo 2010 Brunello di Montalcino
Adventures In Italian Horizontal Wine Tasting
Wine Adventures often take us to winery tasting rooms where we sip a single producer’s latest releases. Sometimes we’ll be offered vertical flights of two, three or four consecutive vintages to … [Read more...] about Adventures In Italian Horizontal Wine Tasting
Wine Tasting At Jamieson Ranch Vineyards
Spring Wine Adventures continue to yield refreshing summer wines as we stock up for the warmer months ahead. This week’s Adventure lead me to wine tasting at Jamieson Ranch Vineyards, Napa Valley’s … [Read more...] about Wine Tasting At Jamieson Ranch Vineyards