Wine clubs can provide convenience, savings and opportunity for adventure. But are wine clubs worth the time and expense? If we visit tasting rooms or subscribe to wine publications, we’re going to … [Read more...] about Wine Clubs – Are They Right For You?
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Wine Of The Week – 2017 La Pitchoune Merritt Island Chenin Blanc
Our Wine Of The Week is another great summer sip - 2017 La Pitchoune Merritt Island Chenin Blanc "la bombe," a white wine from Northern California. Just south of Sacramento is the agricultural town of … [Read more...] about Wine Of The Week – 2017 La Pitchoune Merritt Island Chenin Blanc
Wine Of The Week – 2018 Bodegas Henri Lurton Chenin Blanc
Our Wine Of The Week is 2018 Bodegas Henri Lurton Chenin Blanc, a European-style white wine from Baja California in northwest Mexico. We don't run across many Mexican wines being poured in Napa Valley … [Read more...] about Wine Of The Week – 2018 Bodegas Henri Lurton Chenin Blanc
Featured Wine Destination – Lynmar Estate
Our July 2019 Featured Wine Destination is Lynmar Estate in Sonoma County's beautiful Russian River Valley. The area is known for high quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and Lynmar has one of the most … [Read more...] about Featured Wine Destination – Lynmar Estate
A Cool Italian Summer Refresher – The Aperol Spritz
Looking to cool off on hot summer days with a refreshing Italian sip? A few years ago we discovered the Aperol Spritz while touring the narrow streets and endless historical sites in central Florence. … [Read more...] about A Cool Italian Summer Refresher – The Aperol Spritz
Why I Ignore The Standard Pour (and why you should, too)
A lot has been written, said and argued regarding an appropriate size for the standard pour of a glass of wine. Technicians of wine enjoyment typically set the amount based on the size and shape of … [Read more...] about Why I Ignore The Standard Pour (and why you should, too)
Truly Ludicrous Wine Descriptors
We've all heard them. At restaurants, in tasting rooms and around the table at dinner parties. Ridiculous wine critiques trumpeted with authority by wine snob wanna-be's seeking to make their … [Read more...] about Truly Ludicrous Wine Descriptors
Wine Of The Week – DaVero 2018 Rosato D’Amici
Our Wine Of The Week is DaVero 2018 Rosata D'Amici, happy Rosé Day! DaVero Farms & Winery is a Sonoma County producer of red, white and blush wines featuring mostly Italian grape varietals. The … [Read more...] about Wine Of The Week – DaVero 2018 Rosato D’Amici
Featured Wine Destination – VJB Cellars in Sonoma
Our June 2019 Featured Wine Destination is VJB Cellars in the Kenwood community about fifteen minutes north of downtown Sonoma. This is a great destination for tasting Italian-style wines, nibbling … [Read more...] about Featured Wine Destination – VJB Cellars in Sonoma
Hanna Winery Tasting Room Adventure
Hanna Winery has one of the most well-placed hillside tasting rooms in the rolling hills of Sonoma County's Alexander Valley. Photographs don't accurately capture the beauty of the view experienced … [Read more...] about Hanna Winery Tasting Room Adventure