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Hudson Valley Wine Goddess
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Taking the intimidation out of wine. We cover wine reviews, food pairings and wine regions
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Discover Hudson Valley Uncorked - Day Trips & Weekend Itineraries to Wineries,...
The Hudson Valley 90 miles of beautiful scenery and what has become a craft beverage mecca. Beautiful wineries, breweries, distilleries and cideries dot the... Read more
Posted on 05 August 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
What Goes Best With Ribs But Malbec
One of my favorite wines to pair with ribs is Malbec. So naturally I pulled out a Malbec from Argentina to pair with my dinner. The ribs I made, I didn't baste... Read more
Posted on 02 August 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Meet Monica Pennings of Christopher Jacob Winery at Pennings Vineyards
I met Monica Pennings about 10 years ago when we both got involved with Hudson Valley Wine and Grape Association. She was just beginning to get her feet... Read more
Posted on 29 July 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
The Romance Between Merlot and Malbec
There is a romance at Whitecliff Vineyards Winery and it's between Merlot and Malbec. The two grapes they source from vineyards on Long Island. Read more
Posted on 26 July 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Pairing Pinot Grigio and Striper
Being that I am not a big Pinot Grigio fan, when I was asked to taste this Astoria "Alisia Pinot Grigio IGT wine I accepted the challenge and opened up my... Read more
Posted on 22 July 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
The Seeker
is a brand of wines that sources from all over the world. They choose a family winery in different regions that focus on the regional specialty. Read more
Posted on 19 July 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Dancing with the Coyotes
I love this quote I found on their website - "The Coyote Legend""Legend has it, each year at the beginning of hte growing season, a band of coyotes from the... Read more
Posted on 15 July 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Talking Summer Sippin' Wines with Mark Bolger & Kimberly Kay on Mix 97.7
Last week I did a segment on the Mark Bolger Kimberly Kay show on Mix 97.7. I was thrilled and excited. I love talking about wine and especially on the... Read more
Posted on 12 July 2016 DRINK -
#RoseRevolution with Angels & Cowboys
A name like Angels Cowboys will put a smile on your face. The back label says "There's a lover, a trailblazer and a rule breaker in all of us. " Yes there... Read more
Posted on 08 July 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
#RoseRevolution with Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel
It's not everyday when you participate in an online educational program like #winestudio that you get to meet the faces behind the tweets. Read more
Posted on 01 July 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Hudson Valley Embraces "Cabernet Franc" As Their Signature Grape - Launches...
Cabernet Franc, a grape that doesn't get too much attention like some of it's counterparts like Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. It is grown primarily in... Read more
Posted on 28 June 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
This Weekend Adirondack Wine & Food Festival
Don't have plans this weekend, just head up to the Adirondack Wine Food Festival taking place at the Charles R. Wood Festival Commons, 17 West Brook Road in... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
#RoseRevolution with Ellipsis Wines
Rosé wines come in all flavors. You may ask what I mean by that. When you drink a Chardonnay, you expect a certain flavor profile. Read more
Posted on 21 June 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Win Tickets To The Victory Cup - Farm Bash, Polo Match & Wine Festival
Enter to win tickets to The Victory CupPhoto credit: The Victory CupSpend the afternoon at "The Best Party of the Summer"! Bring the dog, the kids, tailgate... Read more
Posted on 17 June 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
#RosèRevolution Begins with Passaggio Wines
June is Rosè month. As we begin to embrace the wonderful world of Rosè wine I have to admit it has taken me a couple of years to fully understand Rosè and... Read more
Posted on 14 June 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Uncovering the Spirits at Orange County Distillery
In research for my book I realized I needed to set out and be a tourist one day and visit some of the distilleries and breweries I haven't been to. Orange Count... Read more
Posted on 10 June 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Visiting Trumpeter Torrontés
It's been a few years since I've had Trumpeter Torrontés by Rutini Wines. Back in 2012 was my first introduction to Rutini wines and the Torrontés grape. Read more
Posted on 07 June 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Canned Wine - Should I Or Shouldn't I
That is the exact question I asked myself when I received an email from Dancing Coyote Wines about trying their wine that comes in a can. Read more
Posted on 03 June 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Kick Off Summer At The Hudson Berkshire Wine & Food Festival
Start off you summer tasting what the Hudson Valley has to offer at the the Hudson Berkshire Wine Food Festival Saturday May 28th and Sunday May 29th at the... Read more
Posted on 24 May 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Graduation Day
It's college graduation this weekend in my house. My daughter is graduation from Johnson Wales with a degree in Hospitality Management. Read more
Posted on 20 May 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK