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• From First Sip to Certification: Why Cava Remains One of My Favorite Sparkling...

  

  I’m thrilled to share a milestone in my wine journey—I’ve officially passed the Cava Educator Class and received my Cava Educator Certificate from the Cava... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2026 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Why Lake Garda Wines Should Be on Your Wine Radar This Year

  

  If you’re looking for wines that are fresh, food-friendly, and quietly sophisticated, without the hype or sticker shock, let me introduce (or re-introduce) you... Read more

  Posted on 05 January 2026 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Christmas in Philly: A Holiday Tour of Lights, History & Festive Cocktails

  

  On Friday, I traveled up to Philadelphia to meet my friend Cindy, who was visiting from California with one mission: to experience all things Christmas in... Read more

  Posted on 09 December 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Where Do I Go From Here? A New Chapter Begins

  

  I’ve been a little quiet lately. Life has been full, busy, emotional, and reflective, and I’ve spent a lot of time asking myself one big question: Where do I... Read more

  Posted on 03 December 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Dream, Build, Pour: The Passion Behind Hampton Roads Winery

  

  Starting a winery isn’t for the faint of heart—and David Sheldon, owner of Hampton Roads Winery in Surry County, Virginia, knows that better than anyone. Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• The Game Changer Martini: How Lustau Vermut Made Me Fall in Love with Martinis

  I’ll be honest — I never drank martinis. They always seemed a little too strong, a little too dry, and just not my thing. That all changed when I discovered... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• 2025 Hudson Valley Wine Competition Results: Celebrating This Year’s Winners

  

  For the past 17 years, I’ve had the honor of serving as Chairwoman of the Hudson Valley Wine, Spirits Cider Competition, held each September at the Hudson... Read more

  Posted on 07 September 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Franciacorta Uncorked: Italy’s Finest Sparkling Wine You’ve Never Heard Of

  

  Franciacorta: Italy's Sparkling Secret Worth DiscoveringWhen it comes to sparkling wine, Champagne may get all the glory, and Prosecco has certainly earned its... Read more

  Posted on 23 July 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Savor Summer with These Two Stellar Spanish White Wines

  

  When it comes to summer sipping, Spain delivers in spades. With vineyards hugging coastal breezes and winemakers embracing crisp, aromatic profiles, Spanish... Read more

  Posted on 16 July 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• From Reims to Carneros: Louis Pommery Brings French Finesse to California...

  

  When tradition meets terroir across continents, the result can be something truly special. That’s the story behind Louis Pommery Carneros Chardonnay, a wine tha... Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Classic Chablis Elegance: Domaine Long-Depaquit 2023 from Albert Bichot

  

  Domaine Long-Depaquit Albert Bichot Chablis 2023 When precision meets tradition, you get Chablis at its finest. The 2023 Domaine Long-Depaquit Chablis from... Read more

  Posted on 09 June 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Sipping the Alps: Discovering the Alpine Whites of Cantina Di Bolzano

  

  "Making Good Wines is a Craft. Making Great Wines is an Art"Exploring Cantina di Bolzano: Alpine Elegance in Every SipNestled in the heart of Alto Adige, Cantin... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Benmarl Winery: Award-Winning Wines and Exciting New Horizons

  

  On a recent visit to Benmarl Winery, I had the honor of presenting them with the Best in Show award from the Hudson Valley Wine and Spirits Competition for thei... Read more

  Posted on 11 March 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Exploring Usakhelauri – The Hidden Gem of Georgian Wines

  

  In our latest episode of Winephabet Street, we journey into the fascinating world of Usakhelauri, a rare and treasured grape from the country of Georgia. Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Discovering Whitecliff’s 2022 Non-Intervention Pinot Noir: A Winemaker’s...

  

  While labeling bottles for the Hudson Valley Wine Competition in September, I stumbled upon a wine that immediately piqued my curiosity—Whitecliff’s 2022... Read more

  Posted on 02 February 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Exploring Traminette with Michael Migliore of Whitecliff Vineyard

  

  If you missed the live episode of Winephabet Street’s this month we talked all about Traminette, Our guest was Michael Migliore, owner and winemaker of... Read more

  Posted on 18 December 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Exploring the Rich Legacy of Kopke 1638 Port House with Carla Tiago

  

  In a recent interview, Carla Tiago, one of the talented winemakers from the historic Kopke 1638 Port House, shared insights into the storied tradition and... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Discovering Familia Vicente Pearce: A Journey of Passion, Wine, and Connection

  

  In this latest episode of Uncork Your Mind, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Shawn Pearce from Familia Vicente Pearce, a unique winery that bridges the... Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• From Italy to New Jersey: The Unique Journey of the San Marco Grape at Bellview...

  

  Welcome to an exciting edition of Winephabet Street! We are exploring the story of the San Marco grape, a unique variety cultivated in the United States by... Read more

  Posted on 03 October 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Rediscovering Rkatsiteli: A Journey Through Time with Meaghan Frank and Dr....

  

  So excited about this episode of Winephabet Street. We are exploring the letter 'R' with one of the wine world's hidden gems, the Rkatsiteli grape. Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK