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• Oregon Wine: It's Not All Pinot Noir

  

  When you first hear Oregon you think about Pinot Noir. I know I do, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. That was until I spent 3 weeks with Craig Camp and... Read more

  Posted on 13 December 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• 2016 Holiday Gift Guide - Books and More for the Wine Lover

  

  Not sure what to get your wine loving friend for the Holidays, You are in the right place. All year long I'm out and about, reading, tasting and visiting.This... Read more

  Posted on 09 December 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Italy's Abruzzo Region Pecorino: Casal Thaulero

  

  If you like Pinot Grigio I can guarantee you will like Pecorino. We are not talking about the cheese, we are talking about a grape. Read more

  Posted on 06 December 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• The Hidden White Wine of Armagnac

  

  The Armagnac region of Gascony, France is located in southwest France. Armagnac is known to produce the oldest brandy distilled in France. Quite hidden is a... Read more

  Posted on 02 December 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• For the LOVE of Cabernet Franc - Celebrate Cab Franc Day December 4

  

  Cabernet Franc is a very under appreciated grape and it happens to be one of my favorites. Now there is a day to celebrate the grape, December 4.Cabernet Franc... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Thanksgiving Wine Picks

  

  It's that time of year again, the beginning of a month of entertaining. It all starts with Thanksgiving and the turkey dinner. Some people stress over the food... Read more

  Posted on 18 November 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• The Gardens of Two Hands Wine

  

  The "Garden" Series from Two Hands Wine is from six of the Shiraz producing regions of Australia. In Australia, especially in the areas where there are German... Read more

  Posted on 15 November 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Meet Matt Spaccarelli of Fjord Vineyards & Benmarl Winery

  

  Many people know Matt Spaccarelli as the winemaker at Benmarl Winery in Marlboro, New York. What you may not know that he and his partner Casey started Fjord... Read more

  Posted on 11 November 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Around the World with Codorniu Raventos Selections

  

  I had the wonderful opportunity to attend a seminar in New York City featuring the winemakers of the Codorniu Raventos brands: Bruno Colomer of Codorniu, Diego... Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Rating the Barrel with Two Hands

  

  In our continued discussion with Ben from Two Hands Wine we learn not all grapes are grown equally. There can be many reasons. Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Book Review: A Perfect Score

  

  I was thrilled when I got asked to review A Perfect Score: The Art, Soul, and Business of a 21st Century Winery. This book is the story of Craig and Kathryn Hal... Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Harvest Update from Whitecliff Vineyards & Winery

  

  This past weekend I had the opportunity to stop at Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery and catch up with owner/winemaker Michael Migliore. Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• The Secret Of High Altitude Vineyards Of Argentina

  

  The Salta region in Argentina is know to have the highest altitude vineyards. 70 % of the vineyards are located in the Calchaquies Valley. There are 7,900... Read more

  Posted on 25 October 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Little Known Facts About Champagne on Champagne Day

  

  Today is National Champagne Day! Woo Ho!. You don't need a special day to drink Champagne but you must have a bottle today. And it's Friday, so even a better wa... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Debate #2 with Amalaya Malbec

  

  A few weeks ago I drank Amalaya Torrontes while I watched the debate. I felt it's only fitting to write about it's brother the 2015 Amalaya Malbec after watchin... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Heading Down-Under with Two Hands

  

  I have to confess, I am not a big Australian wine fan. In fact I rarely drink wine from that region. One of the great opportunities I have is to participate in ... Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Wines of Marche - Centanni Rosso Di Forca

  

  I was first introduced to the Wines of Marche, Centanni Rosso Di Forca 2 years ago. Now two years later, I can look and see if anything has changed. What has... Read more

  Posted on 11 October 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• From the Aromas of Perfume to Wine: The Love Story Behind Tentue Rio Maggio

  

  The wines of Rio Maggio come from the Marche region of Italy. Located in central Italy bordered on the east by the Adriatic Sea. Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Political Debate Wine Pairing

  

  Last Monday was the debate. I don't get political because there are way to many people out there slapping their views in my face. When it was time for the debat... Read more

  Posted on 04 October 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• My Favorite Chef Peter X. Kelly to Guest Chef at Millbrook's Harvest Party

  

  I am sooo excited! One of my favorite chefs is going to be the "Guest Chef" at Millbrook Vineyards Winery's harvest party.If you have never attended one of... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2016 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK