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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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Blending Quimera with Santiago Achaval
Born in Rochester Minnesota, Santiago Achaval moved to Argentina when he was 6. He grew up in Argentina and went to college there as well, but got accepted to... Read more
Posted on 22 December 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Christmas Cookie and Wine Pairing Chart
When you were a kid you most likely left out milk and cookies for Santa. I know my kids did, and a few carrots for the reindeer.Now what about us adults. Read more
Posted on 18 December 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Thank You From The Hudson Valley Wine Goddess
There is a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. I am most of all thankful for all of you! Your support and readership.I was recently ranked #38 in the... Read more
Posted on 15 December 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Gifts For The Wine Traveler and Boater
It's the season where you have to think hard for some good gifts for your friends and family. Since we just purchased a boat (yes, what were we thinking) and I... Read more
Posted on 11 December 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Soave - Italy's Leading White Wine
Let me introduce you to Soave. I have to admit, this is my first time tasting Soave. I got asked to participate in #SommChat and felt honored and was excited... Read more
Posted on 08 December 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Wine Lovers-Gifts of Knowledge
This month I began having a segment on Hudson Valley News Network it will be turning into a video segment twice a month in the new year. This appeared... Read more
Posted on 04 December 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
The Bold and Beauty of Garnacha
I recently participated in a tasting of Garnacha and was really impressed, not only on the quality but the value of the wine.You have your bold Garnacha which i... Read more
Posted on 01 December 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
4 Thanksgiving Day Wine Picks
Today is the day Beaujolais Nouveau gets release and that signifies the beginning of the holiday season, at least it does to me. Read more
Posted on 19 November 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Notes From the Captain Lawrence Tasting Room: Cuvee De Route 9A
No one is exactly sure when Captain Lawrence last released its Cuvee de Castleton, a Belgian-style sour ale named for the Pleasantville street where the... Read more
Posted on 17 November 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
The Exes In My Ipod Paired with Beran Zinfandel
There's not a better thing to do on a fall day but grab a good book and sit on your front porch with a glass of wine and read for the afternoon. Read more
Posted on 17 November 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
What To Do With That Leftover Halloween Candy
It's been a few weeks since Halloween and if you have leftover candy, or you're tired of looking at your kids candy what can you do.Well...we didn't get many... Read more
Posted on 13 November 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Notes From the Captain Lawrence Tasting: Room Fall Back Into a Beer
The days may be shorter, but some of them are still pretty darn glorious. There’s nary a cloud in the sky and, while there’s an undeniable feeling of fall in th... Read more
Posted on 10 November 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
4 Finger Lakes Cabernet Francs to Warm You Up This Fall
It's getting a bit chilly outside and in my house the shift has been made to red wine.While I was at the Wine Bloggers conference this year I did a little Finge... Read more
Posted on 06 November 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Getting Barefoot!
Yes I know Summer is over, but there is still no reason to put the socks on yet. I recently got Barefoot with Barefoot Cabernet Sauvignon.Let me give you a... Read more
Posted on 03 November 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Get to Know the Grapes of the Hudson Valley with Steve Casscles
My first meeting with Steve Casscles was in his vineyard in Middle Hope, New York. I was sent there to pick up wine for the wine competition. It was a... Read more
Posted on 29 October 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Notes From the Captain Lawrence Tasting: Room A Hearty Hello to Hallow’s Eve
With all due respect to Christmas, Easter and that blessed bacchanalia of turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie exactly a month away, Halloween may just be the... Read more
Posted on 27 October 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Trick Or Treat: Halloween Wine & Candy Pairing
Is anyone like me and purchases Halloween candy that they like and then eat it before Halloween? Now you are running out on Halloween when you realize you ate... Read more
Posted on 26 October 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Celebrate Champagne Day
Tiny bubbles! Get ready....Friday, October 23 is Champagne Day!! Time to celebrate the tiny bubbles of Champagne. Remember Champagne can only be made in the... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Notes From the Captain Lawrence Tasting Room: Flurry of Activity at the Brewery
Ahh, the colors of October—brilliant reds and sparkling golds, and even a little white sprinkled in. Huh?Indeed, that was a snow flurry or three illogically... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Malbec: Limestone (Cahors) Vs. Clay (Argentina)
The first thing you think about when you hear the word Malbec these days is Argentina. Well Malbec dates back some 2,000 years ago when it was known as "The... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2015 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK