Tailgate Proof Wine
Fall is football season and represents numerous tailgating parties and other outdoor events. Did you know there are some outdoor friendly wines that drink outside the box? I know the stereo types about boxed wines, but there are some award winning wines that are being boxed to meet the mobile demands of consumers.
My personal favorite [...]
Drink from Flora Springs
Recently, I was able to enjoy some wines from Flora Springs Winery and Vineyards. Both wines were enjoyable, competitively priced, and come from green farming methods.
Flora Springs, a third generation winery in St. Helena, California, offers a wonderful selection of wines and they use sustainable and organic farming practices (20% is certified organic, with another [...]
Wine from the Heart of the Desert
Many of us do not think of New Mexico in terms of wine production, but it actually is the oldest wine growing region in the United States dating back to 1629. Recently I was introduced to some beautiful wines from Heart of the Desert in New Mexico. I was impressed with how well the wines [...]
Falling for Wine
Summer is ending and fall weather is rapidly approaching. The best way for me to transition, is to think about all the good things that come with fall: the leaves changing, a new school year, Penn State football, and putting on a nice warm sweater. Fall is also harvesting season for many grapes. This is [...]
Choco Pod Tasting
Recently I tasted some chocolates that would go perfectly at your next tasting event. They are Choco Pods from Chuao Chocolatier. These chocolates are filled with enticing flavors that will heighten any tasting experience. My husband and I tasted these chocolates over the course of a few days and had some red wine on hand. [...]
Tasting Down the HALL
This past Sunday we entertained friends over dinner where we enjoyed two bottles of excellent wine from Hall Wines.
We started with the 2005 Hall Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. This Cab is deep red and purple in color with notes of ripe berries with a smooth berry flavor. The Cab finishes with a slightly spicy [...]
Wine Cruising
Recently my husband and I went on a seven day cruise through the Western Caribbean. We left from Port Canaveral and traveled to Cozumel, Belize City, Costa Maya, and Nassau. We had a fantastic time and came home very relaxed.
We sailed on Carnival and they offer two wine packages. Yes, the wines are marked up [...]
Long Weekend at Old Mission Peninsula
Last summer, my husband and I drove the Traverse City Wine Trail on Old Mission Peninsula in Michigan. We had a wonderful visit. I ’m looking forward to returning. I don’t think that we’ll have that opportunity this year, but time will tell. Perhaps writing this entry will encourage my husband to plan another trip!
I [...]
Award Winning Wines Help Fund Breast Cancer Research and Treatments
Within the first minute of speaking to Budge Brown, I knew he had a passion for breast cancer awareness. If you’ve never heard of Mr. Brown, maybe you have heard of his winery, Cleavage Creek. The winery was created with the intent of contributing significantly towards breast cancer research and awareness.
Breast cancer is a topic [...]
Wine Taste at your next Outdoor Concert
During the summer, I usually look for affordable, family friendly activities. That way, we can enjoy numerous activities through out the year. The youngest likes to run around, dance, clap, and listen to music. My husband and I love to listen to music and experience new things. A free concert in Millennium Park was just [...]
THE 2009 SUMMER WINE LIST
I received this press release and it has some great wine and pairing suggestions (as well as prices). It also tells you what to look for when tasting each wine. I thought I’d share it – Enjoy!
For Immediate Release
THE 2009 SUMMER WINE LIST
Clambakes, pool parties, sandcastles and sunscreen: summer is around the corner. In 2009 [...]
Wine[tails] from [yellow tail] wine….
Let’s face it, everyone is trying to do something that sets their party apart from the rest. For many, that is sharing a new dish, drink, or appetizer that you found in your favorite magazine or online. Wine[tails] will let you stand out at your next gathering and you won’t be offering the same old [...]
