Time to Split

About 10:30pm every New Years eve, I always ask myself the same question, why don’t I drink champagne more often?  It’s easy to drink, pairs well with numerous dishes, and its always a crowd-pleaser.  So what’s preventing me from enjoying this sparkling delight more often?  I don’t put much weight into the belief you need to [...]

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Higher Alcohol Levels Shouldn’t be a Concern

I recently came across a piece written by Felix Salmon that really rubbed me the wrong way.  In the article, the author attempted to explain why alcohol levels have risen in wines, and how that effects their quality.  Not only did I find his information misleading, but he also broke a major rule I hold dear.  If you don’t [...]

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Sonoma

Over the long labor day weekend we found our way to Sonoma for our very first visit. Here are the highlights: 1. Landmark Vineyards. Amazing hospitality, gorgeous grounds, and some Syrah! 2. Joseph Swan. Harvest was well underway as we approached the tasting room. We enjoyed speaking with Karen and becoming the 8th in line for a [...]

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Summer BBQ Wine

It’s summertime, also known as BBQ season, and you are planning your next party… Charcoal? Check. Food? Check. Libation?……Libation? Okay, so you don’t know what to serve. That’s okay; BBQs are hard meals to pair with wine, mostly because your guests and your parties come in all shapes and sizes. For instance, if you are planning to invite 50+ [...]

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Bivalves and Sparkling Wine

We have all been there before: you work hard all day, and when you finally make it home, you are exhausted, and have the energy of a sloth, leaving no desire to cook. To make things more complicated, it is mid-July, and many of us would prefer to enjoy the warm, sunny days, and afternoon [...]

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