Best Bubbles of 2014! Sparkling Wine and Champagne Recommendations
Ken As we approach New Year’s Eve on Wednesday evening, we always post our favorite sparklers and Champagnes just before the big night so readers can pick up some bubbles just…
2014
The 12 Days of Wine-Mas
Twas the night before Wine-mas, when all through the vines, Not a creature was stirring through the grapes grown in lines, During harvest the grapes are each handpicked with care,…
No More Wine-ing About Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and we know you’ve been refreshing your Pinterest feed tirelessly, searching for the perfect recipes for this year’s menu. While we would never want…
OKTOBERFEST…with Wine?
I know what you're thinking, Oktoberfest means beer. You suddenly feel the urge to throw on your favorite lederhosen & knock back a bucket-sized mug of sudsy Hefeweizen while shouting…
Make Your Next Wine Country Getaway a Touchdown
Dolphins, 49ers and Bears”¦oh my! Football season has officially arrived and Touring & Tasting is here to be your quarterback in the Wine Country game. We’ve made a list of…
Merlot Results – Winemaker’s and Readers, Don’t Give Up On This Grape!
To my dismay, very good Merlot offerings appear to be dwindling. The best ones seem to come from dedicated producers of higher end wines. We had a blind tasting in…
Fall Back in Love with the Wine Country
It’s been a long, hot summer this year and we know you’re as excited as we are for the weather to cool down and for fall to roll in. This…
Sauvignon Blanc Summer Wrap Up – Top Selections So Far
Summer is the best time to enjoy Sauvignon Blanc. It is one of the most refreshing wines that I cover. It is perfect choice for hot days. In this post,…
Summer Wine Country Bucket List
Getting tired of the same summer routine? Switch it up with some out-of-the-box adventures and activities that will take the “average” right out of your summer vocabulary. You may be…
The Best Dry Roses to Consider This Summer
The summer is an ideal time to pull out your dry Roses. I prefer to enjoy them at cellar temperature. (58 degrees) You might like them even chilled a bit…