Wine can be intimidating, I remember when I took a wine appreciations class that was the first thing my professor said. He then told us to throw that thought out because you shouldn’t be intimidated by something so delicious that changes your dining experiences, friend gatherings, really your entire lifestyle. …
Ah, good wine…a sublime interaction of the drink’s personality with the taster’s. It’s the kind of experience that can reduce eating to a sort of rude animal necessity—but even when you’re visiting wine country, you’ve got to have dinner at some point. Stay on that higher flavor plane at the …
There is a place nestled in Sonoma County where you can go to get away, relax, and enjoy the bountiful fruits of the region. This place is the Farmhouse Inn. Born from the inspiration of five-generations of a family living in the Russian River Valley, Catherine and Joe Bartolomei are …
In 1972, David Stare bought a parcel of land in California’s Dry Creek Valley—perhaps fittingly, the novice winemaker refused to brook any babbling about his chosen crop. Sauvignon blanc grapes did not do well in the region, well-meaning specialists warned. But as an MIT-educated engineer who instead chose to start …
Some stories have mini stories that need to be mentioned while the main one is told, the story of the Benovia Vineyard is one of those stories. After marrying, Joe Anderson and Mary Dewane began a journey that led them to establish a winery and team up with amazing people, …
Getting into the wine industry means dedicating yourself to an art that will be passed on from generation to generation, exactly in the way that Bacigalupi Vineyards has been for over 60 years. On the land of 121 acres on Westside Road, the original owners of the vineyard – Charles …
Summer is the season for celebrations. You might be celebrating graduations, or weddings, or Independence Day. Maybe you’re celebrating the warmth of the air or a family vacation. Regardless, celebrations mean clinking your glasses, toasting to love, family, to happiness, to summer. This summer, consider toasting with Hoffman and Rathbone’s …
There is an appropriate wine for every occasion: weddings, birthday parties or simply with a meal. To celebrate this year’s Summer Solstice you might want to have a glass of Rosé in hand. Perhaps one that is a soft ballet slipper pink in color, with a bow elegantly printed on …
Wine: Chateau Puygeraud 2010 Region: Francs – Cotes de Bordeaux Score: 91 pts Best Enjoyed: Now – 2018 Mature nose, gently perfumed with tapenade, warm led pencil, and humidor. The palate shows sweetly mature fruit framed by dusty and grippy tannins that are starting to dry out and need food to soften up. …
Wine: Chateau du Courneau Margaux 2013 ABV: 12.5% alc. Score: 91 pts Impoted By: Victor Wines Best Enjoyed: 2018 – 2027+ Other: Kosher for Pesach There is a fresh and open-knit character to the nose here, a currant and spiced cherry note that turns to a palate quite savory, with oolong tea, mineral, a hint …
Since 1952 and being resurrected in 1999, Hambledon Vineyard in Hampshire remains England’s oldest commercial vineyard. With such rich history, it’s no surprise Hambledon brings in exciting guests to share the wealth of the vineyard and showcase their selection of wines. Hambledon and former Masterchef the Professionals finalist and Ritz …
Nestled in the foothills of the Andes in a scenic valley in Argentina, Chandon harvests the grapes used in their sparkling Rose from an estate owned vineyard. This location offers a mountain cooled, high-altitude climate which creates an intensely fresh and acidic, yet delicate flavor profile. The founding history of …