From Ruby to Tawny: An Intro to Port Wine
By Gordon Gilbert
What do you think of when you hear the word “port”? Landed gentry puffing cigars in the gentlemen’s clubs of London? A platter of powerful cheese that it might complement? That side trip…
Category: The Wine Cellar
Hooray for Beaujolais
By Gordon Gilbert
The holidays are almost upon us, and with them comes the almost certain possibility of classically heavy and rich feasts. No doubt we will experience our fair share of roasted turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauces and…
Chill Concoctions for Hot Summer Soirees
By Gordon Gilbert
The dog days of summer are upon us. By now, you’ve probably had your fill of ice cold beers and frosty cocktails, but have you indulged in sangria yet? An invigorating wine punch…
Chill Concoctions for Hot Summer Soirees
By Gordon Gilbert
The dog days of summer are upon us. By now, you’ve probably had your fill of ice cold beers and frosty cocktails, but have you indulged in sangria yet? An invigorating wine punch with roots that go…
Fine and Fair Weather Wines
By Gabriel Garcia
With chillier days behind us once again, the most colorful and vibrant time of year has arrived, warming our bodies and minds with the many simple pleasures of the season. Sun kissed blood oranges, Meyer lemons, key…
Grape Expectations for Pasta Pairings
By Michelle Morey
There is nothing simpler, nor more satisfying than creating a memorable pasta or noodle dish while enjoying a variety of wines. A comforting truth is that there are usually several wines that do complement, and the foundation…
Holiday Cheer – Elegant and Accessible
By Michelle Morey
If holidays evoke laughter and good cheer, add delicious appetizers with versatile, reasonably priced wine, and transform a modest gathering into an annual tradition. The success of every party, picnic or fireside tête-à-tête is to choose the…
Wines in Tune with Autumn
By Michelle Morey
As days grow shorter and desert nights slightly cooler, envision substantial meals that still taste like summer, but offer a preview to autumn’s alchemy. While tomatoes and corn may still be worthy of a spirited final fling,…
Bold Burgers and Beverages
By Michelle Morey
What started out as a lunch counter convenience food has evolved into a summertime staple, an often indulged craving and a challenge to “dream a better burger.” Whether you reminisce of cheeseburgers and root beer floats, or…
Chardonnay Continues to Captivate
By Michelle Morey
The veracity of Chardonnay; growers easily cultivate it, winemakers fashion it with pleasure, and we all love to drink it. While Chardonnay appeals to most, there are some who have not yet experienced its candid glow.
Brunch Knows No Rules…
By Michelle Morey
Just for grins, ask random strangers for their definition of “brunch.” This hybrid meal truly breaks all the rules with its many variations. Foods that may or may not bear any relationship to one another, ranging from…
Resplendent Rhône Style Reds
If in pursuit of wines that are amiable, possess complex aromas, and dance with every red meat and grilled dish in the room, run to the Rhône Valley and New World “Rhône Style Blends” department of your local wine emporium.…
Toasting the Holiday Season
The Gift of Wine
By Michelle Morey
Whether you are choosing wine for family gatherings or artfully selecting gifts for party hosts, be inspired by an unprejudiced palate and comforted in the knowledge that the “world of wine” is…
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