There are three primary zones of production in the Douro for Port.  The Baixo Corgo region where Regua produces lighter wines due to the cooler, wetter weather it experiences and represent 45% of Douro’s plantings.  As you travel further inland to Cima Corgo, the weather gets a little warmer you will find the town of Pinhao where the... »View More

I survived TasteCamp!  Or I should say the 6 hour drive by myself.    I am going to give you a brief re-cap of the weekend and go into detail in a few posts later on. It seems the only time I can spring out of bed early in the AM and be wide awake is to travel.  So at 4:15AM the buzzer sounded and I began my trek south. I would... »View More

I’m waiting for three men. They set out from the World Trade Center around 10:45 Friday morning, on bikes, with a stop at the Bronx Ale House and another at the beer wonderland DeCicco’s in Ardsley, before arriving at their ultimate destination: Captain Lawrence Brewing in Elmsford. They’re running a little late, as tends to happen when enjoying... »View More

Another Seyval Blanc to tell you about before the 2011 vintage comes out. The 2010 Hudson-Chatham Block 1, North Creek Vineyards was Estate Grown and Bottled had a strong nose of citrus. A palate of soft banana with citrus and lime flavors with a tart finish that jumps out at you and lingers.  As the wine warms up a bit the lime flavors become... »View More

Picture yourself  in vibrant Amsterdam, enjoying her legendary canals and colorful surroundings. Visiting the majestic Cologne Cathedral, the historic university town of Heidelberg, the charming medieval town of Strasbourg and discover the legendary Black Forest region. Conclude your journey amidst Switzerland’s stunning scenery and world-famous... »View More

It’s Spring and it’s time to celebrate all things Italian with the release of Millbrook Vineyard & Winery’s 2011 Tocai Friulano and their California grown Sangiovese. Join them at their 5th Annual Tocai Friulano New Release Party  Saturday, May 19 from 12pm – 3pm for some vino, Italian food and a good... »View More

It’s that time of year when the invitations begin to roll in.  Wedding, Bridal Showers, Bachelorette Parties, Divorce Parties.  You name it, there is a Champagne to pair with it.   Thanks to the Champagne Bureau the recommend these pairings. The Shower – All of your girlfriends will enjoy the pink color and light, fruity flavor of a delicious... »View More

It’s that time of year when the invitations begin to roll in.  Wedding, Bridal Showers, Bachelorette Parties, Divorce Parties.  You name it, there is a Champagne to pair with it.  Thanks to the Champagne Bureau the recommend these pairings.The Shower – All of your girlfriends will enjoy the pink color and light, fruity flavor... »View More

Cinco de Derby If ever a day was created to lift a few festive libations with friends, it may just have been May 5. A quick translation of the date into Spanish reveals, yes, Cinco de Mayo, and it happened to be the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby as well. The Derby is known, of course, for the wearing of more preposterous bonnets than a royal... »View More

All in a weekends work we were blending Whitecliff Vineyard & Winery’s 2011 Sky Island Blend.  This is their Bordeaux style blend of red wine. We tasted each of the varietals on their own before we began the blending process. Merlot – astringent, high tannins, earth tones and light cherry Cabernet Sauvignon – a little green,... »View More