Waiting for the Plane with Wine

These days you have to get to the airport so early for your flight.  The main obstacle is getting through TSA in a time so you aren’t doing the 100 yard dash to your gate.In January I was leaving San Francisco on a 11am flight so I was at the airport 90 minutes...

Oak Summit 2011 Chardonnay

Oak Summit is one of the most beautiful spots on the east side of the Hudson. The view is amazing from the top as is the growing site.The 2011 Chardonnay had aromas of apple and pear. The palate was full of pear, citrus and apple.  It was nicely balanced with not...

Franciacorta, The Hamptons of Italy

Let me paint the picture:The Hamptons located on the Eastern end of Long Island, NY where the affluent New Yorkers and executives vacation and/or own large homes on the seashore. Also located in Long Island Wine Country and 2 hours from New York City.Franciacorta,...

Fonseca 20 year Tawny Port

Nothing like a little Port after a long day.  Truth, I only recently began exploring Port and am really enjoying the flavors and styles while I relax in the evening.Hints of raisin and oak on the nose leads to a soft and silky palate of prune and dried red fruit....