by Debbie | Oct 3, 2018 | Rose
Rosé is really coming into it’s own. I remember a few years ago I really had a tough time finding one I enjoyed. I have to say it’s part of #Winestudio, an educational program I participate in on Tuesday evenings that I have a better appreciation of this wine. There...
by Debbie | Sep 10, 2018 | hudson valley wine competition
It’s been a busy month. For the past three weeks I’ve been preparing for the 2018 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition. Although I am not counting I believe this year is my 11th year as the chairperson. I have a wonderful panel of judges who I...
by Debbie | Aug 14, 2018 | Chateau Paul Mas Clos des Mures Rouge
I’ve written before about Paul Mas Wines. Jean-Claude Mas is behind the Arrogant Frog line and Cote Mas Rose in the liter bottle. All fun wines, but there is a seriousness behind Jean-Claude Mas and a renewed pride in the Languedoc region of France and his estates are...
by Debbie | Aug 8, 2018 | chianti, italian wine
Celebrating 50 harvests is just as monumental as celebrating your 50th birthday or your 50th wedding anniversary. Montefioralle is celebrating their 50th harvest this year. Located in the small medieval hamlet of Montefioralle that is located not to far from Greve in...
by Debbie | Jul 31, 2018 | grilling
Summer time is a time for grilling. (Actually we grill all year around in our house, yes even in the snow. ) As much as we grill we never really have tried grilling on planks. I was so happy when I received an email from Beyond Salt and Pepper to try grilling on their...
