by Debbie | Jun 21, 2023 | wine
A few weeks ago I was invited to a tasting of Pommery Champagne and to meet with Cellarmaster Clement Pierlol, the 10th Cellarmaster at Pommery. Of course, I am not going to turn down Champagne. Pommery is one of the famous Champagne Houses. There are a few points...
by Debbie | Jun 8, 2023 | wine
It’s no secret, I started out 2023 with the realization I’m turning 60 (I don’t feel it) and life is going by fast. It is time to start living it!! In this Turning 30 Twice Tour, I am discovering more of what New York wine country offers beyond the Hudson Valley, and...
by Debbie | May 10, 2023 | greek wine, greek wines, wine, winephabet street
The Kotsifali grape is an indigenous red grape variety from the Greek island of Crete. This grape is essential to many Cretan wines and is highly prized for its unique qualities.It is known for producing wines with medium to full body and moderate acidity. The grape...
by Debbie | Apr 19, 2023 | chilean wine, wine
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, is dedicated to increasing awareness of our planet’s environmental issues and promoting positive change. The event, first celebrated in 1970, has since become a global movement. Every year, people worldwide come...
by Debbie | Apr 12, 2023 | portuguese wine, wine, winephabet street, winephabetstreet
The Jampal grape, also known as Jampel or Malvasia Fina de Jampal, is a unique and rare grape variety native to Portugal. It is believed to have originated in the Douro Valley region. It is predominantly grown in the Terras do Dão region, located in the...