Hudson Valley Wine Goddess
Taking The Intimidation Out Of WineVina Alicia San Alberto Syrah
San Alberto Vineyard Tucked away in the Lujan de Cuyo region of Mendoza, Argentina sits Vina Alicia that began in 1998 by Alicia Mateu Arizu, wife of the well known winemaker Alberto Arizu (owner of the Luigi Bosca Winery). Alicia began the commercialization of...
From Field to Glass – Hillrock Estate Distillery
Tucked away on a beautiful country road in Ancram, New York you'll find Hillrock Farm, home to Hillrock Estate Distillery and Jeffrey Baker producing whiskey under the direction of Master Distiller, Dave Pickerall. I recently toured the distillery with Tim...
Wine & Dine on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry
Saturday evening I went on my first ferry ride out of Cape May. I listen to the horns blow every day and watch the 7am ferry leave while on my walk, but have never been a passenger until Saturday. Yes of course it wasn't a trip to Lewes for outlet shopping, but...
A Toast To Mom
Mom and her friend Sandy. October 2013 I lost my favorite fan last month. My Mom. That might explain why my postings have been light., please be patient with me during this time. Although my mom never said much or showed it, she followed my blog to keep up with...
Running the Hudson Valley Wine Competition & Results
For the past 6 or so years I've been behind the Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition. When I took the realm of this competition it was just wine. The past two years with the explosion of distilleries in the Hudson Valley we opened up to spirits....
Enjoying The Hudson Valley Wine Festival
This weekend is the annual Hudson Valley Wine Festival. Many will be tasting the various wines, spirits and beer of the Hudson Valley and New York State. I will be at the festival early Saturday for the Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition....