Hudson Valley Wine Goddess
Taking The Intimidation Out Of WineThe Captain’s Log: New Year’s, New Beers
The final tally is just…about…in. As the year comes to a close, Captain Lawrence has produced nearly 20,000 barrels of beer in 2013—that’s close to 40,000 kegs, and a whopping 35% increase over 2012, its first full year in Elmsford. Going a bit further back, Captain...
The Boscaini Family and Masi Wine
Sometimes I can get overwhelmed with wine knowledge that I draw a blank. When I received a press release about Autumn Reds from Masi I thought the name sounded familiar but couldn't place the relationship, a blank. I received a bottle for review from the PR firm and...
Got Trumped
In 2011 Donald Trump purchased Kluge Vineyard and Estate in Charlottesville, Virginia and renamed it Trump Winery. It sits at the heart of the Monticello Wine Trail and ties together terroir and innovation. They pride themselves on making quality wines that are unique...
Merry Christmas
‘Twas A Few Nights Before Christmas
‘Twas a few nights before ChristmasAnd all through the breweryPeople were enjoying the oppositeOf nature’s fury.The seasonal carols speak of snow, frost and iceAnd wintry sleigh rides you’d want to do twice.In fact, Sunday was balmy—temps up to 68!Some missed the...
Cookies and Cline
It is that time of year and time to baking for my cookie swap. Yes 7 dozen cookies to be made. I try to find a new recipe every year and this year I made Chocolate Peanut Butter cookies. What better time to make these cookies than when you are stuck...
Your Guide to the Craft Beverage Producers in the Hudson Valley
