Hudson Valley Wine Goddess
Taking The Intimidation Out Of WineMy Son Went To Spain and I Got a Bottle of Rioja
Back in February my son approached us and asked if he can take summer courses in Spain. His school (LaSalle University) offers an exchange at the University of Salamanca. Of course! I was so excited, what a great experience for him! (Wish he could have pack me in...
Impromtu Tasting at Turdo Vineyards
Turdo Vineyards is located about 3/4 mile from my house in Cape May, NJ. Sad to say the last time I visited them was 2009. (to see the post click here) Not much has changed except the Cape May wine scene has grown. They are still a nice boutique winery located in...
Notes From the Captain Lawrence Tasting Room, Vol. 70 Hoppy National IPA Day!
They came from near, and they came from far. They came to celebrate a very special holiday called National IPA Day. That may sound like something Captain Lawrence created to get people out to the tasting room, but it’s real—August 1, National India Pale Ale Day....
What Wine Says About You
Happy Monday! I thought this would put a smile on many faces and a great way to begin your work week. Think about your wine of choice today at lunch today. Yes I am giving you permission to have that glass as it will set your mood for the rest of your day. Have...
Virtual Tasting #WITS2013 Wente, Garnet & Renwood
Last week I had the opportunity to participate in a virtual tasting held over twitter that featured three wines. Wente 2012 Estate Grown Morning Fog Chardonnay, Livermore Valley CA Garnet Vineyards 2011 Monterey Pinot Noir Renwood 2010 Premier Old Vine Zinfandel,...
Notes From the Captain Lawrence Tasting Room, Vol. 69 ‘Best’ Place Ever!
No knock on Elmsford—I dig Sportime USA and the skating rink and the driving range, not to mention the KFC, all of which represent Captain Lawrence’s neighbors along Rte. 9A. But for one night, Captain Lawrence went truly high class—setting up shop at Westchester...