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Wine of the Week: Freixenet Elyssia Gran Cuvée Cava
If you had asked me years ago what I thought of Freixenet, I probably would have smiled and pictured that familiar black bottle of Cava sitting on the liquor store shelf. It was inexpensive, reliable, and, let's be honest, one of those bottles many of us picked up...
Wine of the Week: Fjord Vineyards 2025 Hudson River Region White Gamay Noir
There's something special about ending the day on my front porch with a glass of wine in hand. This summer, my porch has become my favorite tasting room. It's the perfect spot for people-watching, enjoying the evening breeze, and admiring my hydrangea bush as it...
Wine of the Week: Château des Antonins Bordeaux Blanc 2023
With temperatures soaring last week, I started digging through the fridge looking for something crisp and refreshing. I came up with a 2023 Château des Antonins Bordeaux Blanc. We have to remember that Bordeaux isn't just about red wine. Wait... Bordeaux makes white...
Wine of the Week: Ronchi Di Cialla Schioppettino 2021
One of the things I love most about wine is that every bottle tells a story. Sometimes that story begins in the vineyard. Sometimes it begins during a conversation with a winemaker. And occasionally, it begins by simply standing in the right place. A few weeks ago, I...
Grape of the Month: Traminette
When people talk about aromatic white wines, the conversation often turns to Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, or Gewürztraminer. But there's another grape that deserves a spot in your glass, especially if you enjoy wines bursting with floral aromas and vibrant fruit...
Wine of the Week: Avinyó Gran Reserva Cava La Ticota Selecció 2017
Some corks are pulled on an ordinary day. Others mark a moment you'll be talking about for the rest of your life. This week's bottle falls squarely into the second category. On June 17, 2026, our grandson made his grand entrance into the world — 8 lbs 10 oz, 21.5...
Your Guide to the Craft Beverage Producers in the Hudson Valley
