Hudson Valley Wine Goddess
Taking The Intimidation Out Of WineWine Word Wednesday – Roditis
What Goes Best With Ribs But Malbec
One of my favorite wines to pair with ribs is Malbec. So naturally I pulled out a Malbec from Argentina to pair with my dinner. The ribs I made, I didn't baste with the usual barbecue sauce, but with a mustard vinegar sauce. I hoped for the best as it was the...
Meet Monica Pennings of Christopher Jacob Winery at Pennings Vineyards
I met Monica Pennings about 10 years ago when we both got involved with Hudson Valley Wine & Grape Association. She was just beginning to get her feet stained with grapes and I was beginning my relationship with the local wine industry. Having...
Wine Word Wednesday – Gros Verdot
The Romance Between Merlot and Malbec
There is a romance at Whitecliff Vineyards & Winery and it's between Merlot and Malbec. The two grapes they source from vineyards on Long Island. Last year their Merlot - Malbec won a gold medal at the Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition. This year...
Pairing Pinot Grigio and Striper
Being that I am not a big Pinot Grigio fan, when I was asked to taste this Astoria "Alisia Pinot Grigio IGT wine I accepted the challenge and opened up my palate. Astoria Wines was founded in 1987 by Paolo and Giorgio Polegato and they pride themselves on the quality...