by Debbie | Nov 11, 2007 | Uncategorized
Malic acid – One of the main contributors to the acidity of a wine. Malic acid has a sharp, green apple like taste.Malolactic Fermentation – A bacterial process which results in conversion of the sharp tasting malic acid to the softer lactic acid.
by Debbie | Nov 7, 2007 | Uncategorized
Yesterday I had the opportunity to go to the North Fork of Long Island for the day. It was a 3 hour drive from Poughkeepsie. It was a long day.I went to 4 wineries/vineyards in this orderPindarLaurel LakeJamesportPaumanokThe two tasting rooms I most enjoyed were...
by Debbie | Nov 5, 2007 | Uncategorized
The other night I was cooking salmon for dinner and opened a 2005 Chappellet Napa Valley unfiltered Chardonnay. It was wonderful! It was smooth and creamy with a buttery finish.This wine was aged in oak hence, the butter on the finish. Creamy and smooth…like a...
by Debbie | Oct 31, 2007 | Uncategorized
Every year Wine Enthusiast Magazine publishes a buying guide for the holidays under $15. I thought I would share with you some of my pick from this buying guide.Cabernet Sauvignon – 2005 Henry Lagarde Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza) $11Merlot – 2005...
by Debbie | Oct 30, 2007 | Uncategorized
Now that the weather has turned and we are looking to pass the winter doing some fun activities. How about hosting a wine tasting party with a wine expert.To get started you will want to hire a Sommelier. Interview them to see what their experience is and what they...
by Debbie | Oct 28, 2007 | Uncategorized
Friday evening I had the opportunity to taste to different Sauvignon Blanc’s in a side by side tasting. Stellenbosch 2006 South Africian Sauvignon Blanc and Mud House 2007 Marlborough, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Once again, in my opinion the Mud House, New...
