by Debbie | May 7, 2007 | Uncategorized
I just spent the weekend in Baltimore. We ate at a great Italian restaurant. When I looked at the wine list, there were wines listed, that I’ve never seen on a wine list in New York. Different distributers represent different wines in different parts of the U.S....
by Debbie | May 2, 2007 | Uncategorized
An AVA is an American viticultural area. That means it has been recognized and defined by Federal regulators to include a specific geographical area as a wine-growing region.AVA’s were first established by law in 1973, the regulations governing them were finalized in...
by Debbie | May 1, 2007 | Uncategorized
Not to far away, if you can handle the LIE, is the Long Island Wine Country. Its maritime climate, geography and soil characteristics provide ideal conditions for producing wines of exceptional quality.On a recent visit with friends to LI Wine Country we stayed at my...
by Debbie | Apr 27, 2007 | Uncategorized
Viognier…this is a white wine that is very aromatic. You will experience enticing aromas of orange blossom, white peach, green apple and spice. Full, luscious layers of ripe melon, honeyed pear and tropical fruit intermingle with fresh citrus to refresh the...
by Debbie | Apr 25, 2007 | Uncategorized
Ever wonder what gives the Pinot Noir the earthy taste. Was the finish on your Chardonnay buttery? One Chardonnay have a more buttery finish than the other. All these taste and aromas come from the Barrel. Since new barrels impart more flavors to the wine than...
by Debbie | Apr 23, 2007 | Uncategorized
This weekend my husband and I had to opportunity to attend the Shawangunk Wine Trail Pasta Primo-Vino. What a fantastic time we had! The Hudson Valley has so many wonderful wineries!! Every winery we went to had a pasta dish paired with their wine. The picture on the...
