Wines and Regions of Catalonia, Spain

Wines and Regions of Catalonia, Spain

I recently attended a masterclass in Wines of Catalonia. I am going to share with you what I learned and some of the wines I tasted. I warn you, it’s a long post but very informative. Spain along with Italy have embarked on a program to bring awareness to European...
Celebrate the New Year or Just Celebrate with Vilarnau

Celebrate the New Year or Just Celebrate with Vilarnau

This is the season for celebrations! Vilarnau Cava’s are perfect for any celebration. Just look at the packaging. It screams party, good vibes and celebrate! Vilarnau is proud to now be 100% organic. They hold the Organic Viticulture Certificate issued by the Catalan...
What’s New in the World of Cava

What’s New in the World of Cava

Cava I feel is the best kept sparkling wine secret. It tastes good, it’s made in the traditional method and comes in a good price point! Recently there have been some changes in the regulatory process of Cava. Nothing big, but for the consumer, we will be able to have...
Why I Paired Cava With Football

Why I Paired Cava With Football

My team the Buffalo Bills made the playoffs. I was so excited for game 1. I was thinking chicken wings and beer. But, quite frankly, beer fills me up and I wanted something I could drink and celebrate with, or drown my sorrows. I though bubbles in keeping with the...
Cava from Carinena

Cava from Carinena

Cava from Carinena I love Cava! I am not sure when my first taste of Cava was, but I was hooked. For those not familiar, Cava is a sparkling wine made in Spain, usually in the Catalonia region. Traditional Cava is made with the three indigenous grapes Macabeo,...