by Debbie | Apr 3, 2019 | New Zealand Wine, wine
Villa Maria wines is a wine brand that stands out to me as representing New Zealand wines. I remember the first time I tasted their portfolio at a wine tasting in New York City a few years back. I was impressed. I was very happy that I got asked in October to be a...
by Debbie | Jan 7, 2016 | oregon pinot noir, Pinot Gris, pinot noir
When you think of the left coast bet you automatically think of California. Right? Well, left coast is left and not necessarily California, in this case it’s Oregon. The Left stands for left handed as three of the family members of Left Coast...
by Debbie | May 28, 2015 | New Zealand Wine, pinot noir, riesling, sauvignon blanc
Built in 1997 and accredited as 100% sustainable by the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand in 2009, Framingham Wines of Marlborough New Zealand produces Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir and Viognier. Their vineyards were...
by Debbie | Feb 9, 2015 | champagne
Champagne is made in the Champagne region of France. The uniqueness of Champagne comes from the chalky soil that gives Champagne it’s unique aroma and flavor. The three grapes varietals that are permitted in Champagne are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir &...
by Debbie | Nov 21, 2013 | cava, Gewurtztraminer, pinot noir, thanksgiving wine, White Bordeaux
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and I hope you will be home enjoying family and friends with some good wine selections. I spend Thanksgiving with one of my close childhood friends and of course I am in charge of the wine. (I bring an appetizer, mashed potatoes...
