by Debbie | Jul 23, 2026 | cava, wine, Wine of the Week
If you had asked me years ago what I thought of Freixenet, I probably would have smiled and pictured that familiar black bottle of Cava sitting on the liquor store shelf. It was inexpensive, reliable, and, let’s be honest, one of those bottles many of us picked...
by Debbie | Jun 25, 2026 | cava, wine
Some corks are pulled on an ordinary day. Others mark a moment you’ll be talking about for the rest of your life. This week’s bottle falls squarely into the second category. On June 17, 2026, our grandson made his grand entrance into the world — 8 lbs 10...
by Debbie | Jan 8, 2026 | cava, wine
I’m thrilled to share a milestone in my wine journey—I’ve officially passed the Cava Educator Class and received my Cava Educator Certificate from the Cava Academy. If you know me, you know I’ve always had a soft spot for sparkling wine, and Cava holds a very special...
by Debbie | Jul 22, 2025 | Franciacorta, wine
Franciacorta: Italy’s Sparkling Secret Worth Discovering When it comes to sparkling wine, Champagne may get all the glory, and Prosecco has certainly earned its share of global love. But nestled in the Lombardy region of northern Italy lies Franciacorta—a...
by Debbie | Feb 12, 2024 | wine
Since Valentine’s Day falls mid-week this year, there’s a unique opportunity to stretch the festivities beyond just one day. Rather than limiting the celebration to February 14th, why not embrace the entire week, culminating with weekend brunch? This...
