Wine Tasting Short: Bodegas Lan 2020 Rioja CrianzaRelease Date: February 28, 2025Photos by: Denise M. GardnerToday's Wine Tasting Short is a part of a two-part series. This is going to be part one where we start to explore some wines from Rioja. In … [Read more...] about Voices of the Vine: Episode 11
Voices of the Vine: Episode 10
For the Love of OakRelease Date: February 14, 2025We want to continue our series exploring a bit more about the use of wood, and specifically, oak, in wine. So today, we’re going to discuss a few of our favorite oaky wines including Oaky Chardonnay, … [Read more...] about Voices of the Vine: Episode 10
A Taste and Tour of Wine Country: Napa Valley, CA
Thoughts from Someone That Lived and Visited There…One request I receive often from family and friends is helping them design trips to various wine regions that I’ve experienced at some point in my life. Having lived in Napa, California for a couple … [Read more...] about A Taste and Tour of Wine Country: Napa Valley, CA
Voices of the Vine: Episode 09
Everyone Loves a Good Barrel Room… But Where Did Barrels Come From?Release Date: January 31, 2025Why do we use wood for making wine? Wine lovers love a good barrel room, but where did these even come from? Today, we’ll share with you how wood … [Read more...] about Voices of the Vine: Episode 09
Voices of the Vine: Episode 08
Mulling it Over: Making Bad Wine BetterRelease Date: January 17, 2025Mulled wine is a traditional, seasonal libation that many cultures enjoy during the winter months. Today, we’re exploring the time period that popularized this wine and various ways … [Read more...] about Voices of the Vine: Episode 08