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
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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
Voices of the Vine: Episode 07
A Dangerous Wine that Became Our New Year's Eve TraditionRelease Date: December 13, 2024Today, we’re diving into why we “cheers” with sparkling wine on New Year’s Eve once the clock tolls midnight. This episode is filled with Champagne history, the … [Read more...] about Voices of the Vine: Episode 07
The One-Stop-Shop for Buying Holiday Wine Gifts
In the spirit of not getting too stressed during the holiday season, I'm covering all things wine gifting. The what-to-buy, the how-to-wrap, and the little extras you can add to the purchase to let someone you love know you care.First, the … [Read more...] about The One-Stop-Shop for Buying Holiday Wine Gifts
