More French Alpine Wine Grapes
Last week, I introduced you to Altesse, a grape that is considered one of the most esteemed in the Alpine...
Getting to Know Altesse
I recently met a new-to-me grape called Altesse (pronounced al tess) that I really liked. So, I decided it would...
Celebrating Touriga Nacional
If you’re a fan of Port, you know Touriga Nacional. But do you know it well? Let’s explore this grape...
Holiday Wine Pairings
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza and Happy New Year! As we get ready for all of these delicious holidays,...
It’s the Holidays. It’s Time for Wine, Chocolate and Fudge!
The holidays are here! It’s time to treat ourselves to delicious tastes. How about some wine, chocolate and fudge?!! YUM!!!...
On a Mission to Talk About Mission Grapes
In my wonderful wine book on red wines, I came across a piece on Mission grapes and wines. This grape...
Have You Heard of White Rioja?
White Rioja? I know about the Rioja region of Spain, which is about four hours northeast of Madrid. Their star...
Thanksgiving Wine Is Very Fine
Thanksgiving is such a great holiday – a time to give thanks for what we have, spend quality time with...
Pinot Meunier, a Critical Champagne Grape
Champagne grapes include Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. We know a lot about Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. But Pinot...
Thomas Jefferson: The Founder of the American Wine Industry
Did you know that Thomas Jefferson can be considered the founder of the American wine industry? It’s true. Here’s the...