Five Reasons to Love Rosé
With Spring in the air, Rosé is on the shelves and in our glasses! Almost everybody I know loves Rosé. Are you a Rosé lover?
April 28, 2021
Category: Varietals and Wine Styles
Discovering Fiano, a Little-Known Italian Grape
Ready to get to know a wonderful wine? Introducing Fiano, a white Italian wine grape variety that is grown primarily in the Campania region of
March 24, 2021
The Joys of Black Muscat
Every few years, WineShop At Home, the Napa winery I’m affiliated with, comes out with a Black Muscat. It is a delightful wine but one
February 17, 2021
Can You Drink Pink in the Winter? Yes!
The other day I was talking to a colleague of mine about how much we both love Rosé. We talked about it being our go-to
January 27, 2021
Comparing Two Pinot Noirs from Two Terroirs
Ready to compare two Pinot Noirs from two terroirs? I was! And thankfully, WineShop At Home, the Napa winery I’m affiliated with, gave me the
December 30, 2020
Celebrating Days of the Year like Cab Franc Day
Over the years, I’ve written a lot about Cab Franc, the parent of Cabernet Sauvignon who is described by Ashlee McRae in Winetraveler as “the
December 2, 2020
Sangiovese, the Grape of Tuscany
Eight years ago, I wrote a series on the wines of Italy, including the wines of Tuscany. In my article on Tuscany, I highlighted that
October 14, 2020
A Spoon in Sparkling Wine?
A number of years ago, I was told that putting a spoon in Sparkling Wine or Champagne will make the bubbles last. I was so
October 7, 2020
Cab Franc Pairings
Last week, I asked you whether you were a Cabernet Franc fan. According to Ashlee McRae, “Cabernet Franc is the lighter, laid-back, hippie father of the yuppie Cabernet
September 30, 2020
Are You a Fan of Cabernet Franc?
Cabernet Franc fascinates me. Some people love it, and some people don’t. Are you a fan of Cabernet Franc? If so, why? I’d love to
September 23, 2020